Deadlines For The Big E Extended

Due to hurricane Irene, entries for The Big E will continue to be accepted via fax to 413-205-5104 - or online or by mail to the Ag Dept by Sept. 6. (A Sept. 6 postmark is acceptable.) Those who may have a problem meeting the deadline can contact the Director of Agriculture & Education at dwoolam@TheBigE.com or (860) 324-5738.

Note: The Alpaca show is closed.

To access the premium book online, visit
http://www.thebige.com/fair/agriculture/2010PremiumBook.asp - anyone requiring special arrival arrangements should contact Donna Woolam at (860) 324-5738.

Fairs and Exhibit At The Big E

Competition is why fairs began. The gathering of people meant it was time to find out who had the fastest horse, whose team could pull the most, who could make the best pie, who had the most productive cow . . . or could grow the most perfect tomato or largest pumpkin.
Every weekend there is a fair going on around the state, region, and across the country. The International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE) offers a searchable database to find one by state or date - or country.

Or get involved. The Big E, for example, offers many categories from which to choose - breadmaking to jellies to wreaths and needlework. First prize for a decorated wreath not only gets a ribbon, but also a $55 premium.

Details on how to enter as an exhibitor are online.