County Fair Guide

Addison County Fair & Field Days

New Haven, Vermont

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2026 Dates

August 4–8, 2026

Duration

5 days

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Size

medium

What Sets It Apart

Addison County Fair & Field Days drew about 19,000 visitors in 2016, down from a record 29,000 in 2015, according to Board President Jim Foster, who cited weather for the decline. Billed as the oldest fair in Vermont.

Source: Lancaster Farming

A Closer Look

Held annually in New Haven, the Addison County Fair & Field Days is Vermont's largest agricultural fair, drawing visitors from across the state for five days of world-class draft horse competitions, dairy cattle shows, and Vermont farm culture.

Fair Highlights

Expect champion dairy cattle and draft horse competitions, 4-H exhibits, tractor pulls, a large midway, local food vendors, and the quintessential Vermont agricultural fair experience.

Planning Your Visit

The draft horse pulling competition is legendary — arrive early for the best viewing. The fair draws huge crowds on weekends so consider visiting midweek.

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