Draft Horse Show – All Breeds
ArenaIn the Arena
Sept. 29 - Oct. 9, 2023
Daily Program
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Braveheart Beasts with Kaleigh
Essex County FarmyardJoin Braveheart Beast with Kaleigh in the Essex County Farmyard for educational demos!
Julie Dukas Duo
Picnic AreaEnjoy the musical tunes of Julie Dukas Duo on the Picnic Area stage.
Northshore Swing Dance
Trianon StageCome and dance along with Northshore Swing Dance group on the Trianon stage.
ADGA Open Junior Doe Show Starts
Show TentVisit the Show Tent and watch the ADGA Open Junior Doe Show!
Pamela Roberts, Folk Harpist
Flower BarnVisit the Folk Harpist, Pamela Roberts, in the Flower Barn.
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!
2023 Essex County Honey Ambassador – Abbie McKie
Beekeeping BuildingStop over and meet the 2023 Essex County Honey Ambassador, Abbie McKie, in the Bee Building.
Wood Carver/Chainsaw Artist
Cattle RoadVisit with the wood carver and chainsaw artist on Cattle Road.
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...
Hay Tossing Contest
Essex County FarmyardDo you have what it takes to move a hay bale? Visit the Hay Tossing Contest in the Essex County Farmyard!
Paul Dever, LIVE Pumpkin Carver
Trianon AreaCheck out LIVE Pumpkin Carver, Paul Dever, in the Trianon Area. He's a world renowned pumpkin sculptor and champion of Food Network's Outrageous Pumpkins, plus the judge of season 3!
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.
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...
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.
Tom O’Carroll
Picnic AreaVisit the Picnic Area stage and hear Tom O'Carroll as he sings Irish & American Folk Music.
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...
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...
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...
State Police K–9 Unit
Education CenterThe State Police K-9 Unit will be doing a demonstration in the Essex County Farmyard.
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...
Featured
Flying Wallendas
GrandstandIf you haven’t seen a performance by The Flying Wallendas, then you are surely missing out! Their daredevil stunts and high-wire acts are not for the faint of heart! We’re...
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...
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...
Featured
Double Figure “8” Race
ArenaThese two events are unlike any other and shouldn’t be missed! The Figure “8” Race averages speeds of 5 and 15 miles an hour and has cars fighting to win...
Glorybound
New MeadowsListen to Glorybound on the New Meadows stage!
The Zacklys
Picnic AreaJoin The Zacklys on the Picnic Area Stage for tunes from the 50s, 60s and 70s!
State Police K–9 Unit
Education CenterThe State Police K-9 Unit will be doing a demonstration in the Essex County Farmyard.
Dave Sammarco Band
Trianon StageCome and listen to the Dave Sammarco Band on the Trianon Stage. They have an age old sound that they brought to the present with a passionate energy. He's got...
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...
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...
Flower Auction
Flower BarnThe Flower Building is hosting the Flower Auction.
Featured
Demolition Derby
ArenaThese two events are unlike any other and shouldn’t be missed! The Figure “8” Race averages speeds of 5 and 15 miles an hour and has cars fighting to win...
The Flying Wallendas
GrandstandIf you haven’t seen a performance by The Flying Wallendas, then you are surely missing out! Their daredevil stunts and high-wire acts are not for the faint of heart! We’re...
Ongoing Events
All Day
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.
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!
ADGA Open Senior & Junior Doe Shows
Show TentThe ADGA Open Senior & Junior Doe Shows will be in the Show Tent on Sunday and Monday!
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