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Typical Month
September
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Duration
4 days
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Size
large
About Durham Fair
The Durham Fair is Connecticut's largest agricultural fair by attendance, drawing over 150,000 visitors each year during the last full weekend of September. Organized by the Durham Agricultural Society, this four-day fair has been a Connecticut institution for over a century, showcasing the best of New England agriculture and rural tradition.
What to Expect
Champion livestock competitions, horse and oxen pulling, carnival midway, live entertainment, 4-H and agricultural exhibits, commercial vendors, craft fair, diverse food options, and special attraction events. The fair is legendary in Connecticut for its size, quality, and authenticity.
Visitor Tips
The Durham Fair always falls on the last full weekend in September. Parking is available but lots fill quickly on Saturday — arriving early is essential. The fairgrounds are in Durham, easily accessible from I-91. Online ticket purchase is recommended to skip gate lines.
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