
2025 Randolph County Fair – Daily Schedule
Aug. 25–30 • Pocahontas Fairgrounds

Aug. 25–30 • Pocahontas Fairgrounds
The Randolph County Fair is gearing up for a week packed with livestock shows, contests, entertainment and community fun, running Aug. 25–30 at the Randolph County fairgrounds. This year’s theme, “The Magic of the Fair,”will be visible throughout decorations, displays and events.
The Rainwater Family Reunion potluck will be Aug. 30 at the Community Center by the water park. The time will be
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas will host drive-thru USDA food distributions in Randolph County on Wednesday, August 27 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. or until food runs out at the following locations: Pocahontas Community Center 205 Geneva Dr. Pocahontas, AR Calvary Missionary Baptist Church 17723 Hwy 90 W Ravenden Springs, AR Households are eligible to receive USDA foods once per month and must reside in Randolph County. Recipients must meet the income guidelines that have been set for The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). Recipients can self-declare the following information to determine program eligibility: name, address, family size and combined monthly income of the household.
Saw a news clip where robbers stole a razor, fried chicken and 2 way radios. While I am in no way condoning their actions, don’t you know they had a heck of a fun night!

The cover of the 2025 Randolph County Fair catalog features artwork by Ruth Patterson


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