Category For Kids

Rope Bridge

walk the bridge

Test your balance on the Rope Bridge, located in the parking lot and run by Boy Scout Troop 961, who also manage parking for the Fair. It’s a fun challenge—and a great way to support our local Scouts!

Pony Rides

fair ponies

For many children who get to experience a country fair, one of the things they remember the most is a pony ride. For a small fee, kids can enjoy a ride on a gentle pony, brought to us by Valerie…

Petting Zoo

animals for the kids

Admission to the Fair includes access to our popular petting zoo, where kids can step inside and interact with their favorite animals. Past guests have even included a camel and a wallaby!

Model Trains

Step inside the Bluemont Community Center (second floor) to explore our extensive model train display! Children especially enjoy watching the trains in motion and discovering the detailed, imaginative layouts. We’re thrilled to welcome Northern Virginia NTRAK, whose impressive display is…

Children’s Fair

sack race

This area behind the Bluemont Community Center is a highlight for our youngest fairgoers. It is a self-contained section of the fair filled with old-fashioned fun. The kids can have their face painted or get a glitter tattoo for free,…

Caboose

real caboose

Come inside a real caboose! See where the conductor ate and slept and used the bathroom. The caboose behind the Bluemont Community Center will be open for exploration at designated hours during each day of the Fair. Please refer to…