KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — After missing out on in-person fun last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tennessee Valley Fair will make a return in September.
Organizers announced that the 101st Tennessee Valley Fair will be held from September 10 through September 19. During that time, crowds will be able to enjoy 10 days of concerts, rides, food, competitions, and more. The fair is meant to showcase East Tennessee heritage, agriculture, and the arts.
Ticket sales will go on sale on June 25 at 10 a.m. The sales include concert tickets, discounted admission tickets, and discounted ride wristbands. Gate prices will be $10 for adults, and $8 for children and seniors, according to officials. To learn more, visit www.tnvalleyfair.org or call 865-215-1471.
Officials said those who do not want to wait to buy tickets can purchase immediately by becoming a member of the Fair Foundation. The Fair Foundation supports agriculture education and programming for the youth in the community. To learn more about its mission and involvement, visit https://www.tnvalleyfair.org/p/getinvolved/foundation
Parking will also cost $10 and group ticket sales are available, according to officials.
The Tennessee Valley Fair announced the first round of entertainers for the 2021 concert series:
- September 10 – Jon Langston
- September 12 – John Anderson
- September 14 – Riley Green
- September 17 – En Vogue
- September 18 – Prince: The Purple Xperience
- September 19 – Joe Nichols
Officials said there will be more concerts announced at a later date.
Last year, the Tennessee Valley Fair offered virtual events and to-go carnival food to keep participants safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. No outside food and drinks, weapons, pets, selfie sticks, or non-clear bags will be allowed on the fairgrounds this year.