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A FESTIVAL FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

At Homestead Fair in Waco, Texas, hand-weave a basket, build a birdhouse, or make any number of nearly two dozen hands-on projects for adults and kids alike. Enjoy uplifting concerts by children and adult choirs and orchestras each day. Shop gifts, home furnishings and fine crafts made by skilled artisans. Attend a seminar to learn to grow your own food, or engage in discussions on challenging cultural topics.

UPDATED - 2024 Fair Schedule

November 29-December 1
Friday, November 29th 9am - 9pm
Saturday, November 30th9am - 9pm
Sunday, December 1st12pm - 5pm
December 6-7
Friday, December 6th (limited schedule)12pm - 6pm
Saturday, December 7th9am - 9pm
December 13-14
Friday, December 13th (limited schedule)12pm - 6pm
Saturday, December 14th (limited)9am - 9pm

TICKETED EXPERIENCES

GENERAL ADMISSION

Required for entry to the fair, and includes access to all concerts, workshops and seminars, petting zoo, hay bale maze and dozens of fine crafts demonstrations. Open rain or shine, no refunds.

HAYRIDE TOUR​

Take a hay ride to our scenic overlook, where you can take in a panoramic view of the farm below. Possibly the best photos of your visit will be found here.

FARM TOUR​

Join one of our farmers for a 1 1/2 hour tour of our working farm. We’ll show you our sustainable farming methods and answer your questions.

HANDS-ON MILKING

Ever wanted to hand-milk a cow? Join us each morning during the fair to learn “hands-on” how to hand milk and what it takes to care for a family milk cow.

WHAT TO EXPECT

LIVE MUSIC

Gather each afternoon and evening for live gospel music, bluegrass, children’s and adult choirs and orchestras.

FOOD

Explore unforgettable culinary delights from around the world: Asian curries, Mexican Gorditas, tamales, oak-smoked brisket, brick oven sourdough pizza, burgers, apple cider donuts, kettle corn, and more!

SHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Engage in a delightful immersive Christmas shopping experience. Watch as world-class artisans craft home goods and gifts, and shop their unique collections which are in the White House permanent collection and have earned national awards and been featured on TV.

SEMINARS

Attend seminars and presentations that teach everything from beekeeping, bread baking, soap making, and food preservation, and engage in discussions on challenging cultural issues.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

+ Is the fair handicap accessible?
Our fairgrounds are wheelchair friendly and our facilities and restrooms are handicap accessible. We have a very limited supply of wheelchairs available at the fairgrounds on a first-come-first-serve basis. Please inquire at guest check-in if you need one or for any other assistance you may need to make your visit enjoyable and comfortable. If you need handicap parking, please let our parking attendants know when you arrive. Services include:
  • Designated handicap parking spots
  • Shuttles for transport from remote parking lots to the Fair admissions entrance
  • A golf cart in the handicap parking area can take you to the Fair admissions entrance
  • Wheelchairs may be available upon request – ask at guest check-in (limited availability)
  • Handicap restrooms
+ Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at the fair. Service animals must be accompanied with proper documentation.
+Will the fair be open rain or shine?
YES!

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Concert Schedule

November 24

2:30pm — Heritage Children’s Choir and Orchestra

7:00pm — Heritage Choir and Orchestra

November 25

2:30pm — Heritage Children’s Choir and Orchestra

7:00pm — Heritage Choir and Orchestra

November 26

2:30pm — Heritage Children’s Choir and Orchestra / Heritage Choir and Orchestra

December 2

2:30pm — Heritage Children’s Choir and Orchestra

7:00pm — Heritage Choir and Orchestra

December 9

Christmas Concert

2:30pm — Heritage Children’s Choir and Orchestra

7:00pm — Heritage Choir and Orchestra