DC State Fair 2026
About this Event
Join us for the 17th annual DC State Fair - a free, daylong celebration of all things homegrown in the District, from urban agriculture and culinary creativity to local art and music. Enjoy live performances, local vendors, educational workshops, and 50+ contest winners - plus live competitions for best outfit, pie eating, flower arranging, chili, and mac & cheese!
📅 Sunday, September 6, 2026 |🕙 11 AM – 6 PM | Rain or shine
📍 Anthem Row, downtown Washington, DC (800 K St NW)
The 2026 DC State Fair is presented in partnership with the DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID).
Keep an eye on our , and subscribe to our for updates and announcements. As the Fair approaches, we will share more details including a Get Around Guide from goDCgo. Bring a reusable water bottle, utensils, and a shopping bag to help us reduce waste.
The DC State Fair is a free showcase of the District’s agricultural and creative talents and a celebration of all things homegrown. Inspired by time-honored state fair traditions - growing and gardening, contests, and delicious foods - the DC State Fair honors the things that make the District of Columbia unique.
The DC State Fair is a volunteer-run nonprofit organization that relies on charitable donations for support.
Your donation - no matter the size - directly supports a joyful, community-powered tradition in the heart of DC.
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