By the Numbers
The Windsor Fair draws "more than 100,000 to 125,000 visitors every year," according to Fair President Daniel Foster (2025). Running since 1889 (its 137th year in 2025, per Spectrum News), it's one of Maine's largest agricultural fairs.
Source: Spectrum NewsHighlights
Livestock and poultry competitions, championship ox and horse pulls, harness racing, carnival midway, agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, craft vendors, and authentic Maine fair food. The 10-day run spanning Labor Day Weekend accommodates the full range of fair-going schedules.
Windsor Fair Overview
The Windsor Fair, based in Windsor, is a beloved Kennebec County agricultural tradition that bridges late summer and Labor Day Weekend, running from the Saturday before Labor Day through Labor Day Monday. Held at the Windsor Fairgrounds since the 19th century, this 10-day fair is one of Maine's most complete agricultural fair experiences.
Good to Know
Located at 82 Ridge Road in Windsor, about 20 miles east of Augusta in the Kennebec Valley. The fair spans Labor Day Weekend, making it a natural fit for the holiday. Central Maine location provides easy access from Augusta, Waterville, and the mid-coast.
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