Durham Fair

08/30/2026

Only at the Durham Fair… 😂

One minute you’re cheering for a bunny to HOP. 🐰
The next, you’re cheering for a cow to PLOP. 🐄💩

Yes, Bunny Hops AND Cow Plop Bingo are on the Fair agenda.

We don’t judge your entertainment choices around here. 😏

So… which are you watching first?

🐰 HOP or 🐄 PLOP? 👇

08/29/2026

Every fairgoer has a type. Some of you sprint straight for the food. Some of you spend forty minutes debating the zucchini judging. No judgment — okay, a little judgment.

Six breeds. Six personalities. One of them is you. 🐄

Swipe through, then drop your breed in the comments 👇 and tag the friend who's absolutely, undeniably an Angus.

Bonus: every one of these cows is waiting for you at the Cow Palace. Go find your twin.

📍 Durham Fair | Durham, CT

08/28/2026

🍷 It’s National Red Wine Day… so naturally, we’re raising a glass to LOCAL!

This year in the Durham Fair Beer, Wine & Cider Sampling Tent, you’ll be able to sip red wines from some wonderful Connecticut wineries:

🍷 Paradise Hills Vineyard
🍷 Gouveia Vineyards
🍷 Brignole Vineyards
🍷 Staehly Farm Winery
🍷 Mindset Winery
🍷 Bishop’s Orchards

Because the Durham Fair isn’t just about celebrating local agriculture… sometimes it comes in a sample cup.

Come for the cows. Stay for the Cabernet. 🍷🐄

September 24–27 | Durham Fair

08/27/2026

08/27/2026

All of us at the Durham Fair would like to wish everyone a fun, successful, and fantastic school year! 📚✏️
From the first-timers heading off to kindergarten 🎒, to the pros entering their final year of college 🎓, and all the dedicated superstars in between, especially our amazing teachers 🍎...
Have an incredible year! We’re cheering you on every step of the way! ❤️
And remember, there’s always time for a little Fair fun when you need a break! 🎡🐄🌽

08/26/2026

🎉 WINNING WEDNESDAY! 🎉

With just 29 days to go, our Livestock Coordinator Kathy Robinson is choosing this week’s lucky ticket winner with a little help from her friends! 🐄🎟️

Come for the fun, stay for the livestock. It’s going to be udderly amazing! 🎡🐮

08/23/2026

🎒 Before the backpacks come out, let the creativity begin!

Now is the perfect time for kids to start planning their Durham Fair Youth Exhibits. From the tiniest pumpkin and largest zucchini to fairy gardens, pet rocks, decorated cowboy hats, baked treats, artwork, sewing, photography and more—there’s something for every young creator!

The Youth Department welcomes exhibitors ages 3–17, including special categories for our Tiny Tykes ages 3–4. Just imagine the excitement of finding their own creation displayed at the Durham Fair—and maybe even earning a ribbon! 🏅

Online registration is now open, so take a look at the categories and turn these last days of summer into something blue-ribbon worthy:
https://www.durhamfair.com/info/exhibitors/youth/

08/22/2026

Saturday night is about to get loud! 🛻💨

The Truck & SUV Pull takes over the Durham Fair from 6:30–10 PM. Feel the power, hear the engines roar and cheer as drivers put their trucks to the ultimate test!

And because there’s way too much Fair fun to wing it, download the Durham Fair app now to explore the schedule and start planning your visit.

📅 Saturday, September 26
⏰ 6:30–10 PM
🎟️ Included with Fair admission

Who’s ready to pull up for the pulls? 🙋‍♀️

08/21/2026

Foodie Friday just delivered some BIG news! 🎡

Fried dough is practically the official scent of fair season, and Fried Dough Nation is bringing all that warm, sugary goodness to the Durham Fair, including gluten-free fried dough!

Yes, gluten-sensitive fair fans, this is your moment. 🙌

Tag someone who’s going to be very excited about this delicious news! 😋