Upshur County Fair

Get ready to go wild for yams at the East Texas Yamboree, which proudly serves as the Upshur County Fair in the historic town of Gilmer! This massive four-day celebration honors the sweet potato with an action-packed lineup featuring a thrilling carnival midway, extensive livestock and agricultural mechanics shows, and not one but two spectacular parades. Visitors can tap their boots at the barn dance, admire the stunning Queen’s Coronation, or satisfy their cravings at the legendary yam pie contest. Drawing crowds from all over the region since 1935, this beloved local tradition is the ultimate destination for unforgettable family entertainment, classic cars, and down-home Texas charm.