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Your Complete Guide to Maine Fairs & Festivals in 2026
From Fryeburg to Blue Hill to Skowhegan, Maine's agricultural fairs are community traditions that have been running for over a century. This guide covers the major fairs, the hidden gems, and tips for first-timers hitting the Maine fair circuit in 2026.
Apr 4, 2026
Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire 2026: Visitor's Guide
The Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire celebrates its 15th season across three weekends — June 27-28, July 4-5, and July 11-12, 2026 — at Warsaw Park in Ansonia, CT, with jousting, five stages, and themed weekends.
Jun 5, 2026
Vermont Renaissance Faire 2026: Visitor's Guide
The Vermont Renaissance Faire returns June 27-28, 2026 to the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction — jousting, fight demos, medieval encampments, artisans, music, and mead. Here's what to expect.
Jun 5, 2026
Established in 1851, this award-winning agricultural fair in the Maine Highlands features live animal demonstrations, horse showing, animal judging, skilled craftspeople (quilting, weaving, wood carving), truck pulls, demolition derby, live music, and a giant midway with Smokey's Greater Shows. 174th annual fair.
Other public events whose dates overlap with this one.