MAP OF THE GROUNDS
'Aerial Fantasia' Presented by Beyond Wings Circus
Step into a world of wonder with Beyond Wings Circus' enchanting Daily aerialist show, designed especially for kids! Join us at the fair for a mesmerizing display of aerial artistry, where talented performers dazzle with graceful silks, dynamic lyra hoop routines, and more. Our show promises to ignite imaginations. Don’t miss this daily spectacle where dreams truly take flight! 6:30pm on weekdays, 1:30pm, 3:30 pm, 6:30pm on weekends. MARKETPLACE
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AGtivity Farm
The AGtivity Farm is the place to be! This farm gets little ones involved with tracking animals, racing ducks, and milking Nora! After meeting the barnyard animals and watching the goats caper in the goat gym, head over to see our dairy experts demonstrate a cow-milking experience. Don’t miss the live chicks, rabbits, and ducks! Sample the goodness of milk at our free milk bar and then relax after a full day in our sandbox corncrib! The AGtivity Farm engages kids with hands-on experience and appreciation of the time and energy that the American farmer puts into bringing food to the table. Open daily until 10pm. AGTIVITY HALL
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Balloon O’Rama
Our famous friend, Sam the Balloon Man, will be blowing up EXPO 3, creating a huge work of art from balloons alone! Make sure to stop by daily as he is huffing, puffing, and expanding the balloon scene every day of the fair. Open daily until 10pm. MARKETPLACE
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Barnyard Animals
We offer a unique opportunity for city folk to experience live encounters and learn about a variety of friendly, domesticated farm animals. Our interactive approach is a must for all animal lovers - young, old, or curious! Open daily until 10pm. AGTIVITY HALL
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Bee More, Do More
What’s all the buzz about? Visit Nashville’s own Bearded Bee Works to explore a live observation hive, learn how a busy bee colony works, and discover why they are so important to the food we eat. Don’t miss the honey-extraction demos for a fascinating look at how golden, local honey travels from the hive to the jar. Open daily until 10pm. CREATIVE ARTS
Butterfly Exhibit
Did you know that nearly 90% of flowering plants rely on about 200,000 species of animal pollinators for fertilization? From butterflies and bees to flies and beetles, most pollinators are insects. But birds, bats, and small mammals also pollinate plants. Bring a friend and interact with Tennessee Native Butterflies and Bees. We showcase them all, both live and in exhibits! Presented by Davidson County Master Gardeners & Davidson Co. 4-H. Open daily until 10pm. CREATIVE ARTS
Corn Crib Sandbox
Get a load off and a load of corny fun in our very own corn kernel sandbox. Like sand - but butter better! Please, no unattended children. Benches are provided for tired, crib-watching parents. Open daily until 10pm. AGTIVITY HALL
Creative Arts Exhibits
Come see Nashville’s creativity on full display! The Creative Arts Exhibits showcase photography, fine art, baking, canning, sewing, quilting, floral design, handcrafted treasures, and much more—all created by talented exhibitors from our community. Look for the ribbons, vote for People's Choice, and find inspiration to enter something yourself next year. Open daily until 10pm. CREATIVE ARTS
Dia Hispano en la Feria de Nashville
Mechanical games, snacks, exhibitions, face painting, Aztec dance, animals, and folklore with musical guests TBA.
Sunday, Sept. 20 from 12pm-10pm. COURTYARD
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DiscoveryScape
Young minds can build, experiment, and imagine at the STEM Play Space. Hands-on activities invite children to explore science, technology, engineering, and math through creative challenges and open-ended play. There is always something new to construct, test, redesign, and discover—along with a free STEM book for each child to continue the learning at home. Open daily until 10pm. MARKETPLACE
Duck Race & Quack Shack
Get ready for fast-paced fun as competitors line up for The Duke Race! Cheer on your favorite as they pump water to push their ducks toward the finish in a lighthearted contest where anything can happen. Pick a contender and see who earns the fairgrounds bragging rights. Visit live ducks in their habitat nearby to learn about these water-loving creatures. Open daily until 10pm. AGTIVITY HALL
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DJ Dance Party—Every Night Until Close
The fun keeps going after the sun goes down! Join our nightly DJ Dance Party streaming live to the world from The Nashville Fair for an upbeat mix of crowd favorites, sing-along hits, and plenty of surprises. Bring your best moves—or learn some new ones—and dance your way to closing time with fairgoers of all ages. Weekdays in the COURTYARD after the last band, weekends on the 615 STAGE
Festival of the Nations
The Festival of the Nations brings performers of various talents and nationalities to The Nashville Fair in the courtyard area the first Saturday of the fair! Here's a taste of what you might see on stage at the festival: Afrokokoroots, Irish Dancing, Burmese Dancers, Mexican Folk Dancers, Bethel Youth Singers, Yeli Ensemble, Breakdancers, Nigerian Music, Tropical Music, and much more! The Festival brings performers of various talents and nationalities plus a variety of delicious foods and goods. Suitable for all ages! 1st weekend (Friday, Saturday, & Sunday) until 10pm. 2nd weekend (Saturday only) until 10pm COURTYARD
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The Goat Gym
The Nashville Fair’s goats are climbing to new heights! Watch these curious, sure-footed athletes explore ramps, platforms, bridges, and other goat-sized challenges designed for exercise and enrichment. Their playful personalities and unexpected antics make The Goat Gym a must-see stop for the whole family! Open daily until 10pm. AGTIVITY HALL
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Goats & Strokes Painting
Pick up a paintbrush and create your own goat-inspired masterpiece at this artist-led painting experience. No artistic experience is necessary—the instructor will guide you step by step while the fair’s four-legged muses provide plenty of personality and inspiration. It’s a fun, relaxing way to make a one-of-a-kind Nashville Fair keepsake. Classes nightly at 7pm in the AGTIVITY HALL
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Ham Cooking Demo
World Famous Ham Cooking Demo with Freddie! Want to learn the ins and outs of cooking country ham? Sit back and enjoy a time-honored tradition at the fair. Watch Chef Freddie Burcham as he shares his recipe for red-eye gravy with country ham, including insights on curing styles. Catch his cooking demos daily at the Nashville Fair. Nightly at 7pm plus a 4pm show on weekends. AGTIVITY HALL
Hot Chicken Eating Competition
Can you take the Prince's Hot Chicken heat? Compete with other fairgoers to see who can eat the most without spontaneously combusting! Win a trophy and 2 ride wristbands. Ages 14+. Saturdays only. Register at 615 stage at 5pm, compete at 5:30pm. 615 STAGE AREA
Ice Cream Eating Competition
Can you eat more ice cream than anyone in the world? Compete with other fairgoers to see who can eat the most without freezing their brain! Win a trophy and 2 ride wristbands. Ages 14 & under. Sundays only. Register at 615 Stage at 5pm, compete at 5:30pm. 615 STAGE AREA