About Shelby County Fair

Shelby County is anchored by Memphis — Tennessee's largest city, birthplace of the blues, rock and roll's cradle through Sun Studio and Elvis Presley's Graceland, and the BBQ capital of the universe — where the Mississippi River and an extraordinarily rich musical and cultural heritage make this one of America's most distinctive major cities.

What to Expect

Livestock and agricultural competitions, 4-H and FFA exhibits, large carnival midway, major grandstand entertainment, diverse food vendors featuring Memphis BBQ and other regional specialties, and commercial exhibits drawing from the mid-South's largest metropolitan market.

Visitor Tips

Memphis is a world-class destination — combine the fair with Graceland, Beale Street, Sun Studio, the National Civil Rights Museum, and some of the greatest BBQ on earth. Plan multiple days to do it justice.

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