About Grainger County Fair

Grainger County is an East Tennessee agricultural county centered on Rutledge along the Clinch River, famous in the food world as the home of Grainger County tomatoes — some of the most flavorful and sought-after tomatoes in the South, grown in the county's distinctive limestone-rich soils by multi-generation farm families.

What to Expect

Livestock and agricultural shows with special emphasis on the county's renowned tomato harvest, 4-H exhibits, carnival rides, community food vendors, and local entertainment celebrating Grainger County's tomato farming legacy.

Visitor Tips

Rutledge is the Grainger County seat on US-11W north of Knoxville. Grainger County tomatoes are a regional treasure — visit roadside stands during the summer harvest season alongside the fair.

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