Fryeburg Fair
About this event
The Fryeburg Fair is an agricultural fair in Fryeburg, Maine, at Fryeburg Fairgrounds. The 2026 event takes place Oct 4–11, 2026. It holds a 4.6-star rating from 1,681 Google reviews. Maine's iconic Blue Ribbon Classic and largest agricultural fair, founded in 1851 and drawing more than 300,000 visitors each October. Livestock shows, draft-horse pulls, Woodsmen's Field Day, carnival rides, and fall foliage make it the state's premier fair tradition-Maine has no traditional state fair, and Fryeburg fills that role.
Annual, eight days in early to mid-October
Location & directions
Fryeburg Fairgrounds, 1155 Main St, Fryeburg, ME 04037
Frequently asked questions
When is Fryeburg Fair 2026?
Fryeburg Fair takes place Oct 4–11, 2026 in Fryeburg, Maine. Annual, eight days in early to mid-October
Where is Fryeburg Fair held?
Fryeburg Fair is held in Fryeburg, Maine, at Fryeburg Fairgrounds, 1155 Main St, Fryeburg, ME 04037.
What is Fryeburg Fair?
Maine's iconic Blue Ribbon Classic and largest agricultural fair, founded in 1851 and drawing more than 300,000 visitors each October.
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