Draft Horse Farm Day
Come to the Arena and watch the demonstrations.
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Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
The Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs are back! They’ll be performing every day and racing for their prize, an Oreo cookie! Don’t miss their daily performances, they put on...
The Music Man
Come and listen to The Music Man as he performs children's classics on our Picnic Area Stage. Children can join him on stage and dance along to the tunes!
Money Pole
If 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...
Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show
The Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show is bringing high-energy entertainment to the Arena Road Thrill Area! Watch skilled lumberjacks compete in thrilling events like log rolling, wood chopping, crosscut sawing, axe throwing, and the crowd-favorite dragster chainsaw competition. Catch this action-packed show all week long—you won't want to miss it!
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
The Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs are back! They’ll be performing every day and racing for their prize, an Oreo cookie! Don’t miss their daily performances, they put on...
Maxwell Station 6-Horse Hitch
The Maxwell Station 6-Horse Hitch, owned by Dusty and Becca Bezek of Caledonia, NY, features a stunning team of Belgian Draft Horses, primarily geldings with the occasional mare. This impressive...
Maxwell Station 6-Horse Hitch Demonstration
The Maxwell Station 6-Horse Hitch, owned by Dusty and Becca Bezek of Caledonia, NY, features a stunning team of Belgian Draft Horses, primarily geldings with the occasional mare. This impressive...
Stephen Savio
Singing country, Elvis and the classics, Stephen Savio will be on the Picnic Area Stage.
Tom O’Carroll
Visit the New Meadows stage and hear Tom O'Carroll as he sings Irish & American Folk Music.
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
The Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs are back! They’ll be performing every day and racing for their prize, an Oreo cookie! Don’t miss their daily performances, they put on...
Money Pole
If 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...
Home Canning Demo with Sandy Rubchinuk
Sandy Rubchinuk, Chairman of the Canning Department, will lead a home canning demonstration in Coolidge Hall.
Painted Pony Championship Rodeo
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Arena
The Arena performances wouldn’t be complete without the Painted Pony Championship Rodeo! Catch the action on Wednesday, October 7 or Thursday, October 8 at 3 PM and 7 PM. This New York-based rodeo has been thrilling audiences weekly since 1953, showcasing the excitement of bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, team roping, steer wrestling,...
Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show
The Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show is bringing high-energy entertainment to the Arena Road Thrill Area! Watch skilled lumberjacks compete in thrilling events like log rolling, wood chopping, crosscut sawing, axe throwing, and the crowd-favorite dragster chainsaw competition. Catch this action-packed show all week long—you won't want to miss it!
Colorado Bob
Colorado Bob is a seasoned performer and multi-instrumentalist whose love for the Delta and Piedmont styles resonates through his energetic playing and his rootsy singing. They perform using a variety...
Topsfield Fair Parade
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On Grounds
You won't want to miss the Topsfield Fair Parade as it travels on-grounds! Check out floats from our departments and local community groups and grab some beads! Are you a...
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
The Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs are back! They’ll be performing every day and racing for their prize, an Oreo cookie! Don’t miss their daily performances, they put on...
Grumpy Old Men Cooking Demo
Join the "Grumpy Old Men Cooking," Paul Valcour & George Pacheco, for a cooking demo in Coolidge Hall. Come for the knowledge, stay for the entertainment!
Myopia Driving
Stop over at the Arena and check out Myopia Driving!
Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show
The Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show is bringing high-energy entertainment to the Arena Road Thrill Area! Watch skilled lumberjacks compete in thrilling events like log rolling, wood chopping, crosscut sawing, axe throwing, and the crowd-favorite dragster chainsaw competition. Catch this action-packed show all week long—you won't want to miss it!
Money Pole
If 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...
Art Grossman
Art is an acoustic guitarist and singer of folk tunes covers - think Simon and Garfunkel, Gordon Lightfoot, John Prine, John Denver, Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell, oldies, etc. Join him...
Darien Castro
Listen to Darien Castro to perform her music on the Picnic Area stage.
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
The Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs are back! They’ll be performing every day and racing for their prize, an Oreo cookie! Don’t miss their daily performances, they put on...
Painted Pony Championship Rodeo
The Arena performances wouldn’t be complete without the Painted Pony Championship Rodeo! Catch the action on Wednesday, October 7 or Thursday, October 8 at 3 PM and 7 PM. This New York-based rodeo has been thrilling audiences weekly since 1953, showcasing the excitement of bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, team roping, steer wrestling,...
Ongoing Events
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Honey for Sale
Purchase local honey, honey sticks, candles and more in the Beekeeping Building.
Make Your Own Honeycomb Candles
Visit the Beekeeping Building to roll a beeswax candle to take home!
Cattle on Display
Visit the cows within the Cattle Barn.
Cow of the Day
Meet the cow of the day and visit the cows in the Cattle Barn.
Milking Demonstrations
Check the Cattle Barn for times for the milking demonstrations that happen throughout the day!
Nellie’s Barn – Interactive Display
An interactive cow display in the Cattle Barn.
Pet a Calf
Visit the Cattle Barn for times to pet a calf!
Arts & Crafts Displays
Visit Coolidge Hall to see the Fine Arts and Crafts!
Canning Display
Visit the Canning Display in the kitchen at Coolidge Hall.
Cooking Demonstrations
Check times in Coolidge Hall for daily cooking demonstrations.
Fine Art Sales Room
Visit the Fine Arts Sales Room in Coolidge Hall and purchase local art and more!
Wine Competition Display
Visit the Winemaking Competition Display in Coolidge Hall.
Farm Hands / Interactive Educational Experience
Visit 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
Visit horses, pigs, goats, sheep and more in the Essex County Farmyard.
Giant Pumpkins Runner-Ups (2nd-5th Place)
Check out the 2nd-5th place Giant Pumpkins on display in the Essex County Farmyard Tent!
Award Winning Flower Displays
Visit the Flower Building and see local landscaping displays, flower arrangements, and more!
Bonsai Display
Check out the amateur and professional bonsai display in the Flower Barn.
Garden Club Competition
Visit the Flower Barn and see the local Garden Club Competitions!
Apple Cider Booth
Stop by the Fruit & Vegetable Building for hot or cold apple cider, donuts and apple! Supplied by Brooksby Farm (Peabody, MA).
Coloring Contest Display
Did you enter our Coloring Contest? They are on display in the Education Center!
Decorated Pumpkins & Veggies
The Fruit & Vegetable Building is home to the decorative pumpkins and veggies.
Fruit & Vegetable Competitions and Displays
Check out the Fruit & Vegetable Building for competitions, displays and more!
Giant Pumpkin Winner on Display
Don't miss the Giant Pumpkin in the Fruit & Vegetable Barn!
Vegetable Farm Stand
Wally's Vegetables (Haverhill, MA) has local produce, pickles and more available in the Fruit & Vegetable Building.
4-H Exhibits & Demonstrations
The local 4-H students' displays are located in the Grange Building.
Fire Department Display
Visit the Essex County Fire Association display in the Grange Building.
Model Train Display
Visit the North East Trains (Peabody, MA) model train display in the Grange Building.
Picnic Tables
Have a seat and take a break on our picnic tables on Grange Road.
Apple Cider Press at Barnyard Donuts
Visit and watch a demonstration of peeling and pulling the cider from the apple cider press in New Meadows.
Association of Revolutionary Turners
Visit the Association of Revolutionary Turners in New Meadows.
Barn Workshop
Stop over and visit the Barn Workshop in New Meadows for a pottery display.
Christmas Tree Competition & Exhibit
Get a taste of Christmas while visiting the Christmas Tree Competition in New Meadows.
Education Shed
Visit the Education Shed in New Meadows for games, crafts, educational activities and more!
Maple Sugar House
Looking to pick up some fresh maple sugar or maple candy? Visit the Maple Sugar House in New Meadows.
Prospect Hill Forge
Visit the blacksmiths at Prospect Hill Forge in New Meadows.
Egg Hatchery
Visit the Poultry Barn and check out the egg hatchery! You can also hold a baby chick!
Bunny Nursery
Check out newborn bunnies at the Bunny Nursery in the Rabbit Barn.
Cavies on Display
Visit the Rabbit Barn to check out the adorable cavies on display!
Rabbits to Pet
Visit the Rabbit Barn Information Table and learn more about rabbits and pet one too!
Rabbit Fiber Spinning & Loom Demonstrations
While visiting the Rabbit Barn, be sure to check out the spinning display.
Vendors on Display
Visit the Trade Center building for various vendors that include jewelry, home items, clothing and more!
Calvo Wood Carving School
Visit David Calvo from Calvo Wood Carving School over in New Meadows. David has been a featured guest on PBS TV Shows "The WoodWright's Shop" with Roy Underhill and "The...
Farm Photography Display
The Farm Photography Display is located within the Grange Building. Visit the exhibit to see what local artists have displayed.
Mrs. Essex County Clarice Mensale
Visit with 2026 Mrs. Essex County Clarice Mensale! She'll be on-grounds all week!
Historic Agricultural Equipment
Step back in time and explore some of the best historic agricultural equipment on display in our museum. Be sure to stop by and check it out!
Stilt Walker
Check out the Stilt-Walker, who will be on-grounds throughout the day.
4-H/ECRCBA Rabbit & Cavy Information Table
Visit the 4-H/ECRCBA Rabbit & Cavy Information Table for more information on rabbits and cavies.
Essex North Shore – Agricultural & Technical School Demonstrations
Visit with Essex North Shore – Agricultural & Technical School students for various demonstrations throughout the day in the Sheep Barn.