Our Story
As a not-for-profit organization independent of state government, SFVA is much more than one event. In a world where Virginia’s open land and traditions that shaped our culture are rapidly vanishing, our goal is to keep cherished ideals and experiences alive in the Commonwealth.
To do this we are:
Actively pursuing the opportunity to provide year long activities celebrating wholesome family values and activities in a fun, engaging and beautiful rural setting
Contributing to strengthening Virginia’s youth through scholarships, competitions, school tours and events with a very special focus: helping youth participants foster and grow ideals that will last a lifetime, no matter what studies they choose to pursue or career they choose to follow
Since the State Fair of Virginia has a heritage spanning over 150 years— nurturing the land and the hard working values of people associated with the land—we are best-suited to protect the extremely important challenge of preserving our rural heritage in the 21st century while showcasing the best of contemporary Virginia.
