August 8 – 15, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Howard County Fairgrounds
2210 Fairgrounds Road
West Friendship, MD 21794
The 80th annual Howard County Fair will be open from 8 AM – 10 PM, daily, rides open until 11 PM. Rides, animal shows, competitions, Kids & Critters Barn, Little Farmers Building, Ag demonstrations, food, various ag related competitions, music and other entertainment and FUN!
We will be celebrating the nations 250th birthday this year.
See our Facebook page for updates on the festivities.
Family friendly!