176th Franklin County Fair

September 4-7, 2025

Franklin County Fair

Franklin County Fair

Family Fun -- All Day and All Night

Franklin County Fair Midway

Franklin County Fair Midway

Stoney Roberts Demolition Derby

Stoney Roberts Demolition Derby

Franklin County Fair Parade

Franklin County Fair Parade

2025 Fair Theme: A Blue Ribbon Affair

Franklin County Fair Roundhouse

Franklin County Fair Roundhouse

2025 Fair Theme: A Blue Ribbon Affair

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Welcoming Winter at the Fairgrounds

Light Up the Fairgrounds and the Franklin County Fesitval of the Trees are collaborating to bring you the first annual Welcoming Winter Wonderland!

Light Up the Fairgrounds will continue to be a drive-through event, and Festival of the Trees will be a walk-through event in the Roundhouse at the end of the drive.

Open Dates:
All dates 5-8pm, weather dependant.

  • Friday, November 29
  • Saturday, November 30
  • Sunday, December 1
  • Friday, December 6
  • Saturday, December 7
  • Sunday, December 8
  • Friday, December 13
  • Saturday, December 14

Click Here to Sign Up a Tree with Festival of the Trees

Click Here to Sign Up a Display for Light Up the Fairgrounds

Exhibitor's Handbook

This is your one stop for information to exhibit in the Roundhouse and Youth Hall, or to enter your Horse, Cow, Chicken, Rabbit, Sheep, or Oxen at the Fair.

The 2024 Exhibitor's Handbook is available below and can be referenced until the new version is available in early Summer 2025.

Download the Exhibitors Handbook

Demolition Derby on Sunday

The Stoney Roberts Demolition Derby is a staple of the Franklin County Fair. Dates for the 2025 show will be released when determined.

Preferred ticket admission into the Grandstand is 5pm
General Admission entry time is 5:15pm

Information regarding car requirements can be found on the Stoney Roberts website.

Midway Rides

The Coleman Brothers Midway returns for family fun and thrills.

Midway Hours:

  • Thursday: Open at 4pm
  • Friday: Open at 4pm
  • Saturday: Open at 12pm
  • Sunday: Open at 12pm

Wristbands to ride all the rides for one price are available every day and go on sale at the hours listed above.

Franklin County Fair at sunset

Franklin County Fair Hours

  • Thursday: Gate opens at 3pm
  • Friday: Gate opens at 3pm
  • Saturday: Gate opens at 8am
  • Sunday: Gate opens at 8am

There is no set closing time for the fair, though generally it's open until at least 9pm on Thursday and Sunday, and at least 10pm on Friday and Saturday. Poor weather may result in an earlier closing time.

Franklin County Fair Gate Admission 2024

  • Adult (18-59): $12
    Opening Night Special: $9
  • Senior (60 +): $9
  • Active Military & Vets (With ID): $9
  • Youth (9-17): $9
  • Age 8 & Under: Free
  • Parking: $10

Franklin County Fair Building Hours

  • Thursday: 3 – 9 p.m.
    (Roundhouse at 5 p.m.)
  • Friday: 3 – 9 p.m.
  • Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
  • Sunday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Buildings include Roundhouse, Youth Hall, Fish & Wildlife, Dole Building, Baby Barnyard, Grandstand, Poultry, and Rabbits.

The Fair Museum, located near the show ring, is open:

  • Thursday: 3 - 8 p.m.
  • Friday: 3 - 8 p.m.
  • Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Sunday: 8 a.m.- 8 p.m.

Public Events

Name Date and Time Location
Light Up the Fairgrounds 2024-11-29 17:00 Friday, November 29, 2024 at 5:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Light Up the Fairgrounds 2024-11-30 17:00 Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 5:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Light Up the Fairgrounds 2024-12-01 17:00 Sunday, December 1, 2024 at 5:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Light Up the Fairgrounds 2024-12-06 17:00 Friday, December 6, 2024 at 5:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Light Up the Fairgrounds 2024-12-07 17:00 Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 5:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Light Up the Fairgrounds 2024-12-08 17:00 Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 5:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Light Up the Fairgrounds 2024-12-13 17:00 Friday, December 13, 2024 at 5:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Light Up the Fairgrounds 2024-12-14 17:00 Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 5:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Extravaganja 2025-04-12 Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-04-25 Friday, April 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-04-26 Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
Greenfield Derby Canine Flyball Tournament 2025-04-27 Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Halberg Hall
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-04-27 Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
Boer Goat Show 2025-05-02 Friday, May 2, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Show Ring
Boer Goat Show 2025-05-03 Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Show Ring
Eurobuilt Spring Show & Shine Car Show 2025-05-03 Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Boer Goat Show 2025-05-04 Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Show Ring
Eurobuilt Spring Show & Shine Car Show 2025-05-04 Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Community Tag Sale, Presented by WHAI/Bear Country 2025-05-10 Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Relay For Life of Franklin County 2025-06-07 Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Green River Music Festival 2025-06-20 Friday, June 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Green River Music Festival 2025-06-21 Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Green River Music Festival 2025-06-22 Sunday, June 22, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
American Pitbull Terrier Club of New England Dog Show 2025-06-27 Friday, June 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Halberg Hall
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-06-27 Friday, June 27, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
American Pitbull Terrier Club of New England Dog Show 2025-06-28 Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Halberg Hall
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-06-28 Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
American Pitbull Terrier Club of New England Dog Show 2025-06-29 Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Halberg Hall
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-06-29 Sunday, June 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
Fourth of July Fire 2025-07-04 Friday, July 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Fourth of July Fire 2025-07-05 Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Big Brothers/Big Sisters .5K 2025-07-17 Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Boer Goat Show 2025-07-18 Friday, July 18, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Show Ring
Boer Goat Show 2025-07-19 Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Show Ring
Circus Smirkus 2025-07-19 Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Boer Goat Show 2025-07-20 Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Show Ring
Circus Smirkus 2025-07-20 Sunday, July 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Antique Motorcycle Club of America: Yankee Chapter Meet 2025-07-25 08:00 Friday, July 25, 2025 at 8:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Antique Motorcycle Club of America: Yankee Chapter Meet 2025-07-26 08:00 Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Pioneer Valley All Breed Dog Show and Obedience Trial 2025-08-01 Friday, August 1, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Pioneer Valley All Breed Dog Show and Obedience Trial 2025-08-02 Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Pioneer Valley All Breed Dog Show and Obedience Trial 2025-08-03 Sunday, August 3, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
SoulFest 2025-08-14 Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
SoulFest 2025-08-15 Friday, August 15, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
SoulFest 2025-08-16 Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Franklin County Fair 2025-09-04 15:00 Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Franklin County Fair 2025-09-05 15:00 Friday, September 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Franklin County Fair 2025-09-06 08:00 Saturday, September 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Franklin County Fair 2025-09-07 08:00 Sunday, September 7, 2025 at 8:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Northern Fall Classic Dairy Goat Show 2025-09-13 Saturday, September 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds Show Ring
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-09-19 Friday, September 19, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-09-20 Saturday, September 20, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
PAWS - USDAA New England Regional Agility Trial 2025-09-21 Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
Franklin County Food Festival 2025-10-18 Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds
Face to Face Dog Sports 2025-10-23 Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
Face to Face Dog Sports 2025-10-24 Friday, October 24, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
Face to Face Dog Sports 2025-10-25 Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area
Face to Face Dog Sports 2025-10-26 Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 12:00 AM Franklin County Fairgrounds - Infield Area