UPCOMING FAIRS:
Calvert County Fair
Sept. 28 – Oct. 2 2011
Learn about the rich legacy of rural and agricultural America; exhibits, entertainment, food, rides, farm animals.
Calvert County Fairgrounds, Barstow
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RECENT EVENTS:
Talbot County Fair
July 13-16, 2011
Livestock Shows, Local Entertainment, Contests, Amusement Rides, Good Food and more!!
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Allegany County Fair and Ag Expo
July 16-23, 2011
Fair events include Royal American Circus, pig races and petting zoo, model railroad display and hang gliders.
County fairgrounds
Cumberland
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The Kent County Fair
July 21-23, 2011
A traditional county fair featuring great food, 4-H and community exhibits, animals, tractors, games and entertainment. The focus of the fair is agricultural education and providing educational opportunities for county youth. The greased pig contest, bull-riding and the 4-H livestock and cake auctions are popular fair events. Each evening features different foods including a fish fry and pit beef on Thursday, pork bbq on Friday and chicken bbq on Saturday. Plan a great escape right in your own back yard!
Tolchester, Kent County, Eastern Shore
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Montgomery County Farm Tour and Harvest Sale
July 23-24, 2011
This year, the event coincides with the Buy Local Challenge which encourages people to eat locally grown food. The Farm Tour provides people with an opportunity to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, flowers, plants and other local products. Several farms have hayrides, pony rides, music, demonstrations and other fun and educational activities for all ages. It's an educational experience and a great family day outing.
County-wide
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Washington County Ag Expo
July 23-30, 2011
Come enjoy the excitement and entertainment of the 2010 Washington County Maryland's Ag Expo and Fair. This year's nightly events boasts Bull Riding, Demolition Durby, Horse Pull, Tractor/Truck Pulls, Modified Mini Rod Pull, Classic Car Show, Chainsaw Carving, Dog & Pig Races, a Giant Sundae Giveaway and local musical entertainment by Fertile Soil and Ernie Bradlely & Grassy Ridge.
Agricultural Education Center
Sharpsburg
Washington County
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Cecil County Fair
July 22-30, 2011
Masters of the Chainsaw - a limited group of the nation’s top professional chainsaw sculptors,
K9's in Flight - featuring up to 6 world class K9 Atheletes, Hogway Speedway - specially bred and trained fleet footed racing pigs, Rodeo, Barrel Racing and Bull Riding ...plus music, food and more entertainment!
Fair Hill
Cecil County
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Harford County Farm Fair
July 28 - Aug. 1, 2011
Attend and enjoy the 24th Annual Farm Fair and celebrate with us the outstanding achievements of the agricultural community.
Equestian Center
Bel Air
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Somerset County Fair
July 25-31, 2011
Civic Center/Princess Anne. Exhibits, animals & judging, food, crafts, contests, kids' activities. ADA. Somerset County Extension Office 410-651-1350
Civic Center
Princess Anne
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Carroll County 4-H and FFA Fair
July 30-Aug. 5, 2011
This year we will be celebrating our 113th year where we are known for a traditional Country Fair experience. We are proud of our exhibitors, entertainment, animal shows, food, and, exhibits.
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Great Pocomoke Fair
August 3-6, 2011
The Great Pocomoke Fair returns with truck and tractor pulls, talent show competition, livestock activities, childrens games, rides, and much more. Plus, new to this year's fair the Eastern Shore Lawnmower Racing Championships!
Pocomoke Fairgrounds
Pocomoke City, Worcester County
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The Caroline-Dorchester County Fair
August 3-6 2011
The Caroline-Dorchester County Fair offers fun for the whole family, including the Dress a Goat Contest, the Greased Pig Contest, amusement rides, pet shows, live entertainment, food, and much more! The Fair serves as a showcase for agricultural life, a means to educate children about the importance of the profession of farming, including the handling of animals from birth to market, the growth, preparation and preservation of food and the creativity of home arts skills. $2 for adults/ Free for children under 13.
4H Park, Detour Rd
Denton Caroline County
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Howard County Fair
August 6-13, 2011
Livestock shows, commercial exhibits, petting farm, rides, horse shows, entertainment, home arts, horse and tractor pulls.
Fairgrounds
West Friendship
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Queen Anne's County Fair
August 8-13, 2011
Check out the 4-H Park with a full slate of action including a corn hole contest, goose and duck calling contests, a goat show, truck pull, and rodeo, and evening musical performances.
Centreville, Queen Anne's County
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Worcester County Fair
August 12-14, 2011
Are you interested in a traditional country fair in a picturesque setting? Then the Worcester County Fair is for you! Located in Byrd Park in the heart of Snow Hill, MD, the Worcester County Fair is fun for the whole family. We are offering a variety of activities and entertainment, as well as hosting various craft, education, and food vendors that will stimulate the imagination and please the senses. Admission is free!
Byrd Park
Snow Hill
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Montgomery County Agricultural Fair
August 12-20, 2011
The largest agricultural county fair in Maryland! The 62st Annual Fair will include the Battle of the Beast Rodeo, Monster Truck Madness, Demolition Derby, a larger variety of commercial and craft exhibits, a milking parlor and birthing center, new concessions with exciting menus and of course new Moovies in Community Square and more. Don't miss it!
Montgomery County Fairgrounds
Gaithersburg, Montgomery County
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Garrett County Agriculture Fair
August 13 - 20, 2011
2011 marks the 55th consecutive year that the Garrett County Agriculture Fair has provided citizens of Garrett County an opportunity to showcase exhibits, and visitors to the Fair and Garrett County an opportunity experience a relaxed, entertaining and family oriented time together.
Garrett County
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Wicomico Farm & Home Show
August 18-20, 2011
"A Country Fair for all time" - Animal shows, music, sports demonstrations, Children’s Activities and Games and much more!
Wicomico County
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The Maryland State Fair
August 26-September 5, 2011
The Maryland State Fair, named one of the top 50 fairs in North America, is one event you don't want to miss. This year's 11-day festival will feature swifty swine racing pigs, live thoroughbred horseracing, bull riding and barrell racing, concerts, agricultural fair tours, games, rides and more.
The Maryland State Fair has been a late summer tradition since 1878, and locals affectionaly refer to it as "The 11 Best Days of Summer." As always, never a dull moment at this year's Maryland State Fair! Here's a taste of the great variety of entertainment for fairgoers:
- The 1st Annual Jousting Tournament at the MD State Fair
- Masters of the Chainsaw
- 4-H Costumed Animal Contest
- The Antique/Classic Vehicle Show
Located on the Maryland State Fairgrounds
Timonium, Baltimore County
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Prince George's County Fair
September 8-11, 2011
The oldest fair in the state! Everyone is welcome to get into the fun and festivites. There are plenty of things to see and just as many things to do. The 2011 County Fair is happy to announce that we are having BULL RIDING and BARREL RACING this year. The "Twisted "K" Ranch & Rodeo" will be held inside the Show Place Arena and, even better, there will be NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE for general seating for the competition and show. Your regular paid admisson to the County Fair will allow you into the Arena. For more information, see the BULL RIDING page.
Upper Marlboro, Prince George's County
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Anne Arundel County Fair
Sept. 14-18, 2011
Farm animals, exhibits, contests, carnival midway, entertainment, family atmosphere, agriculture education, 4-H exhibits and auction.
Crownsville, Anne Arundel County
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Charles County Fair
September 15-18, 2011
The 86th Annual Charles County Fair celebrates Charles County's long agricultural heritage and history. Located on 30 acres south of La Plata, the fair features farm animals, displays, demonstrations, food, entertainment and activities for all ages.
Charles County Fair Grounds
La Plata, Charles County
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Great Frederick Fair
September 16-24, 2011
The Great Frederick Fair offers something for everyone! This year's fair will feature horse pull, 4-H King/Queen contest, Carnival midway, Potato Sack races, Pony racing, jousting exhibition, rides and much more. Entertainment includes performances by Blake Shelton, Billy Ray Cyrus, Brenda Lee and Larry Gatlin & the Gatlin Brothers to name a few. Tickets on sale now!
Great Frederick Fair Fairgrounds
Frederick, Frederick County
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St. Mary's County Fair
September 22-25, 2011
The St. Mary’s County Fair has grown into annual 4-day agriculturally oriented event with an attendance of 50,000. The County Fair's mission is to improve agriculture, increase public awareness of the agricultural community in our area, and education of the general populace on agricultural and home arts skills. In a more practical view, the Fair offers the public a chance to see a cow up close, eat candy cotton, learn about 4-H livestock projects, ride a Ferris wheel, listen to gospel music, feel the pride of wining a blue ribbon on a chocolate cake and learn the best technique for canning grape jelly.
St. Mary's County Fairgrounds
Leonardtown, Southern Maryland
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