About New Kent County Fair

The New Kent County Fair between Richmond and Williamsburg celebrates a Pamunkey River county where colonial history and growing suburban development coexist — New Kent was the site of early colonial settlements and the county seat's historic courthouse and tavern date to the colonial era.

What to Expect

Expect livestock shows, 4-H competitions, local food vendors, carnival rides, and a community fair serving a county that is growing as Richmond and Hampton Roads metro areas expand toward each other.

Visitor Tips

New Kent County is home to the Colonial Downs horse racing facility and has several excellent wineries. The historic courthouse district includes colonial-era buildings, and the Pamunkey River offers excellent fishing and paddling.

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