All the Fun at Connecticut Fairs - Summer 2009

It's fair to say the great State of Connecticut is home to almost 50 agricultural fairs from July through October. Fairs featuring tractor-pulls, delicious fried-dough, carnival rides, best-in-show farm animals, petting zoos, baking competitions for the foodies and a lot more! Best of all - they're so local you can add them to your Staycation To Do List.

Here is the 2009 listing of the Major Fairs, District Fairs, Local Fairs and 4-H Fairs in Connecticut. They are organized by type and date. If there is any information missing that I should include please feel free to contact me.




THE MAJOR FAIRS

Lebanon Country Fair
August 7, 8, 9, 2009
Admission: Adults: $8.00 Friday & Saturday; $7.00 Sunday
SENIORS 65 years and older: $7.00 Friday, Saturday; $6.00 Sunday
All 3 days CHILDREN : 11 and Under Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 6:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 Midnight
Sunday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Address: Mack Road (Off Routes 87 & 207) Lebanon, CT 06249
www.lebanoncountryfair.org

Bridgewater Country Fair
The Bridgewater Country Fair is a long standing tradition, preserving the character of the country fairs of yesterday, when farmers and other country folk congregated to compete with their prized livestock, produce, and arts and crafts. It was also, and still is a place where one can compare the latest farm and lawn equipment and haggle on the price of a new vehicle.
August 21, 22, 23, 2009
Admission: Adults: $8.00
Children under 12: Free
Senior Citizen Days: Saturday & Sunday - $5.00
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Address: Route 133, 100 Main Street, South Bridgewater, CT. 06752
www.bridgewaterfair.com

Wolcott Country Fair
Something for everyone at the Wolcott Lions Agricultural Fair from animal pulling contests, agriculture, animals, arts and crafts, Yankee Pro Wrestling, great food and more!
August 21, 22, 23, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Seniors: $4.00
Children under 12: Free
Parking: $3.00 with free shuttle service
Hours: Friday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Address: Frisbie School - Woodtick Road & Todd Road, Wolcott, CT
www.wolcottfair.com


Brooklyn Fair
August 27, 28, 29, 30, 2009
Admission: Adults: $10.00
Children 12 and under: Free
Senior Day (Sunday August 30): $6.00
Parking: $4.00
Hours: Thursday 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Address: Route 169, 101 Canterbury Rd., Brooklyn, CT, 06234
www.brooklynfair.org

Terryville Lions Country Fair
August 28, 29, 30, 2009
Admission: Adults: Friday: $6.00, Saturday. & Sunday. $8.00
SENIORS : Fri. $4.00, Sat. & Sun. $6.00
CHILDREN : 12 & under Free
Seniors: Friday: $4.00, Saturday & Sunday: $6.00
Children 12 & under: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Address: 135 Town Hill Road (off Route 6), Terryville, CT
www.terryvillefair.org


Chester Fair
Tradition. Livestock. Pulse of the land. Home made crafts & cooking. And most of all - people having fun. That's what the Chester Fair is all about.
August 28, 29, 30, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Children under 12: Free
Seniors: $5.00 on Saturday and Sunday
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address: Middlesex Turnpike (Route 154) Chester, CT
www.chesterfair.org

Woodstock Fair
"The Woodstock Fair is a Harvest Celebration; it's a Homecoming; it's Fun, Educational, and Entertaining. It's an Institution of it's very own."
September 4, 5, 6, 7, 2009
Admission: ADULTS: $12.00
SENIOR DAY: Friday & Saturday: $8.00
CHILDREN : 10 & under Free
Hours: Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm (10:00 pm with hand stamp)
Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Address: Junctions of Route 171 & 169, South Woodstock, CT 06267
www.woodstockfair.com

Haddam Neck Fair
September 4, 5, 6, 7, 2009
Admission: Adults $7.00
Seniors: $6.00
Kids under 12: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Fri. 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Sat. 7:30 am to 10:00 pm
Sun. 7:30 am to 10:00 pm
Monday 7:30 am to 6:00 pm
Address: 26 Quarry Hill Road, Haddam Neck, CT 06424
www.haddamneckfair.com


Goshen Fair
Features Draft Horse Show, Lynn Flanders Country Line Dance Lessons, Antique Tractor Pull, wood cutting contest and more!
September 5, 6, 7, 2009
Admission: Adults: $8.00
Seniors: $5.00
Children 12 and under: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Sat. & Sun. 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Mon. 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address: Route 63 South of Goshen Center, Location A, 116 Old Middle St., Goshen, CT 06756
www.goshenfair.org

Hebron Harvest Fair
September 10, 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Adults (all days) $10.00
SENIORS: $10.00 (Friday 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Free )
CHILDREN: 12 and under Free
Parking: $5.00 per car. Free with shuttle from outer lots. Handicap access, parking & facilities.
Hours: Thurs. 4:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fri. 12:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Sat. 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sun. 9:00 am to 8:00 pm
Address: Hebron Lions Fairground, 347 Gilead Street (Route 85), Hebron, CT 06248
www.hebronharvestfair.org

North Haven Fair
September 10, 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Free: Parking: Adults: $9.00
CHILDREN : Under 12 Free
SENIOR DAY: Sunday $5.00
Hours: Thurs. 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Fri. 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Sat. 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sun. 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Address: Route 5, 220 Washington Avenue, Exit 12 off I-91, North Haven, CT 06473
www.northhaven-fair.com

Bethlehem Fair
September 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
SENIORS: $5.00 (Saturday & Sunday)
CHILDREN: Under 12 Free, PARKING: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm,
Saturday 8:00 am to 10:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Address: 388 Main Street North, Bethlehem, CT
www.bethlehemfair.com

Four Town Fair
September 17, 18, 19, 20, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Children 12 and under: Free
Senior Citizens: $5.00 (Thurs & Friday only)
Parking: Free
Hours: Thursday 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Friday 4:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sunday 8:00 am to 7:00 pm
Address: 56 Egypt Road (Off Route 83) Somers, CT
www.fourtownfair.com

Guilford Agricultural Fair
September 18, 19, 20, 2009
Admission: $10.00
CHILDREN 6-11 $2.00 and under 6 - Free
SENIOR CITIZENS : $8.00
2-DAY discount PASS : $16.00
Parking: Fair Grounds $3.00/Off Grounds
Free Shuttle Bus/Parking off I-95 Exits 57 & 59
Hours: Friday 1:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am to 11:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Address: Stone House Lane, Guilford, CT 06437
Exits 57, 58 or 59 from I-95
www.guilfordfair.org

Orange Country Fair
September 19 - 20, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
CHILDREN : 15 and under Free
SENIOR CITIZENS : $5.00
Parking: Free
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Address: Orange Center Road, Route 152, Orange, CT
www.orangectfair.com

Durham Fair
September 25, 26, 27 2009
Admission: $12.00 (Single Day), $25.00 (3 Day Pass)
Seniors $10.00
Children under 12: free
Parking: Free with shuttle bus
Hours: Fri. 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sat. 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sun. 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Address: Routes 17 & 68, Durham, CT (I-91, exit 15, I-95, exit 58)
www.durhamfair.com

Berlin Fair
October 2, 3, 4, 2009
Admission: Adults: $12.00
SENIORS (62+) $8.00
Children (11 & under) FREE
Parking: Free with shuttle from off-site lots
Hours: Friday 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am - 6:30 pm
Address: 260 Beckley Rd, Berlin, CT 06037
www.ctberlinfair.com

Harwinton Fair
October 3 & 4, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Children 12 and under: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Saturday: 8:00 am until 6:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
Address: 150 Locust Road, one mile S.E. of Harwinton Center off Rte. 4
06790
www.harwintonfair.com

Portland Fair
October 9, 10, 11, 2009
Admission: Adults: $7.00
Seniors: $5.00
Children 10 and under: Free
Parking: Free off-site parking
Hours: Friday: 5:00 - 11:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 11:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: Exchange Club Grounds,
Route 17A, Portland, CT 06480
www.portlandfair.com




THE DISTRICT FAIRS

Hamburg Fair
Revolutionary War Encampment, The 6th Connecticut Regiment, Campfire Cooking, Marching Drills, Living History, Camp Life, Blacksmith Demonstrations, Medieval Reenactors, Renaissance Faire Living History, Authentic Dress and more.
August 14, 15, 16, 2009
Admission: Adults: $5.00
Seniors: $3.00
Children under 12: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m.- 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Address: Route 156 Hamburg Cove, Lyme, Connecticut
www.hamburgfair.org


Wapping Fair
Roderick Russell--sword swallower, and Bwana Jim and his exotic animals highlight the entertainment lineup at the fair this year. In addition, traditional favorites Magic of Christopher, Ed the Wizard, the Ronald McDonald Show, Wapping Idol, the Little Miss/Mr. Farmer Contest along with a stunning array of food and the wildly popular Saturday night fireworks.
September 10, 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Adults and Children 57" and above: $6.00
Seniors: $3.00
Children under 57" tall: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Thursday: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Address: Evergreen Walk, Behind LA Fitness, South Windsor, CT 06074
100 Cedar Avenue, South Windsor, CT 06074
www.wappingfair.org


Ledyard Fair
September 11, 12, 13, 2009
Admission: Adults: $8.00
SENIOR / YOUTH 13 yrs - 18 yrs: $5.00
Children under 13: Free
Parking: Free at Jr. & Sr. High Schools
Hours: Friday: 6:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Address: Route 117 at Ledyard Center, Ledyard Connecticut
www.ledyardfair.org


Riverton Fair
October 9, 10, 11, 2009
Admission: Adults: $5.00
CHILDREN : Under 12 Free, PARKING: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. (later weather permitting)
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Address: Route 20, Riverton, CT
www.rivertonfair.org







THE 4-H FAIRS

Windam County 4-H Fair
July 31, August 1, 2, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: Brooklyn Fairgrounds, Route 169, Brooklyn, CT
www.4-hfair.org/windham/county.html


Tolland County 4-H Fair
August 7, 8, 9, 2009
Hours: Friday: 10:00 am to 10:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am to 10:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Address: 24 Hyde Avenue (Route 30) Vernon, CT 06066
www.4-hfair.org/tolland/county.html


Middlesex/New Haven County 4-H Fair
August 7, 8, 9, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: $5.00 per car
Hours: Friday: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Address: Durham Fairgrounds, Route 17, Durham, CT
www.4-hfair.org


Litchfield County 4-H Fair
August 8 & 9, 2009
Admission: Adults: Free
Children: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Address: Route 63 Goshen, CT
www.4-hfair.org/litchfield/county.html


Hartford County 4-H Fair
August 14, 15, 16, 2009
Admission: Adults: $5.00
Seniors: $5.00
Children under 12 and under: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Friday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 10:00 pm
Sunday: 9:00 am- 5:00 pm
Address: Four Town Fairgrounds, Egypt Road, Somers, CT
www.4-hfair.org/hartford/county.html




THE LOCAL FAIRS


Ekonk Community Grange Fair
August 8, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Address: 723 Ekonk Hill Road, Sterling, CT
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=31


Winchester Grange Fair
August 9, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Address: Winchester Center Green (Route 63), CT
Or 100 Newfield Rd, Winchester Center, CT 06094.
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=93


Southington Grange Community Fair
August 15, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: Saturday. 8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Address: Corner of Knowles Ave & Summit St., Plantsville, CT 06479
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=75


Harmony Grange Fair
August 29, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Address: 2 Shelton Road (Corner of Rt 110 and 111), Monroe, CT
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=39


Litchfield Grange Fair
August 29, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Address: 453 Bantam Rd., Litchfield CT 06759
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=50


Simsbury Grange Agricultural Fair
August 29, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00
Hours: Saturday. 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Address: 236 Farms Village Road, (Route 309), West Simsbury, CT 06092
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=74


Cannon Grange Agricultural Fair & Exposition
August 30, 2009
Admission: ADULTS: $2.00
GRANGERS $1.00
CHILDREN: 12 and unders: Free
Parking: Free - at Cannondale at Railroad Station
Hours: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Address: Cannon Grange Hall, 25 Cannon Road, (Just off Route 7)Wilton CT 06897
www.geocities.com/cannongrange


Granby Grange Agricultural Fair
September 12, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Address: 212 N. Granby Rd. (Route 189), Granby, CT 06035
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=37


Killingly Grange Fair
September 12, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Address: 801 Hartford Pike, Dayville, CT
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=47


Meriden Grange Fair
September 12, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Address: 540 Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06451
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=56


Riverton Grange Fair
September 12, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Address: Grange Hall, Route 20, Riverton, CT
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=72


Wallingford Grange Fair
September 19, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 12:00 noon - 10:00 pm
Address: 586 Center St. (Route 150), Wallingford, CT 06492
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=84


Cheshire Grange Community Grange Fair
September 19 & 20, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, both days
Address: 44 Wallingford Road, Cheshire, CT 06410
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=26


Whigville Grange Fair
September 26, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Address: 153 South Main Street, Burlington, CT, 06013
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=92


Beacon Grange Fair
September 27, 2009
Admission: Free
Parking: Free
Hours: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Address: 670 Northfield Road, Northfield CT 06778
www.ctstategrange.com/subgrangepage.asp?grangeid=17


And out-of-state. . .

The Big E
Yes, it's out of state, but it's still local! Don't miss Connecticut Day...
September 18 -October 4 2009
Friday, Sept. 18 - Be Kid For A Day & Military Appreciation Day
Wednesday, Sept. 23rd - Connecticut Day
Friday, Oct. 2 - New England Specialty Food Day
Gates open at 8 am
Most exhibits and buildings are open 10 am to 10 pm
Advance Tickets: Adults $10, Children (6-12) - $8
Gate Tickets Weekdays: Adults $12, Children (6-12) - $8
Gate Tickets Weekends: Adults $15, Children (6-12) - $10
Children (5 & under): Free
Parking: Gate 9 Lot: Mon. - Fri., $5,
Sat. or Sun., $10
Eastern States Exposition, 1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA
Phone: (413) 737-2443
www.thebige.com