Crisp Autumn Days Greet Fair Goers and Lake Lovers in Fryeburg, Maine

by Leigh Macmillen Hayes
Tradition. Education. Fun. It’s all part of the Fryeburg Fair. And lakefront property owners in the Sebago Lakes Region of Maine know that this Blue Ribbon Classic only happens eight days a year.

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The gates will open on Sunday, September 28th at 7 a.m. for the 164th year of the largest agricultural fair in Maine. General admission is $10 every day and includes the night shows. Children under 12 years old are always free. And on Tuesdays, there is no charge for anyone age 65 and over. Gates open at 7 a.m. and the buildings are open from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Harness racing occurs at 1:30 from Tuesday through Sunday.
Among the highlights for each day are these events:
Sunday–Firemen’s Muster, Sheepdog Trials, Fleece and Fiber Show
Monday–Woodsmen’s Day, Skillet Throw, Whoopie Pie Contest
Tuesday–Sheep Show, Wreath-making Demonstration, Harness Racing
Wednesday–Ox Pulling, Two-crusted Apple Pie Contest, Open Pig Scramble
Thursday–Draft Horse and Pony Show, Candy Contest, Horse Pulling
Friday–Cafe Scramble, 4-H Auctions, Decorated Cake Contest
Saturday–Grand Parade, 4-H Shows, Flower Show
Sunday–Church Service, Scooting Contest, 4WD Pull
The week is filled with entertainment from strolling musicians to brass bands and wandering minstrels. Main stage entertainment includes the Denny Breau Band, Love & Theft, Anatro, The Swon Brothers, Leah Turner, and Michael Delguidice & Big Shot. There is no extra charge for these night shows, which begin at 8 p.m. Thursday night’s show will be topped off with a fireworks display at 9pm.

Midway rides provide fun for the young and young at heart. With about fifty rides, plus games to test your skill and strength, there’s plenty of lights and music. Unlimited ride wristbands are available from 2-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and the final Sunday for $20. Kiddie Land bracelets are $15 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m on opening Sunday and $12 from 11 a.m.-5 p.m on Monday.
And then there’s the fair food. What’s your favorite indulgence? Fried dough, ice cream, burgers, blooming onions, pizza, sausage sandwiches, turkey dinner? You’ll find all of this and plenty more at the Fair.

Vendors offer everything under the sun. Some folks get their Christmas shopping done at the Fair. Others find just the right novelty item for their lakefront home.
Authentic, old-fashioned family fun awaits at the Fryeburg Fair. Bring your family and make memories together.
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