Tuesday, August 25th - Saturday, August 29th

2026 Open Youth Beef Livestock Show

**Registration required by Friday, August 21st**

registration fees must be paid at time of registration

(Watch for Cattle Show Logo to register - coming soon!)

Option to pay Entry Fees:  Pay by credit card, Venmo, or Cashapp (3% processing fee applies)  

Email JCFACattleShow@gmail.com if you have any questions or issues registering for the Cattle Show

Watch for 2026 Fair Catalog available for download coming soon!

ENTER YOUR INDIVIDUAL EXHIBITS FOR COMPETITION

No cost to enter!   Individual exhibits will be accepted on Friday, August 21st from 9:00a to 4:00p and Saturday, August 22nd from 9:00a to 1:00p.  Entries must be work of the entrant. 

**Competitive Divisions are open to residents of Jackson County and

surrounding counties and neighboring states to Alabama**

YOUTH & ADULT DIVISIONS

NO COST TO ENTER - Premium Awards for 1st, 2nd & 3rd!!!

Scarecrow Competition (pre-registration required)

Antique Tractor Competition (pre-registration required)

Feature Exhibit Booths (pre-registration required) 

Hay/Forage Grasses, Garden Crops & Honey (Agricultural Products)

Food Preservation (Canning)           Baked Goods          Needlework & Quilting          Handicrafts

Woodworking           Art           Arts & Crafts               Amatuer Photography               Flower Show

**Two Classes in Baked Goods for Professionals to showcase their decorating skills**

What time do the Admission Gates open?

 

 

Admission gates open at 5:30p Tuesday - Friday of the Fair and 4:00p on Saturday.  Rides start 30 minutes after gate open.

How much does it cost to get in?

Admission is $5 CASH for ages 6 and up at Gates 4 - 6.  Electronic payments are accepted at Gate 7 ONLY and include the current processing fee charged by the credit card processing company. 

FREE Admission for Ages 5 and under

FREE Admission for anyone who served in the military 

FREE Admission for first responders in uniform 

FREE Admission for wheelchair-bound handicapped and one companion

What time do the Admission Gates close?

 

 

Admission gates are open during the Fair:

Tuesday and Wednesday 5:30p - 9:00p

Thursday 5:30p - 10:00p

Friday 5:30p - 11:00p

Saturday 4:00p - 11:00p

Admission Gate & Ride Operating Times may be impacted by weather and other factors and are not guaranteed.  Adverse weather conditions such as lightning and high wind will result in rides being shut-down for the safety of our Guests.  NO REFUNDS

Does the admission price include games & rides?

 

 

No.  Admission charge is only to allow entry onto the Fairgrounds.  Individual tickets for rides and games, and unlimited ride handstamp can be purchased from amusement vendor.

What time do the rides operate?

Rides start 30 minutes after the Admission Gates open.

Tuesday and Wednesday:  6:00p - 10:00p

Thursday:  6:00p - 11:00p

Friday:  6:00p - Midnight

Saturday:  4:30p - Midnight 

Ride operating times may be impacted by weather and other factors and are not guaranteed.  Adverse weather conditions such as lightning and high wind will result in rides being shut-down for the safety of our Guests.  NO REFUNDS 

Can I bring my pet with me?

 

 

No.  Pets are not allowed on the Fairgrounds by our Guests.  Only service animals recognized by the ADA are allowed.  

What if I lose something while attending an event?

 

 

Lost and Found is located at the Concession Stand.  You may also provide your contact information and description of the item lost to a member of JCFA who will be wearing blue logo'd vests.  If your item is turned in or found you will be contacted as soon as possible.

Contact us

For inquiries regarding the Fall Agricultural Fair, please fill out the form below and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

Location

Jackson County Veterans Fairgrounds

Mailing Address:  JCFA, PO Box 1337, Scottsboro, AL  35768-1337

Physical Location of Fairgrounds:  220 Cecil Street
Scottsboro, Alabama, United States

(256)587-5750