Topsfield Fair

04/11/2026

Today at the fairgrounds! Don’t miss it!

Save the date! The Grow Spring! EXPO returns on April 11th, 10-3 at the Topsfield Fair Grounds.

03/16/2026

At the Essex Agricultural Society Annual Dinner, we proudly honored two dedicated volunteers with this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Congratulations to Phyllis and Paul Berrett, longtime volunteers in Coolidge Hall with the Foods Department.

We thank them for their many years of service and their continued support of the Essex Agricultural Society and the Topsfield Fair! 🌟

03/15/2026

The Essex Agricultural Society held its annual member dinner in Coolidge Hall at the fairgrounds. The executive board shared highlights from last year’s Topsfield Fair and looked ahead to another great fair this year. With more than 1,300 members, the Society continues its mission to encourage, promote, and preserve agricultural activities in Essex County while educating the public about their importance. Interested in becoming a member? Visit our website to learn more! 🌾🚜

For more photos, visit our album: https://topsfieldfair.smugmug.com/

03/02/2026

Join us for the Northeast Harvest Agricultural Conference on Thursday, March 19, 2026 in Coolidge Hall on the Topsfield Fairgrounds 8:30am-3:30pm.

For workshop information, visit: https://northeastharvest.com/northeast-harvest-agricultural-conference/

EARN 4.5 PACE CREDITS. There is NO charge for this workshop.

Please register by calling (978) 887-5000 or [email protected]

02/28/2026

We have opened our Entertainment Application for the 2026 Topsfield Fair! If you would like to perform, know a band, or for more information, please visit our Perform at the Fair page: https://www.topsfieldfair.org/abo

Applications for the 2026 Topsfield Fair Entertainment are now open! The 2026 Topsfield Fair runs from October 2–12. Entertainment booking begins in mid-February and concludes by April or May. Due...

02/19/2026

🎡 We’re thrilled to share that the Topsfield Fair ranked #40 on CarnivalWarehouse.com list of the Top 50 Fairs & Festivals in the U.S.! 🇺🇸

With an incredible 416,497 attendees this past year, we can’t thank you enough for being part of the fun. 💛 Your support makes it all possible — and we can’t wait to see you again this October! 🎠✨

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02/17/2026

The Essex Agricultural Society and the Charles E. Larner Family Foundation are once again proud to support students pursuing their education through our annual scholarship program. 🌟

Applications are open now through April 1st — don’t miss your chance to apply!

👉 Learn more and apply here: https://www.topsfieldfair.org/education/scholarships/

Essex Agricultural Society Student Scholarship The Essex Agricultural Society will award several $1,000.00 scholarships, paid directly to the school, at the second semester of their freshman year for well-rounded students....

02/08/2026

WE ALL WE GOT. WE ALL WE NEED.
Wishing the New England Patriots the best of luck tonight!

01/24/2026

The Essex County Beekeepers Association ’s Bee School is back! 🍯 This nine-week course is perfect for beginners and anyone curious about honeybees. Registration ends January 27th!

📅 When: Tuesdays, Feb. 17 – Apr. 14, 2026
🕖 Time: 7–9 p.m.
📍 Where: Attend online or in person at the Topsfield Fairgrounds

Learn from experienced beekeepers and get the knowledge you need to start your own hive this spring!

👉 Register today and join the buzz! 🐝

Essex County Beekeepers' Association is an non-profit organization comprised of beekeepers based in eastern Massachusetts, USA, with a membership of over 400 from several states. Monthly meetings are held for the purpose of fellowship and discussion about honeybees. The club is active in education,....

12/25/2025

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from the Topsfield Fair family!
Thank you for being part of our traditions, memories, and moments all year long. We wish you a joyful holiday filled with warmth, laughter, and a little fair magic. ❤️🎁

12/19/2025

💫 416,497 fairgoers. Countless memories. 💫

Thank you for making the 2025 Topsfield Fair unforgettable!
👉 Read the recap on CarnivalWarehouse.com

A wet ending snatched away what seemed like a record breaker. The Topsfield Fair, first held in 1818, is believed to be the oldest fair in North America. One of the largest outdoor events devoted to ...

12/14/2025

First snow of the season at the fairgrounds!