Accessibility Information

The fair is handicap accessible. Handicap portables are located outside by the grandstands, and accessible bathrooms are inside the elementary school gym. A baby changing station is available in the elementary school, courtesy of Highland Children’s House.

Seating

Handicap seating is available in the grandstands, at the show ring, and under a pavilion beside the ring on the school-side.

Parking & Transportation

Handicap parking is located in the elementary school parking lot. Handicap parking is not permitted inside the gates. Golf cart transportation is available to all, to and from the parking lot and around the grounds.

Ground Conditions

Please be aware there may be uneven ground, as the grounds consist of gravel, pavement, and grass.

Sensory Notice

Valley Amusement rides and games may feature flashing/strobe lighting and loud music.

Service Dogs

Service dogs are welcome. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a service dog is defined as a dog that is individually trained to perform specific tasks for a person with a disability. THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE EMOTIONAL SUPPORT ANIMALS.

If you bring your pet dog onto Fair property, you will be asked to leave the grounds promptly and either return without your dog or not return at all.
Engaging with Fair board members, volunteers, department chairs or any fair attendee in a disrespectful manner will get you removed from the grounds for the remainder of the day, the week, or banned from the grounds.
The community works hard to put on a safe event every year and all the Fair’s volunteers deserve respect. The Fair Association will NOT put up with disrespectful conduct of any nature.
The Fair Association thanks attendees for adhering to all the Fair’s regulations to keep everyone safe.

Code of Conduct

Engaging with Fair board members, volunteers, department chairs, or any fair attendee in a disrespectful manner will result in removal from the grounds for the remainder of the day, the week, or a permanent ban from the grounds.

The community works hard to put on a safe event every year, and all of the Fair’s volunteers deserve respect. The Fair Association will NOT tolerate disrespectful conduct of any nature.

The Fair Association thanks attendees for adhering to all of the Fair’s regulations to help keep everyone safe.

Sunflower Hours

A quieter, sensory-friendly time for kids and adults with special needs to enjoy the fair before the crowds arrive.

When: Friday, September 4, 2026 · 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: 386 Myers-Moon Road, Monterey, VA 24465

What to Expect

Accommodations during Sunflower Hours include:

• No carnival music
• No flashing lights
• Fewer crowds
• Slower ride speeds
• Special barn times to help create a more comfortable experience

Admission & Rides

• Free admission and no cost for amusement rides during the allotted time.
• If you choose to stay past Sunflower Hours for our evening events, regular admission fees will apply.
• Attendees will be provided a special armband to show they’re participating in Sunflower Hours and to access the rides.

Parking & Entry

Participants may park in the school parking lot, and all attendees must enter through the school gate. Golf cart transportation is available for all.

Pre-Registration

Registration is available on site, but goody bags are only guaranteed to those who pre-register. Pre-registration ends August 10, 2026.

You can Pre-register here, using our Google Form. You can also scan the QR Code below to open this on your phone or tablet.

Questions?

Contact us at info@highlandcountyfairva.com with any questions or concerns.

Thank you to Blue Grass Mercantile for sponsoring the goody bags!