Become a Friend of the Fair

You’re already a Friend of the Fair in your heart, now let’s make it official!

With your annual support, the DC State Fair can serve and celebrate even more. Check out the fantastic benefits and join today.

Friend of the Fair - $50

Your name listed on the DC State Fair website, and on signage at the 2023 State Fair

White Ribbon - $100

“Friend of the Fair” level benefits, plus:

A grab bag of DC State Fair merch including a set of DC State Fair reusable utensils

Red Ribbon - $250

“White Ribbon” level benefits, plus:

Two free Bingo cards at a DC State Fair bingo fundraiser events in 2023

Blue Ribbon - $500

“Red Ribbon” level benefits, plus:

Invitation to a special fair kickoff happy hour

Best in Show - $1,000

“Blue Ribbon” level benefits, plus: 

An invitation to taste the winning creations at the 2023 DC State Fair food contests (contest judging dates TBA)

  • All benefits are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged or swapped.

  • Friends of the Fair membership is based on cumulative donations for the prior 12 months. You will not be charged for an ongoing, recurring basis, unless you choose to setup a recurring monthly donation.

  • The Friends of the Fair program is for individuals only. If your company or organization is interested in supporting the fair, contact sponsors@dcstatefair.org.

  • Best In Show supporters will not serve in any judging or contest management capacity. Tastings will take place after all judging is complete.