fairs

Published
September 2, 2024

Young farmers lead the next generation at the Windsor Fair

The 10-day Windsor Fair ended on Monday with a steer auction put on by the newest generation of farmers.
Published
July 16, 2024

Westport Island Community Fair features crafts and fine art
Published
July 7, 2024

Union Fair opens with celebrations of agriculture, blueberries

Admission to the Union Fair/Maine's Wild Blueberry Festival in Union is free through Tuesday before the midway opens Wednesday.
Published
June 23, 2024

Pittston Fair wraps up annual festivities after rainy weekend

A Pittston Fair Association official estimated Sunday that 1,500 people attended the 3-day fair. A weekend in a typical year, without 'crazy rain,' would draw up to 3,000.
Published
September 23, 2023

Hundreds ride passenger trains to Common Ground Country Fair

The Belfast and Moosehead Lake railroad runs two trains to and from the fair, one from Thorndike and the other from Unity.

Published
September 27, 2021

Thousands turn out for fresh air, fun at the Cumberland Fair, despite COVID

Fairgoers are reveling in their favorite events after a year off because of the pandemic.
Published
August 10, 2021

Fairs and festivals go on with few restrictions, but organizers are ready to change on the fly

Organizers of Maine's seasonal fairs and festivals are watching COVID cases and guidance closely.
Published
June 21, 2021

Monmouth Fair to be first in state after 2020 lockdown

The 2021 Monmouth Fair will feature four days of events, rides and activities, starting Wednesday.
Published
April 11, 2021

Maine’s fairs, and some festivals, plan to return this summer and fall

By making adjustments and preparing to pivot, many organizers of the outdoor events believe they can safely resume the traditions this year.
Published
October 23, 2020

Catholic churches get creative with Christmas fairs under COVID