Opening night kicked off with a lively performance by the Tyler Consolidated High School Silver Knights Marching Band which led the opening ceremony on Monday evening. Their spirited performance set the tone for the week ahead. The evening continued with the annual Tyler County Fair Queen’s Pageant, a crowd favorite that drew plenty of cheers and applause as contestants vied for the crown. Kamryn Satterfield was crowned the 2026 Tyler County Fair Queen earning the opportunity to serve as an ambassador for one of the county’s most cherished traditions throughout fair week.

Queen Kamryn is entering her junior year at Doddridge County High School, where she is an active student-athlete. She competes in basketball, volleyball, and softball, balancing her busy athletic schedule with a strong commitment to academics. In addition to sports, Satterfield enjoys competing in pageants, a passion that has helped her develop confidence, poise, and public speaking skills. She is dedicated to her education and has set her sights on becoming a family attorney after completing her schooling.

As the 2026 Tyler County Fair Queen, Satterfield presided over a variety of events and activities throughout the week.

    Throughout the week, fair goers were treated to a packed schedule of events catering to all ages and interests. Daily activities included livestock shows, bingo sponsored by the Friendly Lion’s Club, karaoke and the ever-popular Cow Patty Bingo. The fairgrounds came alive with carnival rides, a variety of food trucks, and baked good sales offering everything from sweet treats to classic fair food.

    The fair also featured a wide range of competitions and entertainment, including dirt track racing, mini wedge racing, flat cart racing, and nightly live music on the main stage. Other crowd-pleasing events included the hog calling contest, liars contest, nail driving competition, hay-bale throwing, corn hole tournaments and horseshoe pitching.

    Additional community focused activities enriched the week-long celebration. These included bicycle races, Youth Day, and a free Youth Day carnival lunch sponsored by the Middlebourne Baptist Church.

    A heartfelt thank you also goes to Danny Westfall and his Bubble Wagon, whose presence added a magical touch that made Kid’s Day even more special.

    The fair concluded on Saturday night with an exciting evening of entertainment featuring Tyler Reese who closed the week on a high note with a crowd-pleasing show.

    All in all, it was a week of pageantry and fun for everyone who attended. Congratulations to the Tyler County Fair Association on hosting another successful fair and continuing the beloved tradition for the heart of Tyler County.

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