About Upshur County Fair
The Upshur County Fair in Buckhannon celebrates a central West Virginia county where West Virginia Wesleyan College and the annual West Virginia Strawberry Festival define a college town of cultural vitality — the strawberry festival has been held since 1905 and is one of the oldest agricultural festivals in the state.
What to Expect
Expect livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, strawberry exhibits honoring the county's famous festival tradition, local food vendors, and a fair drawing from the greater Buckhannon college community.
Visitor Tips
Buckhannon's West Virginia Wesleyan College campus provides a beautiful Victorian Gothic backdrop. The West Virginia Strawberry Festival in May brings thousands of visitors to taste the county's celebrated strawberry crop. The Burnsville Lake State Park and the Holly River State Park provide outdoor recreation.
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