Draft Horse Show
ArenaCome and watch the Draft Horse Show in the Arena.
October 4 - 14, 2024
Daily Program
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Church Services – St. Rose of Lima Church
Education CenterThe St. Rose of Lima Church will host services in the Education Center.
Braveheart Beasts with Kaleigh
Essex County FarmyardJoin Braveheart Beast with Kaleigh in the Essex County Farmyard for educational demos!
Church Services – First Church of Boxford
Trianon StageThe First Church of Boxford will host services on the Trianon Stage.
Julie Dougherty
Picnic AreaEnjoy the musical talent of Julie Dougherty on our Picnic Area stage.
ADGA Open Senior & Junior Doe Show Starts
Show TentIn the Show Tent, the ADGA Open Senior & Junior Doe Show takes place all day.
Pamela Roberts, Folk Harpist
Flower BarnVisit the Folk Harpist, Pamela Roberts, in the Flower Barn.
Draft Horse Show
ArenaCheck out the Draft Horse Show in the Arena.
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!
2024 Essex County Honey Ambassador – Abbie McKie
Beekeeping BuildingMeet with the 2024 Essex County Honey Ambassador, Abbie McKie, in the Beekeeping Building.
2024 Mrs. Essex County Lori Burke
On GroundsVisit with the 2024 Mrs. Essex County Lori Burke as she will be on-grounds everyday!
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
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 – Artist and Sculptor
Trianon AreaArtist and sculptor, Paul Dever, from Boston MA will be in the Trianon Stage area on Saturday, October 12th thru Monday, October 14th from 11AM - 6PM. He was the...
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...
One Moe Time
Trianon StagePlaying tunes from the 60's to today, join One Moe Time on the Trianon Stage.
Tom O’Carroll
Picnic AreaVisit the Picnic Area stage and hear Tom O'Carroll as he sings Irish & American Folk Music.
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
Featured
Mrs. Essex County Pageant
Coolidge HallThe Mrs. Essex County Pageant takes place in Coolidge Hall. Come and watch as the new winner is crowned, as they become the Essex Agricultural Ambassador for the new year!
Braveheart Beasts with Kaleigh
Essex County FarmyardJoin Braveheart Beast with Kaleigh in the Essex County Farmyard for educational demos!
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...
Featured
The Flying Wallendas
GrandstandTheir daredevil stunts and high-wire acts are never for the faint of heart, but The Flying Wallendas are always a thrilling show for the whole family! They will be in...
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
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...
Draft Horse Show
ArenaCheck out the Draft Horse Show in the Arena.
Sarah Pontone
Picnic AreaListen to Sarah Pontone perform pop & country tunes on the Picnic Area stage.
Darien Castro Music
New MeadowsListen to Darien Castro to perform her music on the New Meadows Area stage.
Renee and the Renegades
Trianon StageListen to the tunes of Renee and the Renegades on the Trianon Stage.
Blacksmith Demonstration: Forging an Iron Dragon Head
New MeadowsVisit the Blacksmith Booth over in New Meadows for a demonstration, forging an iron dragon head!
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
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...
Featured
Draft Horse Show – Supreme 6-Horse Hitch – All Breeds
ArenaThe Draft Horse Show continues with the Supreme 6-Horse Hitch in the Arena.
Alan Foucault Solo Acoustic
New MeadowsEnjoy the acoustic sounds of Alan Foucault on our New Meadows stage.
The Black Hat Project
Picnic AreaThe Black Hat Project will be playing acoustic country rock over on the Picnic Area stage.
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
The Flying Wallendas
GrandstandTheir daredevil stunts and high-wire acts are never for the faint of heart, but The Flying Wallendas are always a thrilling show for the whole family! They will be in...
The Midtown Horns
Trianon StageExperience The Midtown Horns over on the Trianon Stage.
Braveheart Beasts with Kaleigh
ArenaJoin Braveheart Beast with Kaleigh in the Arena for educational demos!
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
Education CenterDid you enter our Coloring Contest? They are on display in the Education Center!
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!
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.
Vendors on Display
Trade CenterVisit the Trade Center building for various vendors that include jewelry, home items, clothing and more!
Pre-Historic Dinosaur Adventures, Mobile Museum
Arena RoadPre-Historic Dinosaur Adventures brings together an unique mobile, prehistoric walk-thru dinosaur museum and thrilling up-close encounter with the king of dinosaurs, "Tyrannosaurus Rex"!
Calvo Wood Carving School
New MeadowsVisit 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...
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!
Living Pirates
On GroundsCheck out the roaming Living Pirates as they perform throughout the day around the fairgrounds.
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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