Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadIf you’ve never been to a pig race, you’re in for a real treat! They compete for the grand prize, an Oreo cookie! They run as fast as their little...
Sept. 29 - Oct. 9, 2023
Daily Program
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Amesbury Animal Hospital
Essex County FarmyardVisit the Essex County Farmyard and see the demonstration from the Amesbury Animal Hospital.
Horse Pulling – 3100 lbs. and under 12′
ArenaThe Horse Pulling Contest for 3100 lbs. and under 12' will take place in the Arena.
Mike Forgette
Picnic AreaEnjoy the musical talent of Mike Forgette on our Picnic Area stage.
The Reminisants
Trianon StageSpecializing in the music from the 1950’s through the 1990’s and celebrating their 49th year, we’re ready to sing and dance along with The Reminisants in our Trianon Stage. You’ll...
2023 Mrs. Essex County Laurie Berns
On GroundsEssex Agricultural Society & Topsfield Fair Ambassador, Mrs. Essex County will be on the fairgrounds to greet guests, help with contests and more!
2023 American Honey Queen Selena Rampolla
Beekeeping BuildingStop over and meet the 2023 American Honey Queen, Selena Rampolla, in the Bee Building.
Featured
Sensory Day
On GroundsJoin us for Sensory Day! An opportunity for a more sensory sensitive experience to the Topsfield Fair for families who have family members with autism or sensory processing disorders. For...
Money Pole
Essex County FarmyardIf you're visiting the fair, be sure to check out the Essex County Farmyard! It hosts the Money Pole each day at 12pm, 3pm and 6pm! It's amazing to watch...
Nerveless Nocks
Arena RoadAmong the world’s most respected aerial stunt artists, the Nerveless Nocks, will be performing daily on Arena Road with their sky-high swaypoles, spacewheel and skycycle! You will not want to...
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadIf you’ve never been to a pig race, you’re in for a real treat! They compete for the grand prize, an Oreo cookie! They run as fast as their little...
New England Equine Rescue
Essex County FarmyardThe New England Equine Rescue North has been helping horses and owners in crisis since April 2008. Stop by and listen to their mission as they educate fairgoers of their...
Morrisville Equine College 6-Horse Hitch
On GroundsCatch the Morrisville Equine College 6-Horse Hitch as they parade around the fairgrounds. You won't want to miss their incredible unison and dressings.
Morrisville Equine College 6-Horse Hitch Demonstration
ArenaAfter the Morrisville Equine College 6-Horse Hitch parades around the fairgrounds, come check them out in the Arena as they give a demonstration of their skills.
New England Equine Rescue
Essex County FarmyardThe New England Equine Rescue North has been helping horses and owners in crisis since April 2008. Stop by and listen to their mission as they educate fairgoers of their...
Home Canning Demo with Sandy Rubchinuk
Coolidge HallSandy Rubchinuk, Chairman of the Canning Department, will lead a home canning demonstration in Coolidge Hall.
Livin’ on Luck Band
Picnic AreaThe Livin' On Luck band will return to play their lively acoustic classic rock on the Picnic Area Stage.
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadIf you’ve never been to a pig race, you’re in for a real treat! They compete for the grand prize, an Oreo cookie! They run as fast as their little...
Money Pole
Essex County FarmyardIf you're visiting the fair, be sure to check out the Essex County Farmyard! It hosts the Money Pole each day at 12pm, 3pm and 6pm! It's amazing to watch...
Horse Pulling – 3300 lbs. (12′)
ArenaThe Horse Pulling Contest continues in the Arena with 3300 lbx (12')!
The Reminisants
Trianon StageSpecializing in the music from the 1950’s through the 1990’s and celebrating their 49th year, we’re ready to sing and dance along with The Reminisants in our Trianon Stage. You’ll...
Deputy Boots and a Singing Cowboy
New MeadowsCome to the New Meadows area and listen to the tunes of Deputy Boots and a Singing Cowboy! Join in the fun and sing along!
Nerveless Nocks
Arena RoadAmong the world’s most respected aerial stunt artists, the Nerveless Nocks, will be performing daily on Arena Road with their sky-high swaypoles, spacewheel and skycycle! You will not want to...
Lila Smith & Her Show Pig
Essex County FarmyardCome and see Lila Smith & Her Show Pig, in the Essex County Farmyard!
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadIf you’ve never been to a pig race, you’re in for a real treat! They compete for the grand prize, an Oreo cookie! They run as fast as their little...
Lila Smith & Her Show Pig
Essex County FarmyardCome and see Lila Smith & Her Show Pig, in the Essex County Farmyard!
Money Pole
Essex County FarmyardIf you're visiting the fair, be sure to check out the Essex County Farmyard! It hosts the Money Pole each day at 12pm, 3pm and 6pm! It's amazing to watch...
Nerveless Nocks
Arena RoadAmong the world’s most respected aerial stunt artists, the Nerveless Nocks, will be performing daily on Arena Road with their sky-high swaypoles, spacewheel and skycycle! You will not want to...
Braveheart Beasts with Kaleigh
ArenaJoin Braveheart Beast with Kaleigh in the Arena for educational demos!
Featured
The Boondock Sinners
Picnic AreaPaul Duffy and Donna Landry Duffy, both long-time musicians, Â friends for several years, became husband and wife in 2022. Â In early 2014, they began working together in a collaboration that...
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadIf you’ve never been to a pig race, you’re in for a real treat! They compete for the grand prize, an Oreo cookie! They run as fast as their little...
Featured
Horse Pulling – Three Horse Hitch (under 4900 lbs.) (20′)
ArenaThe last Horse Pulling Contest in the Arena is the Three Horse Hitch (under 4900 lbs.) (20')!
TriTown Rock Band
Trianon StageJoin the TriTown Rock Band for an evening of tunes on the Trianon stage.
Ongoing Events
All Day
Shearing & Spinning Demos
Sheep BarnVisit the Sheep Barn to see shearing and spinning demonstrations. Times vary daily.
Honey for Sale
Beekeeping BuildingPurchase local honey, honey sticks, candles and more in the Beekeeping Building.
Make Your Own Honeycomb Candles
Beekeeping BuildingVisit the Beekeeping Building to roll a beeswax candle to take home!
Cattle on Display
Cattle BarnVisit the cows within the Cattle Barn.
Cow of the Day
Cattle BarnMeet the cow of the day and visit the cows in the Cattle Barn.
Milking Demonstrations
Cattle BarnCheck the Cattle Barn for times for the milking demonstrations that happen throughout the day!
Nellie’s Barn – Interactive Display
Cattle BarnAn interactive cow display in the Cattle Barn.
Pet a Calf
Cattle BarnVisit the Cattle Barn for times to pet a calf!
Arts & Crafts Displays
Coolidge HallVisit Coolidge Hall to see the Fine Arts and Crafts!
Canning Display
Coolidge HallVisit the Canning Display in the kitchen at Coolidge Hall.
Cooking Demonstrations
Coolidge HallCheck times in Coolidge Hall for daily cooking demonstrations.
Fine Art Sales Room
Coolidge HallVisit the Fine Arts Sales Room in Coolidge Hall and purchase local art, note cards and more!
Wine Competition Display
Coolidge HallVisit the Winemaking Display in Coolidge Hall.
Farm Hands / Interactive Educational Experience
Education CenterVisit the Education Education for the Farm Hands display. Children visiting this hands-on experience will be able to plant, grow, pick and sell their own agricultural products in this unique...
Farm Animals to Visit
Essex County FarmyardVisit horses, pigs, goats, sheep and more in the Essex County Farmyard.
Giant Pumpkins Runner-Ups (2nd-5th Place)
Essex County FarmyardCheck out the 2nd-5th place Giant Pumpkins on display in the Essex County Farmyard Tent!
Award Winning Flower Displays
Flower BarnVisit the Flower Building and see local landscaping displays, flower arrangements, and more!
Bonsai Display
Flower BarnCheck out the amateur and professional bonsai display in the Flower Barn.
Garden Club Competition
Flower BarnVisit the Flower Barn and see the local Garden Club Competitions!
Apple Cider Booth
Fruit & Vegetable BarnStop by the Fruit & Vegetable Building for hot or cold apple cider, donuts and apple! Supplied by Brooksby Farm (Peabody, MA).
Coloring Contest Display
Fruit & Vegetable BarnDid you enter our Coloring Contest? Don't miss them all displayed in our Fruit & Vegetable Barn!
Decorated Pumpkins & Veggies
Fruit & Vegetable BarnThe Fruit & Vegetable Building is home to the decorative pumpkins and veggies.
Fruit & Vegetable Competitions and Displays
Fruit & Vegetable BarnCheck out the Fruit & Vegetable Building for competitions, displays and more!
Giant Pumpkin Winner on Display
Fruit & Vegetable BarnDon't miss the Giant Pumpkin in the Fruit & Vegetable Barn!
Vegetable Farm Stand
Fruit & Vegetable BarnWally's Vegetables (Haverhill, MA) has local produce, pickles and more available in the Fruit & Vegetable Building.
4-H Exhibits & Demonstrations
Grange BuildingThe local 4-H students' displays are located in the Grange Building.
Fire Department Display
Grange BuildingVisit the Essex County Fire Association display in the Grange Building.
Model Train Display
Grange BuildingVisit the North East Trains (Peabody, MA) model train display in the Grange Building.
Picnic Tables
Grange RoadHave a seat and take a break on our picnic tables on Grange Road.
1812 Historic Marine Guard
New MeadowsVisit the 1812 Historic Marine Guard in New Meadows.
Apple Cider Press at Barnyard Donuts
New MeadowsVisit and watch a demonstration of peeling and pulling the cider from the apple cider press in New Meadows.
Association of Revolutionary Turners
New MeadowsVisit the Association of Revolutionary Turners in New Meadows.
Barn Workshop
New MeadowsStop over and visit the Barn Workshop in New Meadows for a pottery display.
Christmas Tree Competition & Exhibit
New MeadowsGet a taste of Christmas while visiting the Christmas Tree Competition in New Meadows.
Education Shed
New MeadowsVisit the Education Shed in New Meadows for games, crafts, educational activities and more!
Glass Blower
New MeadowsVisit with a local glassblower to understand this unique art!
Maple Sugar House
New MeadowsLooking to pick up some fresh maple sugar or maple candy? Visit the Maple Sugar House in New Meadows.
Prospect Hill Forge
New MeadowsVisit the blacksmiths at Prospect Hill Forge in New Meadows.
Egg Hatchery
Poultry BarnVisit the Poultry Barn and check out the egg hatchery! You can also hold a baby chick!
Bunny Nursery
Rabbit BarnCheck out newborn bunnies at the Bunny Nursery in the Rabbit Barn.
Cavies on Display
Rabbit BarnVisit the Rabbit Barn to check out the adorable cavies on display!
Rabbits to Pet
Rabbit BarnVisit the Rabbit Barn Information Table and learn more about rabbits and pet one too!
Spinning Display
Rabbit BarnWhile visiting the Rabbit Barn, be sure to check out the spinning display.
Stilt Walker
On GroundsCheck out the Stilt-Walker, who will be on-grounds throughout the day.
Horse Pulling
ArenaVisit the Arena on Sunday and Monday for the Horse Pulling Contests. Times vary on each day.
Moo Mania
On GroundsWatch the hilarious show, Moo Mania, roaming the grounds all week!
4-H Rabbit & Cavy Information Table
Rabbit BarnStop by the Rabbit Barn and visit the 4-H Rabbit & Cavy Information Table to learn more about rabbits and cavies and even pet them!
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