About Wise County Fair

The Wise County Fair in the Virginia coalfields celebrates the mining, farming, and Appalachian heritage of a far southwest Virginia county where coal has shaped community identity for over a century — the county seat of Wise is home to the University of Virginia's College at Wise, bringing higher education to the coalfield region.

What to Expect

Expect livestock shows, 4-H competitions, coal heritage exhibits, local crafts, carnival rides, and the strong community spirit of a mountain county that has maintained its traditions through the booms and busts of the coal economy.

Visitor Tips

Wise County is at the heart of Virginia's coalfields. High Knob — at 4,223 feet, one of Virginia's highest accessible peaks — is just outside the county seat. The Lonesome Pine Arts & Crafts organization has preserved mountain crafts traditions in the region for decades.

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