Massachusetts - Fairs and Festivals in Berkshires/Pioneer Valley/Mohawk Trail

Adams Agricultural Fair
Bowe Field off Columbia Street (Route 8)
Adams, MA
Phone: 413-743-2148

August 6 - 8, 2010

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This fair has everything an agricultural fair should; a demo derby, agricultural and horticultural competitions, a midway, country music, a petting zoo, and more. Time: Friday, 5 - 10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cost: adults, $5; children ages 6 - 12, $1; under 6, free. Information: 413-743-2148 or visit www.adamsfair.com.

Berkshire Fringe Festival
Daniel Arts Center, 84 Alford Road and Mixed Company, 37 Rossetter Street
Great Barrington, MA
Phone: 413-320–4175

July 28 - August 16, 2010

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Hailed as ‘sassy and experimental' by the New York Times, the Sixth Annual Berkshire Fringe presents three weeks of mind-blowing original theater, dance, music, free programs and community workshops. All opening night performances are pick your own price. With over 50 concerts and events in two Great Barrington venues, there is something for everyone. Regular ticket prices are just $15. Season passes also available.  Information: visit www.berkshirefringe.org.

Eastern States Exposition
1305 Memorial Avenue
West Springfield, MA
Phone: 413-737-2443

September 17 - October 3, 2010

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Fair-goers will enjoy top name entertainment, The Big E Super Circus, Mardi Gras Parade, the Avenue of States, Storrowton Village, rides, crafts, shopping, foods from around the world and more. Time: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m., daily. Cost: adults, $12 on weekdays/$15 on weekends; children ages 6 - 12, $8 on weekdays/$10 on weekends; under 6, free. Information: 413-737-2443 or visit www.thebige.com.

Franklin County Fair
Wisdom Way
Greenfield, MA
Phone: 413-774-4282

September 9-12, 2010

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This year’s fair will feature a midway, draft horse show, live entertainment, a parade, a demo derby, agricultural exhibits, firefighters' muster, the fair museum, the Flying Wallendas, and a new Children’s area. Time: Thursday, 3 - 10 p.m.; Friday, noon - 10 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Cost: adults, $9; seniors, $6; youth ages 9 - 17, $7; ages 8 and under, free. Information: 413-774-4282 or visit www.fcas.com. m.

Littleville Fair
15 Kinnebrook Road
Chester, MA
Phone: 413-667-3987

August 6 - 8, 2010

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The 89th Annual Littleville Fair will include many attractions for young and old alike, including a midway, water slides and a bounce house, horse and oxen pulls, truck pulls beef and cattle shows, sheep shows, a petting zoo with pony rides, wagon rides, live music, magicians, clowns, face painting, a dining hall, craftors and vendor, and more. Time: Friday, 4 - 8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Cost: adults, $6; children under 10, free. Information: 413-667-3987 or visit www.littlevillefair.com.

Middlefield Fair
7 Bell Road
Middlefield, MA
Phone: 413–623–5350

August 13 - 15, 2010

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Come to the fair and enjoy live music, delicious food, antique tractor pulls, lots of fun activities for all ages, and a chili cook-off. Time: Friday, 4 - 10 p.m.; Saturday, 7 a.m. - 10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cost: adults $6; seniors over 50 $5; children under 12, free. Information: 413-623-5350 or visit www.middlefieldfair.org.

Solid Sound Festival
MassMOCA, 87 Marshall Street
North Adams, MA

August 13 - 15, 2010

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Wilco will be headlining and curating the Solid Sound Festival at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art, featuring performers such as Vetiver, The Books, Avi Buffalo, Mavis Staples, and several of Wilco’s side-projects. The weekend also includes comedy, theatre, and admission to all of MassMOCA’s art exhibits. Time: Friday, 8 p.m. - midnight; Saturday, 1 p.m. - midnight; Sunday, 1 - 8 p.m. Cost: $91 per weekend pass. Information: visit www.solidsoundfestival.com.