Most of us have fond childhood memories of attending a fair. Thoughts of cotton candy, fried food, carnival rides and games, live music, and fun with friends and family pop into our heads at the mere mention of a state or county fair. On September 9-12, 2021 in Greenfield, Massachusetts, the 172nd Annual Fairfield County Fair will be held. So save the date – it’s a good time you won’t want to miss!
Franklin County Fair will be held at the 27-acre Franklin County Fairgrounds September 9-12, 2021, the weekend after Labor Day. There will be food, there will be rides, and, best of all, there will be fun!
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The Fair kicks off with a parade on Thursday starting at 5 p.m. The parade route starts at Greenfield Middle School before it heads down Federal Street, then takes a right on Main Street before taking another right onto River Street. The route then goes down Laurel Street towards the fairgrounds where it ends. There are plenty of spots along the route to watch the parade go by!
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Once you enter the fairgrounds, you’ll have acres and acres of things to see and do. From rides to carnival games, motocross, musical acts, animal races, crafts, foods, and more, there are endless opportunities to have some fun!
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Stop by the iconic 1899 Roundhouse where creative crafters can show off their wares to fair attendees. This is the spot to pick up a one-of-a-kind handmade gift for someone.
Franklin County Fair, Greenfield, Ma/Facebook Additionally, there will be a craft fair held on Saturday and Sunday at the infield during the fair.
Take in one of the live musical acts on the Community Stage.
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Kids and adults alike will be delighted to see all the farm animals at the Fair. Cows, sheep, chickens, rabbits, horses, and oxen will all be on display.
Franklin County Fair, Greenfield, Ma/Facebook Many of the animals will also be involved in one of the scheduled Livestock Shows.
You can also watch a Swifty Swine pig race! Several are scheduled throughout the weekend and will surely put a smile on your face.
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Check out, or participate in, the Apple Pie Baking Contest which will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. Now that’s one delicious contest!
Franklin County Fair, Greenfield, Ma/Facebook These are just a few of the things you can see and do during the Fair weekend. For a full schedule, head to the Franklin County Fair website.
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Additionally, there will be a craft fair held on Saturday and Sunday at the infield during the fair.
Many of the animals will also be involved in one of the scheduled Livestock Shows.
These are just a few of the things you can see and do during the Fair weekend. For a full schedule, head to the Franklin County Fair website.
The doors to this year’s 172nd Annual Franklin County Fair will be open at 3 p.m. on Thursday, 1 p.m. on Friday, and 8 a.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. Check out why this county fair has been going strong since 1848 and is considered one of the best fairs in New England!
To check out the schedule and book your tickets to the historic Franklin County Fair, head to the website. You can also follow the Fair’s Facebook page for any updates.
Do you have any fond memories of attending the Franklin County Fair you’d like to share? Please do so in the comments!
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