Belchertown Fair

Paper Marbling
2025-09-02 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
Paper Marbling demonstrated by Fox Maasch from Fox Allen Bindery, A new Belchertown Buisness.
Fox is a multimedia artist.

Prodigal Swine
2025-09-19 15:00 - 16:30 | Social Tent
Prodigal Swine provides covers on many rock classics. They are opening the Social Tent this year. Check them out. Sponsored by Interstate Battery

Ed Popielarczyk, Balloon Artist
2025-09-19 15:00 - 19:00 | Kids Tent
Creative Balloon Artist who does his best to build what is asked.Located outside the Kids Tent. Sponsored by Country Bank

Clapp Memorial Library Teen Advisory Board
2025-09-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Exhibit Hall Lawn
Ruthis Sterling is on hand to chair what the Teens Board is up to.

Clapp Memorial Library Teen Advisory Board
2025-09-19 16:00 - 17:30 | Exhibit Hall
Stop by to see what the library is offering to teens and everyone else .

Henry Lappen, Juggler/Stiltwalker
2025-09-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Midway
Come meet Henry up close and personal. He will be Roaming the Fairgrounds.

Ella D'Amours ,Singer
2025-09-19 16:30 - 18:30 | Kids Tent
Ella is a 13 year old young lady who has been to the Fair but comes to us this year as a performer. She is known by many as part of the Dan Kane Singers as well as solo performances in many venues. She sings a wide range of country, pop and old pop. We are excited to have her open the kids Tent on Friday from 4 30 to 6:30 PM. Let’s give her a warm welcome.

Shoshin Ryu Jujitsu Martial Arts Demo
2025-09-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Barn Yard
Demonstration of Japanese self defense techniques by all ages

Jonas cain ,Magician
2025-09-19 19:00 - 19:30 | Social Tent
Jonas has been with us several years entertaining us between bands. Skilled as a musician, magician, storyteller and comedienne. Always fun. Sponsored by Window World

Cottonwood
2025-09-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Social Tent
Cottonwood returns to open the Social Tent from 12-2 PM pm Saturday. This group is well known to many and are guaranteed to set your toe tapping to all your country favorites. Sponsored in part by Tom & Nancy Brown

Ben Faraci, Faraci Woodworks
2025-09-20 12:00 - 18:00
Ben Faraci will be returning to our fair. He has a variety of woodworking skills but today he will be demonstrating chainsaw carving in the Barnyard. He will be donating some work to the Fair . He will also have carvings on sale. Be sure to check back frequently so you can see how his projects grow.Sponsored by Window World

Cake decoration with Jeanette Crumb
2025-09-20 13:30 - 14:30 | Exhibit Hall
Come see what Jeanette can teach us about cake decorating.

Jonas Cain,
2025-09-20 14:00 - 14:30 | Social Tent
Jonas is back to entertain and amuse in between musical offerings. Sponsored by Window World

Baking with Freshly Milled Grains
2025-09-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Exhibit Hall
Want to know about baking with grais? Morning Glory bread is a new cottage bakery in Btown. They are off to a great start . They specialize in Sour dough baking and are willing to share some of their secrets.

Henry the Juggler/Stiltwalker
2025-09-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Midway
Henry returns to the Fair. Easy to spot as he walks head and shoulders above the crowd. You will be amazed at his talent .

Jonas Cain
2025-09-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Social Tent
Jonas bring his many skills to entertain between musical sets. Sponsored by Window World

Mandala Christmas Bulbs with Gretchen Holesovsky
2025-09-20 16:30 - 17:30 | Exhibit Hall
A mandala is a form of art that is geometric using repetitive patterns. Used for centuries in a variety of ways as decoration as in church, for meditation or healing. Gretchen will share how to create Mandala Christmas bulbs .

Jonas Cain
2025-09-20 19:00 - 19:30 | Social Tent
Jonas brings his bag of tricks to entertain us between musical offerings. Sponsored by Window World

Marshal Manlove, "The Mindshifter"
2025-09-20 20:00 - 21:30 | Kids Tent
Returning to us Marshal Manlove will join us on Saturday night. Grab a ticket to the Theater of the Mind and experience a performance by The Mindshifter, Marshal Manlove, and his Comedy Hypnosis Show. Witness the power of the human in profound, intriguing, and hilarious.

History of the McPherson Garden
2025-09-21 11:30 - 12:30 | Exhibit Hall
Until recently most people did not realize there was a garden as part of the Superintendents home on the grounds of the Belchertown State School. A group of volunteers are working to bring it back and provide a quiet place to appreciate the beauty and history of this spot. Come learn about this special place.

Jonas Cain
2025-09-21 12:00 - 12:30
Jonas brings his many talents for our enjoyment between musical offerings. Sponsored by Window World

Frog Jumping Contest
2026-09-27 12:00 | Barn Yard
Youth and adult classes. You bring the frog. Sometimes the smallest frogs jump the farthest. In 2025, 31 frogs jumped in the youth class. Chrstain Manarite had the top jump with a top jump of 96inches. Not just for kids, in 2025 Logan Macphail had the top frog in the adult class . This is a fast moving activity . Frog handlers bring their best techniques. Guaranteed to have a great time. Coordinated by Carrie & Kevin Vickers.

Saving the Jackson Street Horsebarn
2025-09-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Exhibit Hall
Pat Barry will be sharing the importance and history of the Jackson St Horesbarn, NESFI. As a part of the Belchertown State School and town history efforts are being made to rehab and save the structure.

Jonas Cain
2025-09-21 14:30 - 15:00 | Social Tent
Jonas continues to entertain us between musical offerings. Sponsored by Window World

Bargello on PLastic Canvas Demo
2025-09-21 14:30 - 15:30 | Exhibit Hall
Gloria Fortunato will be sharing and demonstrating her knowledge of Bargello on Plastic CanvasGloria knows all things thread,needles yarn etc.

Ed Popielarczyk Magic Show
2026-09-27 15:00 | Kids Tent
Ed closes the Kids Tent on Sunday from 3-4 PM with his Magic Show. We missed his magic show last year and can’t wait to see him again. Sponsored by Country Bank

The Willies
2025-09-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Social Tent
The Willies are well known to many. Returning to us this year playing 50s,60s,70s and more on Saturday night under the Social Tent. Its a great way to end date night with your favorite partner.

Vendor Inspection
2026-09-25 12:00 - 15:00
Board of Health, Electrical, Building and Fire inspections of vendor spaces. Booths must be set up & have someone in attendance.

Wrist Bands go on Sale
2026-09-25 15:00 - 21:00 | Midway
Discount Wristbands or Megapass options are available on line before the opening of the Fair. Visit the Fanelli /Belchertown Link on the Midway page. Wristbands not previously purchased on line may be purchased at the Fanelli Ticket Booths,

Exhibit Hall Opens
2026-09-25 16:00
Exhibits in hundreds of categories on display for your viewing pleasure. Don’t forget to vote for Peoples Choice Award
