Annual Meeting – Walton County Fair Association
2025-01-06 | Walton County Fair Grounds, 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL, 32433, United States
The Walton County Fair Association will hold its annual meeting on Monday, January 6, 2025, at the Walton County Fairgrounds. This is an open invitation to all interested individuals to attend and participate.
Date: Monday, January 6, 2025
Location: Walton County Fairgrounds
If you have any questions about the meeting, feel free to contact us at info@waltoncountyfair.com or call +1 (850) 892-5261.
We look forward to seeing you there!

DeFuniak Springs Home and Garden Show
2025-03-01 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Walton County Fair Grounds, 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL, 32433, United States
Event Date and Time:
Saturday, March 1, 2025
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Event Location:
Walton County Fairgrounds
790 US Highway 83N
DeFuniak Springs, Florida 32433
Event Description:
Get ready for an exciting day at the DeFuniak Springs Home and Garden Show! This event features:
✨ Local craft artisans showcasing their unique creations
🌱 A variety of plants and garden supplies for all your gardening needs
👗 Clothing, apparel, and home décor to refresh your style
🐾 A pet adoption event to find your new furry friend
🍔 Delicious food trucks offering a range of tasty treats
Admission is free, but donations are appreciated to support local initiatives.
The event is open rain or shine, so bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day of shopping, learning, and community spirit.
•Explore amazing vendor booths with unique items.
•Discover new ideas for your home and garden.
•Support local businesses and artisans.
•Enjoy great food and entertainment in a welcoming atmosphere.
Contact Information:
For more details, please contact us at info@waltoncountyfair.com or call 850-892-5261.
Mark your calendars, and don’t miss this wonderful event! We can’t wait to see you there. 🌸

Walton County Fair 2025 (Full Event Schedule)
2025-10-13 17:00 - 2025-10-18 21:30 | Walton County Fair Grounds, 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL, 32433, United States
Welcome to the 2025 Walton County Fair!
We’re excited to welcome you back to the Walton County Fair from October 13–18, 2025 for another amazing week of community, agriculture, and entertainment!
From livestock shows to live performances, local exhibits, and family fun, there’s something for everyone. Below, you’ll find the complete daily schedule, including entertainment times, ride details, and special events.
We hope you’ll join us at this year’s fair and enjoy the traditions that have made the Walton County Fair a community favorite for over a century.
Keep this schedule handy and don’t miss out on any of the excitement — see you at the fair!
Admission & Ride Information
🎟 General Admission

$5.00 for adults (ages 5 and over)
Free for kids 4 and under
Monday: Veterans Appreciation Day — free entry for all active, retired, and reserve veterans (with ID)
Thursday: Senior Citizen Night — free entry for ages 65 and older

🎡 Midway Armbands

Monday – Friday: $20
Saturday Matinee (12 PM – 3 PM): $20
Saturday Night (6 PM – Close): $25
Saturday ticket booth closes at 3:30 PM and reopens at 5:30 PM.

Pre-Fair Activities
Thursday, October 9

Walton County School Art setup begins
Booth setup begins

Friday, October 10

School Art setup continues
Booth setup continues

Saturday, October 11

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Entries for Creative Living, Agriculture, Home Arts, and Youth Activities Departments
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM: Art and Photography entries
Booth setup continues

Sunday, October 12

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM: Entries for Creative Living, Agriculture, Home Arts, and Youth Activities Departments
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Poultry and Rabbit entries
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Baking Contest entries
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Hog entries
4:00 PM: Poultry and Rabbit judging
5:00 PM: Baking Contest judging

Fair Week Schedule
Monday, October 13 – Opening Day & Veterans Day

8:00 AM: Judges’ Breakfast
9:00 AM: Judging for Creative Living, Youth Activities, and Community Booths
12:00 PM: Ribbon Cutting with Walton County Chamber of Commerce
5:00 PM: Gates open
6:00 PM: Mari Gleason performs (Main Stage)
9:00 PM: Gates close

Tuesday, October 14 – Elementary Performance & Youth Hog Show

5:00 PM: Gates open
5:30 PM: West DeFuniak Elementary performs (Main Stage)
6:00 PM: Cancer Freeze presentation (Main Stage)
6:00 PM: Youth Hog Show (Arena)
9:00 PM: Gates close

Wednesday, October 15 – Elementary Choir & Youth Rabbit and Poultry Showmanship

5:00 PM: Gates open
5:30 PM: Mossy Head Elementary and Freeport Elementary performances (Main Stage)
6:00 PM: Jim Hubbard performs (Main Stage)
6:00 PM: Youth Rabbit and Poultry Showmanship (Arena)
9:00 PM: Gates close

Thursday, October 16 – Senior Night, Hog Auction & Martin & Laura Lane

5:00 PM: Gates open
6:00 PM: Hog Buyer’s Dinner (Extension Office)
6:00 PM: Martin & Laura Lane perform (Main Stage)
7:00 PM: Hog Auction (Arena)
9:00 PM: Gates close

Friday, October 17 – Youth Goat Show & Kiera Howell

5:00 PM: Gates open
6:00 PM: Youth Goat Show (Arena)
6:00 PM: Kiera Howell performs (Main Stage)
9:30 PM: Gates close

Saturday, October 18 – Final Day: Youth Beef Show & Rowdy Friends Band

12:00 PM: Gates open
12:00 PM: Youth Beef Show (Arena)
3:30 PM: Ticket booth closes (no sales)
4:00 PM: Midway shuts down for state inspection (armbands expire)
5:00 PM: Horse Show starts
5:30 PM: Ticket booth reopens
6:00 PM: Midway resumes (new armband required)
6:00 PM: Rowdy Friends Band performs (Main Stage)
9:30 PM: Gates close for the final day

Sunday, October 19 – Item Pick-Up Day

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Item pick-up for Poultry, Rabbits, Creative Living, Agriculture, and Home Arts Departments

Private Event
2026-02-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-26 16:00 - 18:00, 2026-03-02 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-03-26 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-06 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-27 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-04 16:00 - 17:00 and 3 more dates | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
Private Event Booking

Private Booking
2026-03-02 10:00 - 12:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL

Hometown Auction
2026-03-07 12:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
Featuring:Horses, tack & livestock!
Open event to the Public
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Hometown Auction

Hometown Auction
2026-03-21 12:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
Featuring:Horses, tack & livestock!
Open eventto the Public
Horse & Tack during the Month of March
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Hometown Auction

Zerbini Family Circus
2026-03-23 18:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
UNDER THE BIG TOP! – WALTON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Follow them on FB &
https://zerbinifamilycircus.com for tickets

Indoor Farmers Market
2026-03-28 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-25 09:00 - 14:00, 2026-05-23 09:00 - 14:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
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Breathe Easy Farm
or at
https://www.breathe-easy-farm.com/

Hometown Auction
2026-04-04 12:00, 2026-05-02 12:00, 2026-06-06 12:00, 2026-07-18 12:00, 2026-08-01 12:00, 2026-09-05 12:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
Open event to the Public
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Hometown Auction

New Heights Wrestling
2026-04-11 18:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
NHW Pro Wrestling Event !
Open to the Public
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New Heights Wrestling

Pride of Walton Cattle Battle
2026-04-25 07:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
The Walton County Farm Bureau hosts the third annual Walton County Cattle Battle, which will take place at the Walton County Fair Grounds in DeFuniak Springs, Fl. Buckles will be awarded for Top 5 Heifers, Top 5 Steers, and Top Showman in each
division: Collegiate, Senior, Intermediate, and Junior Showmanship. All exhibitors and animals must be checked-in between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Saturday morning.

Special Pre Fair Event
2026-09-12 17:00 | 790 N. 9th Street, DeFuniak Springs, FL
Special Pre Fair EventComing !
