EXHIBIT HALL

In 2026 Co sponsored by Friends of the Fair, Atkins’s Farm,Teresa and Dean Adam, Station 5 Salon ,New England Wound Care , Shawn Lindholm, Randall’s Farm and Amherst Copy & Design

Belchertown Fair is privileged to have one of the best exhibit halls in the state. With a wide variety of categories for both youth and adults, there are plenty of opportunities for local farmers and crafters, photographers and special interest groups to enter unique displays. The 2026 theme is “Stars ,Stripes and Fair Nights”. There are categories and special awards for everyone. Plan your entries now in your favorite category and be sure to look through the booklet for new categories as well. Without question, you want to be included in the fun at the Exhibit Hall fair weekend. Free demonstrations will be taking place throughout the weekend. The schedule will be posted as it is finalized. Please make time during fair weekend to visit the Exhibit hall and see the 1000 + entries. You will be amazed at what people make.

Schedule

Monday 9/21: 6-8pm
Non-perishable Entry Drop Off

Tuesday 9/22: 4:30-8:30pm
Non-Perishable Entry Drop Off

Wednesday 9/23: 2:30 -6:30pm
Non-Perishable and Perishable entry Drop Off
Doors close 6:30pm sharp! All entries must be in place by 6:45pm

Thursday 9/24
Closed for Decorating

Friday 9/25
4-8:30 pm Open

Saturday 9/26
12 Noon -8:30 pm Open

Sunday 9/27
11 AM-4:00 pm Open
5-6 pm All entries must be picked up! Entries not picked up will be donated.

Volunteers

We need volunteers of ALL ages! There is something to do every day during fair week. No special skill required. Essential ingredient is enthusiasm, willingness to make new friends and have a great time. Tasks include:

  • Hall set up-Sunday 9/20-10 AM until done
  • Exhibit check in- Mon.9/21- 6-8 pm
  • Tues 9/22- 4:30-8:30 pm
  • Wed. 9/23- 2:30-6:30 pm
  • Hall decorating Thurs 9/24- 11:00 AM until done
  • Hall sitters Friday 9/25-Saturday 9/26
  • & Sunday 9/27
  • Hall breakdown Sunday 9/27 4:00-5:00 pm Assist with getting ready for check out
  • 6:00 pm until done

It takes many dedicated people to bring the Hall to life each year. There is something for everyone to do. Rumor has it the volunteers are fueled by chocolate snacks. For more details, please call Wendy Chevalier @413-813-8629.

To become an Exhibitor

  1. Review 2026 Exhibit Hall Booklet
  2. Pick your Department and Lot; complete your projects. Use Dept 120 for Adult Photography.
  3. There are 3 ways you may enter
  4. Download your–Exhibit Hall Entry form Fillable 2026Mail completed form to Colleen Butler, 46 King Rd, Shutesbury, Ma 01072
  5. OR Download the Hall Entry Form, Complete it and email it to [email protected].
  6. OR

    There is a new program this year for Exhibit Hall entries. We

    encourage you to use the online entry option. Paper entry forms

    will be accepted this year. If you need assistance please contact:

    [email protected]

    All entries must be postmarked by Sept. 5,2026

2026 EXHIBIT HALL WINNERS

Grand Champion- Erin Sloat

Preston Atwood Award-Tina DeLullo

Glenn Butler Award -Shannon Byrnes

EC Howard & Son Award- Reid Collins

Herbert& Jennie Greene Award-Russel Prouty

Les Campbell Award- Mark Shea

Bob Wilson award- Ann Clough

Elsie Waskiewicz Award- Susan Waite

Judy Bettencourt Award -Helen Bierly

Kevin”KB” Brown Award -Diana Edwards

Helen Papp Award- Chantal Laliberte

Donna Butler award -Addi Hernandez

Andy Michaud Apple Pie-Adult-Audrey Lavigine

Fair cake Adult-Alicia AustinYouth-Penelope Couture

Scarecrow -Adult Shawn Lindholm

Fair Logo -Hope Guardenier

 

GRAND CHAMPION-2026

GLENN BUTLER AWARD

SHANNON BYRNES

2026 ADULT PEOPLES CHOICE

Sharon Kahl-Oey

2026-YOUTH PEOPLES CHOICE

Helen Bierly