Annual Regional Family Friendly

Cleveland County Fair 2026

Oct 1–11, 2026
Shelby, North Carolina

3 Months 4 Weeks
Venue Cleveland County Fairgrounds
Organizer Cleveland County Fair Association
Category Agriculture & Livestock
Open to Public? Yes — public welcome

Cleveland County Fair 2026 Overview

Type
An in-person, 11-day regional agricultural fair
Start Date
End Date
Time Zone
Eastern Time (ET) — local time
Organizer
Cleveland County Fair Association
Venue
Cleveland County Fairgrounds
1751 E Marion Street, Shelby, NC 28152, United States
Location
Shelby, North Carolina, United States
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Category
Agriculture & Livestock
Established
1924
Event Website
clevelandcountyfair.com
By the Numbers
100,000+ attendees; 102nd edition; 11 days Figures are based on official organizer materials and may vary by year.
Frequency
Annual
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Cleveland County Fair 2026 FAQs

Where is the venue located?

Cleveland County Fair takes place at Cleveland County Fairgrounds, located at 1751 E Marion Street, Shelby, North Carolina.

How can I go there?

DrivingPublic TransportWalking

How can I contact the venue?

Phone: +1 704-487-0651E-mail: tammy@ccfair.netWebsite: clevelandcountyfair.com

How can I contact the organizer?

For inquiries, you can reach the organizer by phone at +1 704-487-0651 or by email at tammy@ccfair.net. Visit the official website at clevelandcountyfair.com for more details.

What are the event hours?

Weekdays: 3 pm – 11 pmSaturdays: 9 am – 11 pmSunday (First): 11 am – 11 pmSunday (Last): 11 am – 9 pm All times local (Eastern Time, ET)

How much is admission?

Adults: $10Children (6-12): $5Senior Citizens (65+): $5

How much is parking?

Parking is free on fairgrounds. Paid parking is located across the street at Cleveland Community College.

Is it open to the public?

Yes, this event is open to the public and family-friendly with kid activities.

This event listing is reviewed and regularly updated by the Tradeshowz editorial team. Dates, schedules, and details may change. For the most accurate and official information, please visit the event’s official website or contact the organizer directly.
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