Portland Agricultural Fair
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Oct 8
$800$8.00
Price
PORTLAND AGRICULTURAL FAIR - CT 2023
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of excitement, entertainment, and agricultural displays at the Portland Agricultural Fair. Discover, explore, and be a part of a community-driven event that celebrates the heart and spirit of Portland.
Dates & Admissions:
- Friday: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm (Exhibits close at 10 pm)
- Saturday: 10:30 am - 10:00 pm (Exhibits close at 10 pm)
- Sunday: 10:30 am - 6:00 pm (Exhibits removed by 6 pm)
Admission Pricing:
- Adults: $10.00
- Seniors (65 and older with valid ID): $8.00
- Children under 10: FREE
- Active/Reserve Military (with valid ID): FREE
- Parking: $5 (Rte 17A across from the Fair) provided by the Fish and Game Club of Portland
Note: Pets are not allowed. Only service animals are permitted. Alcohol will be available for purchase on the grounds.
Exhibitor & Livestock Drop-off/Pick-up:
Thursday:
- 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Youth Exhibits
- 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm: Adult Exhibits
Friday:
- 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm: Livestock Only
- 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm: Chicken & Rabbits
Sunday: All exhibits removed by 6:00 pm
Portland Agricultural Fair - CT 2023 Schedule
Friday
- 5:00 PM: Gates Open - Grounds
- 5:00 PM: Middlesex Garden Tractor Pullers - Big Pull Ring
- 5:30 PM: Opening Ceremonies Featuring the Portland High School Band - Grounds
- 6:15 PM: Remote Control Racing - Grounds
- 7:00 PM: Nature Nick's Animal Adventure Show - Grounds
- 7:00 PM: Small Town Roots - Entertainment Tent
- 7:45 PM: Remote Control Racing - Grounds
- 8:15 PM: Pirate Man Dan Comedy & Magic Show - Grounds
- 8:45 PM: Nature Nick's Animal Adventure Show - Grounds
- 11:00 PM: Fair Closes
Saturday
- 10:30 AM - Gates Open - Grounds
- 10:30 AM - Helicopter Rides - All Day
- 10:30 AM - Antique Tractor Pull - Big Pull Ring
- 10:30 AM - Dairy Cattle Show - Cattle Barn
- 10:30 AM - Goat Show & Youth Sheep Show - Livestock Barn
- 11:30 AM - Remote Control Racing - Grounds
- 12:15 PM - Pirate Man Dan Comedy & Magic Show - Grounds
- 1:00 PM - Ms. Cheryl and her Animal Puppets - Livestock Barn
- 1:30 PM - Backstage Pass - Entertainment Tent
- 1:30 PM - Nature Nick's Animal Adventure Show - Grounds
- 2:00 PM - Draft Horse Drawing Contest - Small Pull Ring
- 2:00 PM - Beef Cattle Show - Cattle Barn
- 2:00 PM - Remote Control Racing - Grounds
- 2:45 PM - Pirate Man Dan Comedy & Magic Show - Grounds
- 3:30 PM - Nature Nick's Animal Adventure Show - Grounds
- 4:00 PM - Remote Control Racing - Grounds
- 4:00 PM - Baby Contest -Grounds
- 4:30 PM - Skillet Throwing Contest - Grounds
- 5:00 PM - Ms. Cheryl and her Animal Puppets - Livestock Tent
- 5:00 PM - Great Hill Mountain Band - Entertainment Tent
- 5:45 PM - Nature Nick's Animal Adventure Show - Grounds
- 6:00 PM - Truck Pull - Big Pull Ring
- 6:30 PM - Remote Control Racing - Grounds
- 7:15 PM - Pirate Man Dan Comedy & Magic Show - Grounds
- 8:00 PM - Nature Nick's Animal Adventure Show - Grounds
- 8:00 PM - Presley & Taylor - Entertainment Tent
- 10:00 PM - Fair Closes
Sunday
- 10:30 AM - Gates Open - Grounds
- 10:30 AM - Helicopter Rides - All Day
- 10:30 AM - Open and Youth Sheep Show - Livestock Barn
- 10:30 AM - Carting and Pack Goat & Sheep Show - Livestock Barn
- 11:00 AM - Oxen Drawing Contest - Small Pull Ring
- 11:30 AM - Nature Nick's Animal Adventure - Grounds
- 12:00 PM - Karen & Norm Duo - Entertainment Tent
- 12:00 PM - Remote Control Racing - Grounds
- 12:30 PM - Makerspace - Robot Building - Grounds
- 12:30 PM - Livestock Obstacle Course - Cattle Barn
- 12:45 PM - Pirate Man Dan Comedy & Magic Show - Grounds
- 1:00 PM - Labs 4 Rescue - Grounds
- 1:00 PM - Mud Bog - Big Pull Ring
- 2:00 PM - Robert J. - Entertainment Tent
- 2:00 PM - Dog Costume Contest - Grounds
- 1:15 PM - Sargent Jim Kelley K9 Demonstration - Grounds
- 2:00 PM - Remote Control Racing - Grounds
- 2:00 PM - Poultry Showmanship - Livestock Barn
- 2:45 PM - Pirate Man Dan Show - Grounds
- 3:00 PM - Cornhole Tournament - Grounds
- 3:30 PM - Nature Nick's Animal Adventure - Grounds
- 3:30 PM - Paul Christopher Sienkiewicz - Entertainment Tent
- 4:15 PM - Remote Control Racing - FINAL - Grounds
- 4:45 PM - Nature Nick's Animal Adventure - Grounds
Entertainment & Activities Highlights
All 3 Days:
- Nature Nick's Animal Adventure
- Pirate Man Dan Show - Comedy, Magic, Variety, and Danger Show
- Remote Control Racing Tournament
- Coleman's Midway - Rides and Games
- Records & Burpee Children's Zoo
- Sickline Carving - Chainsaw carving demonstrations
Special Highlights:
- High Point Archery Shoot
- Dog Costume Contest - Sunday at 2:00
- Cutest Baby Contest - Saturday at 4:00
- Skillet Throwing Contest - Saturday at 4:30
- Makerspace - Sunday at 12:30
- Labs 4 Rescue - Sunday at 1:00
- Police Dog Demonstration - Sunday at 1:00
- Cornhole Tournament - Sunday at 2:00
- Storytime with Ms. Cheryl and her Puppets - Saturday
- Helicopter Rides - Saturday and Sunday
Food & Beverages
The Portland Fair has partnered with Eli Cannons Tap Room and Concentric Brewing for an excellent selection of draft beer, wines, and hard seltzers in the Entertainment Tent.
Note: The Daily Schedule is subject to change. Please check back regularly for the latest updates.
This fair is a celebration of our agricultural heritage, a nod to the importance of community involvement, and a wonderful platform for education and entertainment alike. From young ones to seniors, there's something for everyone.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Portland Agricultural Fair. Let’s make memories together!
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- Doors Open: 10:30 AM
- ATTENDANCE: IN PERSON
- Date: 8 Oct 2023
- Time: 10:30 AM To 05:00 PM (GMT -05:00) 📩 Contact Event Organizer
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Portland Agricultural Fair
Portland Agricultural Fair, CT 2023: A weekend of entertainment, agriculture, and community spirit. Discover shows, games, and more. Dates: Fri-Sun. Admission varies; kids