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Contocook, New Hampshire hosts the state fair each year as a Labor Day weekend tradition from Aug 31st to Sept. 4th and you’ll find that make it an annual tradition of your own is fun and easy. The New Hampshire State Fair is also known as the Hopkinton State Fair so do remember not to get too confused if you find directions for this fair when you are actually looking for a route to the other fair, since they are one and the same.

Free entertainment at the fair often includes death defying motorbike shows held during the first couple of days of the fair. Sometimes you may also find stunt bike shows with similar thrills but performed on a bicycle, check it out. This is an excellent show to catch for dare devil tricks such as balancing on a high wire and because its included in your general admission. Some Tractor Pulls at the fair will be free and some won’t. You’ll need to pay close attention to the fair’s program in order to find which pulls cost extra or risk being disappointed by missing a show.

Some other interesting shows to be found at the fair include a Rock Fountain Carving Show where you can literally watch artists carve a water fountain from rock before your eyes and Mounted Shooting Shows which are a mix of the old west and cavalry with barrel racing, historical reenactments and of course sharp shooting.

Those who like Horse and Oxen Pulls should wander over to the Durgin Pulling Arena. All of the events in this arena are free don’t worry about the arena filling up too quickly because it’s got 2,000 seats waiting for fairgoers to fill them. Other typical animal shows can be found in the Hood Arena where you can find Working Steer Shows, Sheep Shows, Dairy Shows, Dairy Goat Shows, and 4-H Shows.

The state fair is about 15 to 20 minutes from Concord and about 90 minutes from Boston and parking is available at the fairgrounds for a minimal price.

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The New Jersey State Fair Sussex County Farm and Horse Show is held annually for ten days during the beginning of August in interestingly the town of Augusta. It’s not known whether the organizers decided to hold the fair during this month each year because of the name of the town or not. The town and fair is in the rural northwestern part of New Jersey and you will find lots of agriculturally based activities to enjoy.

Besides Horse Shows there are 4-H exhibits of which the kids statewide are very proud. You’ll also find Honey Bee demonstrations held daily, which may or may not attract fairgoers. It depends on how you feel about bees in general. The Commerford Petting Zoo not only has local animals such as goats and ponies, but you’ll find more exotic Elephants and Camels and have a chance to ride on them. On the fairgrounds you’ll find a baby animal nursery that houses all of the newest additions that make an appearance while at the fair. The baby chicks are by far the biggest draw.

Live entertainment at the state fair comes in many forms. Wander around the fair and you just might find the Chainsaw Artist exhibit and have a chance to watch art come to life before your eyes. The pet show gives dog, cat and other domesticated pet owners a chance to show off their best friends. Lovers of the Polka should look for the annual Polish Night and Polka Contest and dance the evening away. If you had a chance to admire the Chainsaw Artist exhibit during the fair you can come place some bids on the work during the Chainsaw Sculpture Artist Auction on the last day of the fair.

Those who don’t mind paying a little extra can find nightly fun at the Outdoor Entertainment Area. This venue hosts fireworks, demolition derbies, pulls, balloon rides, and lots of other competitions.

When you visit the fair you can stay in one of the many different types of lodging available. There are hotels, local campgrounds, RV sites, and bed and breakfasts. Bring your own car and you’ll find that parking at the state fair is free.

Gail Leino is known throughout the internet world as Mrs. Party. She has become the internet’s leading authority on selecting the best possible party supplies with clever themes. Her simple party planning approach demostrates how to use proper manners while teaching etiquette with organizational skills. She shares lots of interesting fun facts. See travel vacations for more tips and holiday spot destinations.

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