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Admission/Tickets
What is the admission price to the Williamson County Fair?
     Adults (ages 13 and older) are $5 in advance, $6 at the gate.
     Children ages 6 - 12 are $2 in advance, $3 at the gate.
     Children ages 5 and under are free.
Do you have specials on admission prices during Fair Week?
     Yes - click this link to see our specials.
Can I buy tickets at the fairgrounds with a credit card?

    No - we only take cash at the Ticket Booths at the Fairgrounds.
    Other areas at the Fair may take credit cards.

What age child is admitted free to the Williamson County Fair?
     Children ages 5 and under are admitted at no charge.
Where can I purchase tickets before we come to the Fair?
     At participating locations of 
     * Tractor Supply Company
     * Daily's Convenience Stores
     * Moody's Tire and Auto Service
       
1600 Columbia Ave,  Franklin, TN
When will tickets go on sale?
     Advance purchase tickets will go on sale Thursday, July 31st.
What is the Government Employee Day?
     This is for Government Employees only.
     Click here for more information.

Hours of Operation
What are the hours of operation for the Williamson County Fair?
     Operating Hours:

Friday

August 1

5:00 PM -- Midnight

Saturday

August 2

9:00 AM -- Midnight

Sunday

August 3

11:00 AM -- Midnight

Monday

August 4

5:00 PM -- 11:00 PM

Tuesday

August 5

5:00 PM -- 11:00 PM

Wednesday

August 6

5:00 PM -- 11:00 PM

Thursday

August 7

5:00 PM -- 11:00 PM

Friday

August 8

5:00 PM -- Midnight

Saturday

August 9

9:00 AM -- Midnight


When do the exhibits operate?
     All exhibits and vendor booths will be open from the Fair start time until 10:00 pm.
When does the Midway open during weekdays?
     The midway operates during all fair hours.
What time does the Midway close?
     Midnight on Friday & Saturday
    11:00 PM Sunday - Thursday


Midway & Rides
When does the Midway open during weekdays?
     The midway operates during all fair hours.
What time does the Midway close?
     Midnight on Friday & Saturday
    11:00 PM Sunday - Thursday

Who operates the Midway?
     Drew Expositions
Do you have ride or ticket specials during the week?
     
Date
Special
Friday, August 1st
No ride special
Saturday, August 2nd 
9am - 5pm Employee Day Special $5.00
9am - 6pm Tractor Supply 'Free Ride' w/arm band
9am - 5pm Unlimited Rides $25
Sunday, August 3rd
11am - 5pm Unlimited Rides $25
5pm - close No Ride Special
Monday, August 4th
Unlimited Rides $25
Tuesday, August 5th  
Unlimited Rides $25
Wednesday, August 6th
Unlimited Rides $25
Thursday, August 7th
Unlimited Rides $25
Friday, August 8th        
No Ride Special
Saturday, August 9th
No Ride Special
Patriot's Day (300 pass books provided)

How much are ride tickets?
     single coupon - $1
     22 coupons - $20.00 (save $2)
     55 coupons - $50 (save $5)
     all rides require more than one coupon

Musical Stage Entertainment

Are all the stage entertainment acts included in the price of admission?
     Yes - Except for the Shawn Klush (Elvis) Show Saturday, August 2nd.  Tickets may be purchased  in advance or at the gate the day of the show.

Daily Family Entertainment
Are the shows included in the price of admission?
     Yes - All attractions, shows and entertainment (except the Shawn Klush (Elvis) Show, Family Fun Zone, Winetasting and the Midway) are included in the price of admission.

Parking
Is parking included in gate admission? 
    Yes - Parking is free!
Is there shuttle service from the parking lots?
     Yes - from the grass lot on Long Lane, buses run continuosly.
     If you need assistance from the on-site parking lots, please notify an attendant who will call a shuttle for you.
Where do buses park?
    In the regular parking lots.
Is there RV parking? 
     No special RV parking or hook-ups are available.
Is there camping available?
     No camping is available on the Fair Grounds.

Fairgoer Services

Do you offer wheelchairs & scooters for fair goers to use ?
     Yes, this is available near the Handicapped parking lot at no charge.
     Fair goers may also request assistance from attendants getting to and from their cars.
Are there ATM machines available?
     Yes, a Franklin Synergy ATM is located inside the arena and other ATMs are located on the Midway.
What do I do if I have lost something during my visit at the Williamson County Fair?
     Complete a lost item form in the Fair Office on the fair grounds or call 615.794.4386
Can you page for lost children, family members or friends?
     Most areas are covered by a paging system; check in the Fair Office if this service is needed.

Purchases

What is the cost for a Williamson County Fair Daily Schedule?
     The Daily Schedule is available at no charge from the Fair Information Booth at the Main Entrance.
Where do I get Fair logo'd items?
    There is a Fair merchandise booth located just inside the arena on the right.  T-Shirts, collectible knives, hats and other merchandise are available.

Locations
Where is the ticket office located?
     Tickets are sold at the Main Gate and East Gate just outside the Ag Park entrances.
Where can I purchase tickets in advance?
     Local * Daily's* Tractor Supply Company and * Moody's Tire and Auto Service
Where is the Fair Office?
     The Office is located in the Ag Expo Park, inside the UT Ag Extension office, to the right of the Main Entrance.
What are the Fair Office Hours?
     The Office is open during the Fair operating hours.
Where is the livestock entrance?
     Livestock trailers may proceed down Long Lane, past the Main entrance, to the Livestock Gate.
Where is the parking area for Livestock?
     Livestock trailers will be directed down Long Lane for parking once they have checked in at the Livestock Gate.
How do I find my company picnic?
     Check with an Information Booth staffer located just past the Main and East gate entrances.

Animals

What animals will I see when I come to the Williamson County Fair?
     The Children's Barnyard has goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, poultry, horses, cows and other farmyard animals.
     The petting zoo has miniature livestock, camels, baboons, a tarantula, and other exotic animals. It is located in the Tractor Supply Livestock area.
Can I bring my pet to the Williamson County Fair ?
    
No animals are allowed on the property except service animals and properly identified service animals in training.