By the number of Google reviews — a real measure of how many people show up and weigh in — the most popular fairs and festivals in Vermont are led by Burlington Makers Market in Burlington (621 reviews, 4.7★), Vermont State Fair, and Essex Summer Wednesday Farmers Market. Here are the 12 most-reviewed events across the state.
The most popular fairs & festivals in Vermont
- Burlington Makers Market — Burlington · Dec 5–6 · 4.7★ (621 reviews)
- Vermont State Fair — Rutland · 3.7★ (520 reviews)
- Essex Summer Wednesday Farmers Market — Essex · Jul 8 · 4.2★ (294 reviews)
- Addison County Fair and Field Days — Vergennes · Aug 4–8 · 4.6★ (288 reviews)
- Essex Summer Outdoor Farmers Market — Essex · Jun 24 · 4.7★ (241 reviews)
- Orleans County Fair — Barton · Sep 10–13 · 3.8★ (189 reviews)
- The Hot Air Balloon Festival — Quechee · Jun 19–21 · 4.2★ (187 reviews)
- Caledonia County Fair — Lyndonville · Aug 26–30 · 4.4★ (149 reviews)
- Burlington Wine and Food Festival — Burlington · Jun 27 · 4.6★ (133 reviews)
- Burklyn Summer Craft Fair — Lyndon Center · Jun 27 · 5★ (119 reviews)
- West River Summer Farmers Market — Londonderry · Jun 27 · 4.8★ (93 reviews)
- Essex Farmers Market — Essex · Jun 10 · 4.9★ (85 reviews)
How we rank popularity
We rank by Google review count rather than guesswork. Review volume is the closest public proxy for real attendance and word-of-mouth — the events locals and visitors actually turn out for. Star ratings (shown alongside) measure how much people enjoyed them; the two together give an honest picture most directories can't.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular fair in Vermont?
By Google review count, Burlington Makers Market in Burlington is the most-reviewed, with 621 reviews and a 4.7★ rating.
How are the most popular Vermont festivals ranked?
By number of Google reviews — the best available public proxy for attendance and word-of-mouth — with star ratings shown alongside.
