County Fair Guide

Sandwich Fair

Sandwich, New Hampshire

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2026 Dates

October 10–12, 2026

Duration

3 days

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Size

medium

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Founded

Since 1870

Worth Knowing

The Sandwich Fair drew 30,312 paid visitors over Columbus Day weekend 2024, according to Fair President Bryan Peaslee: "We always shoot for 30,000, so I am very happy." Running since 1870.

Source: Conway Daily Sun

What to Know

The Sandwich Fair is one of New Hampshire's most beloved and traditional agricultural fairs, a three-day Columbus Day weekend celebration in a classic White Mountain village since 1870. Dating to 1870, it ranks among New Hampshire's oldest agricultural fairs.

Before You Go

Sandwich is one of the most charming villages in New England — the fair has been held here since 1870 and the historic village, Squam Lake, and White Mountain foothills make it extraordinary.

On the Midway

Expect livestock judging, ox pulls, 4-H competitions, local food vendors, craft exhibits, and the quintessential early-October New Hampshire fair atmosphere in one of the state's most picturesque villages.

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