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Eat, Shop & Explore

Food & Vendors

From classic fair favorites to craft booths and local artisans — the Knox County Fair midway has something for every appetite.

Fair Food You'll Love

Classic midway eats, hearty grilled favorites, and indulgent sweet treats — all made fresh on the fairgrounds.

Fair Classics

The timeless treats that make a county fair complete.

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Funnel Cakes — Fresh-fried and dusted with powdered sugar

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Pronto Pups — Golden battered hot dogs on a stick, made fresh from BD Fullers Pronto Pup Stand.

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Fair Taffy — Sweet and gooey taffy made fresh each night in the Original Taffy Wagon truck!

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Friend Bologna & Pepper Jack — Fried bologna sandwich with pepper jack cheese served from CEF booth

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Pork Chop — A Knox County fair tradition of pork chop dinner served up by Knox County Pork Producers.

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Lemon Shake-Up — Fresh-squeezed lemonade ice cold from Pronto Pup Stand.

Grilled & Savory

Hearty eats to fuel a full day at the fair.

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BBQ Pork Sandwiches — Slow-smoked and piled high from Pebbles 812

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Fish Bites — Deep-fried fish bites with all their yummy flavors from Misfit Missions

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Street Tacos — Fresh made-to-order tacos topped with a hint of lime from Lucia's.

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Loaded Dogs — Hot dogs, plain or loaded with every topping imagined NK Band has them ready for you!

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Donut Burger — Seasoned smash burger with a sweet and savory donut for a bun from Big Boys Burgers.

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Cheese on a stick — Crispy deep-fried cheese on a stick brought in as a fan favorite from Luehrs'.

Sweet Treats

Save room for dessert — or start with it.

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Ice Cream — Brought over from Odon's Let It Snow Creamery.

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Sweet Tea — Amazingly cold iced tea mixed with any flavor combo from Mama Z Tea.

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Cotton Candy — Pink and blue timeless classic fair tradition.

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Dirty Soda — Sweet and refreshingly cold dirty soda made fresh from Sip It.

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Snowcones — Fresh ice flavored with your favorite flavoring by OS Cones!

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Sweet snacks — Candied Apples, Fried Oreos, Elephant Ears, and Caramel Apples, all from Luehrs

Fair Food Tips

Cash is king — many vendors are cash only, so hit the ATM before you arrive, or use one we have on site!

Come hungry — portions are generous and the variety is unbeatable.

The pork chop dinner is sold at the Pork Producers Booth — get there early before they sell out!

Vendor hours generally follow fair hours. Food vendors typically open by 4 PM daily.

Shop the Fairgrounds

Beyond the food, the Knox County Fair is packed with vendors, exhibitors, and community booths worth exploring.

Craft Vendors

Browse handmade goods, local art, jewelry, woodwork, and unique gifts from talented Knox County crafters.

Agricultural Exhibitors

Explore the latest in farm equipment, seed suppliers, and agricultural services from local and regional businesses.

Commercial Vendors

From home goods to outdoor gear, browse a wide variety of commercial vendors set up across the fairgrounds.

Community & Nonprofit Booths

Connect with local organizations, clubs, and nonprofits making a difference in Knox County and the surrounding region.

Interested in Becoming a Vendor?

We welcome food vendors, crafters, commercial exhibitors, and community organizations. Space is limited — apply early!