What to Know
Held annually in Armada, the Armada Fair is a seven-day August celebration in the heart of Macomb County's farming community, one of metro Detroit's most beloved county fair traditions drawing crowds from throughout southeastern Michigan. Its history stretches back to 1872, placing it among Michigan's oldest agricultural fairs.
On the Midway
Expect livestock judging, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, grandstand entertainment, and the community spirit of the agricultural townships surrounding Michigan's most densely populated county.
Before You Go
Armada is in the rural northern part of Macomb County — just 45 minutes from downtown Detroit, the Armada Fair is a beloved reminder of the farmland that predates suburbia.
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