Exhibitor's Handbook

This is your one stop for information to exhibit in the Roundhouse and Youth Hall, or to enter your Horse, Cow, Chicken, Rabbit, Sheep, or Oxen at the Fair.

The 2025 Exhibitor's Handbook is available below and can be referenced for planning until the new 2026 book is released in the late spring.

Franklin County Fair Gate Admission 2026

• Adult (18-59): $15
  Opening Night Special: $10
• Senior (60 +): $10
• Active Military & Vets (With ID): $10
• Youth (9-17): $10
• Age 8 & Under: Free
• Parking: $10

Midway Rides

The Coleman Brothers Midway returns for family fun and thrills.

Midway Hours:

• Thursday: Open at 4pm
• Friday: Open at 4pm
• Saturday: Open at 12pm
• Sunday: Open at 12pm

Wristbands to ride all the rides for one price are available every day and go on sale at the hours listed above.

Demolition Derby

2026 Show Info:
Saturday, September 12 at 6pm
Preferred ticket admission into the Grandstand is 5pm
General Admission entry time is 5:15pm

Sunday, September 13 at 6pm
Preferred ticket admission into the Grandstand is 5pm
General Admission entry time is 5:15pm

Information regarding car requirements can be found on the Stoney Roberts website.

Truck Pulls

2025 Show Info:
Friday, September 5
Show time: 5:30pm

There is no charge to view the show with paid fair admission and tickets are not required.
More info: https://www.facebook.com/MassachusettsTruckTractorPullersAssociation
Contact: MATTPA300@gmail.com

Franklin County Fair Hours

• Thursday: Gate opens at 3pm
• Friday: Gate opens at 3pm
• Saturday: Gate opens at 8am
• Sunday: Gate opens at 8am

There is no set closing time for the fair, though generally it's open until at least 9pm on Thursday and Sunday, and at least 10pm on Friday and Saturday. Poor weather may result in an earlier closing time.

Franklin County Fair Building Hours

• Thursday: 3 – 9 p.m.
  (Roundhouse at 5 p.m.)
• Friday: 3 – 9 p.m.
• Saturday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Sunday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Buildings include Roundhouse, Youth Hall, Fish & Wildlife, Dole Building, Baby Barnyard, Grandstand, Poultry, and Rabbits.

The Fair Museum, located near the show ring, is open:

• Thursday: 3 - 8 p.m.
• Friday: 3 - 8 p.m.
• Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
• Sunday: 8 a.m.- 6 p.m.