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Typical Month
July
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Duration
2 days
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Size
small
About Mercer County Fair
The Mercer County Fair in Athens is a brief but spirited late-July celebration in southern West Virginia, serving the communities of Mercer County near the Virginia border in the coalfield region.
What to Expect
Expect livestock shows, 4-H competitions, and local community exhibits showcasing the agricultural traditions that persist alongside Mercer County's coal and manufacturing heritage.
Visitor Tips
Athens is home to Concord University set among the Bluestone River highlands — Pipestem Resort State Park, with its dramatic gorge views and aerial tramway, is just minutes away.
Places to Stay Nearby
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