South Logan County Fair and Livestock Show

The South Logan County Fair - a cherished annual community tradition proudly hosted in Booneville, Arkansas, bringing together families, farmers, youth, businesses, and neighbors from South Logan County and beyond for a week of fun, competition, education, and celebration of our rural heritage.

We serve Booneville a historic community founded around 1828 as one of the oldest towns in western Arkansas, originally settled near the Petit Jean River in the Arkansas River Valley and now home to approximately 3,800 people. Nestled in the foothills of Mount Magazine State Park-the state's highest point at 2,753 feet-and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Ouachita Mountains, our town offers a peaceful rural lifestyle enriched by outdoor recreation, family farms, small businesses, local schools, healthcare facilities, churches, youth programs, and community events. In this setting, where unpredictable weather, winding rural roads, agricultural operations, and the everyday pride in hard work and neighborly spirit shape daily life, the South Logan County Fair is essential as our biggest community gathering-showcasing 4-H and FFA projects, livestock shows, rodeo action, carnival rides, live entertainment, food vendors, crafts, and family-friendly activities that strengthen bonds, honor youth achievement, celebrate agriculture, and create lasting memories for generations.

The South Logan County Fair specializes in a full week of classic fair experiences and competitions tailored to our rural Arkansas community:

• Livestock Shows & Auctions: Youth exhibitors showcase and compete with cattle, sheep, goats, swine, poultry, rabbits, and more-highlighting hard work in animal care, breeding, and showmanship, culminating in junior livestock sales that support young producers and local agriculture.
• 4-H & FFA Exhibits: Open class competitions in baking, canning, sewing, crafts, photography, horticulture, woodworking, and other creative and agricultural projects-recognizing talent and dedication among youth and adults.
• Rodeo & Arena Events: Exciting rodeo performances featuring bull riding, barrel racing, team roping, and other traditional events that draw crowds and celebrate Western heritage.
• Carnival, Midway & Entertainment: Family-friendly carnival rides, games, food booths, live music, and nightly attractions that bring excitement and fun for all ages.
• Commercial & Educational Booths: Local businesses, organizations, and vendors showcase products, services, and information-along with demonstrations, contests, and educational displays on farming, health, safety, and community resources.
• Pageants & Special Contests: Including the South Logan County Fair Queen pageant, talent shows, and other competitions that highlight youth leadership, poise, and community involvement.

The benefits of the South Logan County Fair for Booneville and South Logan County include:

• Youth Development & Recognition: A major platform for 4-H, FFA, and young exhibitors to gain experience, earn awards, scholarships, and sale premiums-building responsibility, pride, and future leaders in agriculture and beyond.
• Community Unity & Tradition: One of the biggest events of the year, drawing families together for shared fun, food, and fellowship-reinforcing our tight-knit rural identity and creating annual memories.
• Economic Boost: Supporting local vendors, businesses, food sellers, and the fairgrounds while promoting agriculture and tourism in the area.
• Family Entertainment: Affordable, wholesome activities that offer something for everyone-from toddlers on rides to grandparents enjoying livestock shows and live music.

The South Logan County Fair is typically held in late summer or early fall (dates vary each year-check our Facebook page or cofairs.com for the current schedule). The fairgrounds are located in Booneville, with easy access for the community. Follow our Facebook page (South Logan County Fair) for announcements on dates, entry deadlines, premium books, vendor info, queen pageant applications, event schedules, photos from past years, and live updates during fair week-message us directly with questions or to volunteer.

Whether you're exhibiting livestock, entering a craft, competing in the rodeo, bringing the kids for carnival fun, or just coming to enjoy good food and good company, the South Logan County Fair is your community celebration-open to all and free to attend most events (with paid carnival and rodeo tickets).

Celebrating Booneville's spirit and our agricultural roots is what the fair is all about-because when our youth shine, our neighbors gather, and our community comes together, South Logan County grows stronger, prouder, and more connected under these Ouachita skies. We can't wait to see you at the fair-mark your calendars and join the fun!

county fair held Labor Day week and Jr rodeo held in May. We are dedicated to today's youth in Agriculture.