2nd Annual The Great Forrest County Fair

IMPORTANT UPDATE! We’re excited to share that we have decided to EXTEND The Great Forrest County Fair for ONE MORE DAY! The midway will now be open through Sunday, April 26! AND- it’s BOGO FREE day! A “Last Blast Buddy Day” if you will. We’ll be offering Buy One, Get One FREE gate admission AND ride bands! Offer only available in person on day of.

UPDATED HOURS: Friday, April 24 (5PM-11PM), Saturday, April 25 (1PM-11PM), Sunday, April 26 (1PM-9PM). Make your plans to visit! It’s the final weekend!

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The Great Forrest County Fair returns April 17–25, 2026! 🎡

Get ready for rides, food, and nonstop fun at The Center at Forrest County (962 Sullivan Drive, Hattiesburg, MS).

Back again, North American Midway Entertainment, THE top midway provider in the world, will bring a bigger, better midway packed with exciting rides, classic games, and all your favorite fair foods.

HOURS:
Gates Open at 5PM on Weekdays; 1PM on Weekends; CLOSED Monday, April 20.

ADMISSION: Cash or Card accepted!
$6 at the gate; $5 online; $4 discount at the gate for college students, school employees, military & first responders with ID. Children 6 and under get in free.

FREE PARKING

NEW: The Giant Wheel
See the fair like never before on The Giant Wheel, a towering 90-foot Ferris wheel making its debut this year, bigger and taller than anything we had in 2025. It’s the perfect view of the midway (and yes, your new favorite photo spot).

But the midway is just the beginning…

AGUP TRACTOR SHOW
From antique classics to modern machines, the AgUp Tractor Show will be on display throughout the The Great Forrest County Fair.
Got a tractor? Be part of the show and show it off. Registration is open now! REGISTER HERE.

SHOW-ME SWINE PIG RACES
A fan-favorite attraction that’s as fun as it is unpredictable. Don’t miss these racing pigs in action daily during the fair.

STOKES DISTRIBUTING BEER GARDEN
Your go-to spot to kick back with a cold drink and soak in the fun. Grab a Red Bull while you’re there and keep the energy going all night long. Available each night of the fair.

FUN for the Whole Family
Whether you’re coming for the rides, the food, the shows, or just the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone at this year’s fair.

Purchase Entry Tickets & Ride Bands!

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