About Botetourt County Fair

The Botetourt County Fair in Fincastle celebrates a Shenandoah Valley county with deep Virginia history — Botetourt County was once so large it covered what is now Kentucky and Ohio, and Fincastle served as the gateway through which Daniel Boone and other early settlers pushed west into the wilderness.

What to Expect

Expect livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, local food vendors, and a community fair set in the lush James River valley between the Blue Ridge and Alleghany mountains.

Visitor Tips

Fincastle is a well-preserved historic county seat with antebellum architecture. The James River, Natural Bridge State Park, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are all nearby, making Botetourt County a center for outdoor recreation and Virginia heritage tourism.

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