Opening Ceremony to Feature Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell, Metro Students, 4-H Leaders and Scouts of America

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Nashville Fair kicks off its 10-day run Friday, Sept. 11, with gates opening at 5 p.m. The Opening Ceremony begins at 6 p.m. at the Nashville Fairgrounds Courtyard and will feature Hillsboro High School’s “Hillsboro Choral,” 4-H Leaders, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, 2025 Fairest of the Fair Queen Sophie McGowan and official fair mascot, Barnyard Benny. The ceremony will conclude with a performance by the Satin Dollz.

With its “Fun for the Whole Country!” theme, the fair will celebrate the United States 250th anniversary. This year you’ll find new attractions, farm exhibits, competitions, thrilling rides, shows and spectacles, a Festival of the Nations and the best of tasty fair food, treats and drinks.

The Nashville Fair entrance gates are open for admission Monday-Friday from 5 to 9 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday from noon to 9 p.m. The fair is open each night until 10:30 p.m.Tickets are available both online and at the gate.

The countdown is on! For more information about The Nashville Fair, visit www.nashfair.fun. The full schedule of events can be found here.