By the Numbers
Vermont's official state fair drew an estimated 40,000-50,000 visitors in 2021, up about 10% in 2022, according to Fair President Robert Congdon Jr. Running since 1846, with only wartime and COVID-era gaps in its history.
Source: Mountain TimesHighlights
Visitors can look forward to livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, grandstand entertainment, local Vermont food and craft vendors, and the full spectrum of state fair activities.
Vermont State Fair Overview
Rutland is home to the Vermont State Fair, which is the state's premier annual agricultural celebration, drawing visitors from across New England for five days of livestock competition, entertainment, and Vermont tradition. The fair traces back to 1846, making it one of Vermont's longest-running agricultural traditions.
Good to Know
Rutland is Vermont's second-largest city with good amenities — the fair is easily combined with a visit to Killington or a drive through the Green Mountains.
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