Be a part of Blount County’s only county fair that celebrates the historic traditions of agriculture and good old country fun during the days of yore. The Blue Ribbon Country Fair is truly a homage to the past with unique competitions like, “The Lodge Ladies Skillet Throw, Hog Calling, Rooster Crowing and Catch a Greased Pig Contest. Held at the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center in Townsend, Tennessee. You can enjoy numerous competitive exhibits on vegetables, canning, produce, baked goods, floral design, woodworking and much more.