Fair activities continue as central PA institution runs through Aug. 29
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS A bustling Biddle Street is pictured at the Centre County Grange Fair, as some of the many rides loom in the background.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS WRSC-FM radio host Tor Michaels took a few moments to catch up with Smokey the Bear.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS A display of farm memorability celebrates America’s 250th birthday at the Grange Fair.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS Among the many Grange Fair traditions is the daily 4 p.m. “Chicken Dance” in Jubilee Grove. Friday’s dance was led by Fair Queen Sarah Mellott, not pictured, and Fair Queen Alternate Tara Snyder, at left.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Giant sunflower heads were but one of many award-winning local items on display at the Grange Fair.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS Runners head down the midway during the Grange Fair 5K. The event, sponsored by Encompass Health, had an estimated 265 participants, with the overall winner being Travis Kagarise, of Williamsburg, Pa.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS The newly built Legacy Mistway, sponsored by Mount Nittany Health, allowed attendees a way to cool off by walking through a hallway of mist emitters, tucked along the top of the sides.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS Fair visitors Weston Leskovansky, 6, and his sister Iyla, 2, petting “Star” and “Cindy Lou Who” in the goat barn at the Grange Fair on Aug 21. In addition to goats, the livestock area of the fair also hosts beef and dairy cows, sheep, pigs and other animals.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS Members of the Centre County Sheriffs Office at their display table in the Emporium on Aug. 21. From left are Deputy Rachel Silliman, Clerk Danielle Ramos, Sheriff Bryan Sampsel and Deputy Devan Rossman.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Competitors are pictured during one of the 4H events at the Grange Fair.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Competitors are pictured during one of the 4H events at the Grange Fair.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS A bustling Biddle Street is pictured at the Centre County Grange Fair, as some of the many rides loom in the background.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS WRSC-FM radio host Tor Michaels took a few moments to catch up with Smokey the Bear.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS A display of farm memorability celebrates America’s 250th birthday at the Grange Fair.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS Among the many Grange Fair traditions is the daily 4 p.m. “Chicken Dance” in Jubilee Grove. Friday’s dance was led by Fair Queen Sarah Mellott, not pictured, and Fair Queen Alternate Tara Snyder, at left.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Giant sunflower heads were but one of many award-winning local items on display at the Grange Fair.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS Runners head down the midway during the Grange Fair 5K. The event, sponsored by Encompass Health, had an estimated 265 participants, with the overall winner being Travis Kagarise, of Williamsburg, Pa.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS The newly built Legacy Mistway, sponsored by Mount Nittany Health, allowed attendees a way to cool off by walking through a hallway of mist emitters, tucked along the top of the sides.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS Fair visitors Weston Leskovansky, 6, and his sister Iyla, 2, petting “Star” and “Cindy Lou Who” in the goat barn at the Grange Fair on Aug 21. In addition to goats, the livestock area of the fair also hosts beef and dairy cows, sheep, pigs and other animals.
BRAD REIDER/FOR THE EXPRESS Members of the Centre County Sheriffs Office at their display table in the Emporium on Aug. 21. From left are Deputy Rachel Silliman, Clerk Danielle Ramos, Sheriff Bryan Sampsel and Deputy Devan Rossman.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Competitors are pictured during one of the 4H events at the Grange Fair.
TIM WEIGHT/FOR THE EXPRESS Competitors are pictured during one of the 4H events at the Grange Fair.
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CENTRE HALL -- The 2026 Centre County Grange Fair is entering its final stretch, but there is still no shortage of events on the schedule.
With the fair continuing through Saturday, Aug. 29, the coming days feature family activities, agricultural competitions, motorsports, special recognition days and free grandstand entertainment. For those who have not made it to the Grange Fair yet -- or those looking for a reason to return -- several major events remain on the calendar.
Monday, Aug. 24, puts families in the spotlight with Kids Day, featuring activities and entertainment geared toward younger fairgoers throughout the grounds.
The evening's major motorsports attraction is the Interstate Tractor Pull at 7 p.m., featuring Smoker/Modified Tractors, 4×4 Gas Pickups, Light Limited and 2-WD Trucks.
The grandstand will also feature Shenandoah at 8 p.m., continuing the fair's lineup of free concerts with admission to the fair.
Tuesday, Aug. 25, brings one of the fair's most anticipated western-themed events: the Grange Fair Rodeo, sponsored by Centre Boot Company, at 7 p.m.
The evening's grandstand entertainment will follow at 8 p.m. with GloryWay.
Wednesday, Aug. 26, is Military Appreciation Day, providing an opportunity for the fair to recognize active-duty military members and veterans.
The day also includes a number of family and motorsports activities, including the Pedal Tractor Pull at 10 a.m. and Side-by-Side Drag Racing at 7 p.m.
Country artist Emily Ann Roberts will take the grandstand stage at 8 p.m.
One of Thursday's biggest attractions will be the annual Grange Fair Parade, a longtime tradition that brings colorful floats, organizations and community participants through the fairgrounds.
Thursday is also Senior Citizens Day, adding special activities and recognition for older fairgoers.
Motorsports fans can stick around into the evening for the Light Farm Tractor Pull at 6 p.m., followed by Invasion at 8 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 28, will bring the Junior Livestock Sale, one of the week's important agricultural events and an opportunity to recognize the work of young exhibitors.
That evening, the Atlantic Pro Pulling League National Event begins at 7 p.m., bringing high-powered pulling competition to the fairgrounds.
The grandstand stage will feature Leanna Crawford at 8 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 29, marks the final day of the 2026 Grange Fair.
The day will include Food Bank Day and additional activities throughout the grounds, while the Atlantic Pro Pulling League National Event returns at 7 p.m. for its second night of competition.
The final grandstand performance of the fair will be Richie & the High Street Rockers at 8 p.m., giving fairgoers one last chance to enjoy live entertainment before the 2026 fair comes to a close.
The complete 2026 Daily Schedule is available online at grangefair.com/daily-schedule/, where visitors can check individual events and times before heading to the fair.