About Franklin County Fair
The Franklin County Fair in Greenfield celebrates western Massachusetts' most rural county — the Connecticut River valley's Franklin County is known for its Pioneer Valley farms, tobacco shade production, and vibrant locavore food community centered on Deerfield and the Five College area. Founded in 1848, it stands as one of Massachusetts's most enduring agricultural fair traditions. The fair is one of the oldest in Massachusetts.
What to Expect
Expect livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, local food vendors highlighting the Pioneer Valley's farm-to-table culture, carnival rides, and a well-organized fair drawing from the Five College community and Franklin County's farming families.
Visitor Tips
Greenfield is the county seat of Massachusetts' most rural county. The Historic Deerfield — a remarkably preserved colonial village — and the Poet's Seat nature reserve overlooking the Connecticut River valley are major area attractions, and the county's craft brewery and farm-to-table restaurant scene is one of the best in western New England.
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