Hartford County Connecticut Fairgrounds Events

If you searched for the Hartford County fairgrounds, you are almost certainly looking for the grounds at 56 Egypt Road in Somers. Two fairs use them: the Hartford County 4-H Fair in August and the Four Town Fair in September. This page explains how they differ, what each costs and offers, and how to enter exhibits or vend.

Overview of Hartford County Fairgrounds

Where the Grounds Are

Four Town Fair Grounds sits at 56 Egypt Road in Somers, Connecticut 06071, off Route 83. Somers is in Tolland County, in the northeast corner of the state near the Massachusetts line. That surprises people searching for a Hartford County venue, but Connecticut counties no longer govern anything, and the fair’s four member towns straddle the county line. Enfield and East Windsor are in Hartford County. Somers and Ellington are in Tolland County.

Who Runs It

The grounds belong to the Union Agricultural Society, which operates the Four Town Fair. The Hartford County 4-H Fair Association, Inc. is a separate, youth-run nonprofit that rents the grounds for the 4-H fair. UConn Extension’s Hartford County 4-H program coordinates the youth side.

Acreage and Layout

I could not confirm acreage or a building count. Contact the fair office for a facilities list.

Why It Matters

The Four Town Fair is described as the oldest continuous agricultural fair in Connecticut. For Enfield and East Windsor residents, it is the nearest working fairground. The 4-H fair gives Hartford County youth a county-level showcase for their projects.

Upcoming Events at Hartford County Fairgrounds

The two fairs are the main scheduled events. The 2026 dates have passed. Here is how the calendar works:

• Hartford County 4-H Fair: August 14–16, 2026 (the 90th annual). Fairs in this series typically land in mid-August, but the 2027 dates are not confirmed.
• Four Town Fair: September 17–20, 2026 (the 188th annual). The fair usually falls in mid-September, but the 2027 dates are not confirmed.

Beyond these, the Four Town Fair Grounds also host smaller community events. One listing mentions a Somers scarecrow festival. Whether the grounds rent to outside groups for private events, and at what rates, is a question for the fair office.

How to Find the Current Schedule

Each fair has its own website: the Hartford County 4-H Fair Association publishes the fair book and schedule, and the Four Town Fair posts dates, hours, and admission. For 4-H questions, the UConn Hartford County 4-H office has been listed at 860-409-9074. Confirm that number before calling.

The Hartford County 4-H Fair

Dates and Hours

The 2026 fair ran Friday through Sunday, August 14–16, 2026. The 2024 edition opened at 8:00 a.m. Check the current fair book for daily hours.

What It Is

This is a youth-run fair. The 2024 fair was described as featuring 4-H livestock exhibits, non-animal exhibits and demonstrations, food trucks, live music, entertainment, car shows, and magic shows. Earlier years have included a band on Friday night, free laser tag, and a BMX stunt team. Fair Weather Growers has provided barrel train rides and hayrides. The program changes yearly, so use the fair book.

Rules to Know

Pets and dogs are not allowed on the grounds, and neither is alcohol. The fair book states both rules.

Where the Money Goes

Proceeds go to the Hartford County 4-H Fair Association to cover fair operating costs and youth programs. I could not confirm 2026 admission. Check the fair book.

The Four Town Fair

Dates and Hours

The 188th Four Town Fair ran Thursday, September 17 through Sunday, September 20, 2026. Hours were:

• Thursday: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
• Friday: 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• Saturday: 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Sunday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Admission

2026 admission: Thursday $6; Friday through Sunday $10; children 12 and under free; seniors 65 and older $5 on Thursday and Friday only; four-day weekend pass $25. Parking is free, on and off the grounds. Prices can change, so check the fair’s website before you go.

What You’ll Find

Listed attractions include animal pulls, a car show, a parade, a horse show, crafts, live entertainment, and doodlebug pulls. There are also frog-jumping, corn-eating, pie-eating, and skillet-toss contests, a mini-farm, games, rides, and food. The ride operator and ride count were not confirmed.

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Crowds

Crowd estimates run near 20,000 each year.

The Parade

The fair’s president told local press the parade was nearly dropped. Somers directors pushed back because residents look forward to it.

Competition from Other Fairs

The Four Town Fair has to compete with larger fairs on the same weekend. In 2026, the Berlin Lions Agricultural Fair ran September 17–20, the same days.

Facilities and Grounds

I could not verify most of this section, so I am not guessing:

• Buildings and barns: the fair describes a mini-farm, animal pulls, and a horse show, which implies a pulling ring and horse ring. Confirm the building count with the fair office.
• Grandstand or arena: unknown seating capacity.
• Camping or RVs: not confirmed. Ask the fair office.
• Accessibility: unconfirmed. Ask about ADA parking and pathways.
• Parking: free both on and off the grounds at the Four Town Fair. The 4-H fair’s parking policy is not confirmed.
• ATMs and first aid: unconfirmed.

Vendor and Exhibitor Information

Entering the 4-H Fair

Entries are for registered 4-H members. UConn 4-H is open to youth ages 5 to 19. The fair book lists the rules, deadlines, and class lists and is published ahead of the fair. Your club leader or the UConn Hartford County 4-H office can point you to the current edition.

Entering the Four Town Fair

The fair has a horse show, car show, crafts, and animal pulls. Each division has its own rules. Contact the fair directly for the premium book and entry deadlines.

Vending

Four Town Fair has an exhibitors page with a grounds map and rules. Contact the fair office for booth applications. Booths at established fairs often fill early, so ask in spring.

Getting to Hartford County Fairgrounds

The grounds are at 56 Egypt Road in Somers, off Route 83. From Hartford, take I-91 north toward Enfield, then head east and north to Somers on local state routes, finishing on Route 83. From Springfield, Massachusetts, the grounds are a short drive south across the state line. Use GPS to confirm the final turns.

Public transit to the grounds is not confirmed, and I found no shuttle for either fair. Plan on driving or a ride-hail.

4-H and FFA at Hartford County Fairgrounds

UConn Extension runs 4-H in Hartford County, and the 4-H fair is operated by the Hartford County 4-H Fair Association, Inc., with youth directors, adult directors, and advisors. The 2026 fair was the 90th annual. The number of Hartford County 4-H clubs and any FFA participation were not found, so ask the Extension office.

I did not find a junior livestock auction documented for either fair. Do not assume one exists.

Special Events Beyond the Annual Fairs

The scarecrow festival noted above is the only other event I found. Gun shows, rodeos, and motocross are not documented here. Ask the fair office what the grounds host the rest of the year.

History of Hartford County Fairgrounds

The Four Town Fair’s written history, compiled in 1980 by the fair treasurer, begins in the winter of 1838–1839. Somers farmers wanted to see which school district had the most oxen and steers, and they yoked up 210 pairs of cattle for a show. The Union Agricultural Society held its first regular cattle show at Somerville in Somers on October 23, 1839. Members came from Somers, Enfield, and Ellington. East Windsor joined, and the fair moved among the four towns for more than a century. In 1960, the society bought land in Somers as the permanent site. In 1964 it held its first three-day fair. The treasurer noted in 1980 that it was doubtful a single yoke of cattle could be found in the four towns.

The Hartford County 4-H Fair reached its 90th year in 2026. I did not find a record of cancellations, including during the pandemic. Verify that locally before publishing.

Other Fairs Inside Hartford County

If you want a fair physically in Hartford County, two are listed for 2026:

• Wapping Fair (South Windsor): September 10–13, 2026
• Berlin Lions Agricultural Fair (Berlin): September 17–20, 2026. It began in 1882 as a harvest festival.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Hartford County fair in 2027?
The Hartford County 4-H Fair ran August 14–16 in 2026, and the Four Town Fair ran September 17–20. The 2027 dates are not confirmed. Expect mid-August and mid-September.

Where is the Hartford County Fairgrounds?
56 Egypt Road, Somers, CT 06071, off Route 83. Somers is in Tolland County.

What time does the Four Town Fair open?
In 2026: Thursday 4 p.m., Friday 4 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m., Sunday 8 a.m.

How much does it cost to get into the Four Town Fair?
In 2026: $6 Thursday, $10 Friday through Sunday, children 12 and under free, $5 seniors on Thursday and Friday, $25 four-day pass.

Where do I park?
Parking is free on and off the grounds at the Four Town Fair.

Are dogs allowed?
Not at the Hartford County 4-H Fair. Pets and dogs are barred, as is alcohol. Check the Four Town Fair’s rules before bringing a dog.

How do I enter livestock?
For the 4-H fair, join a Hartford County 4-H club and use the fair book. For the Four Town Fair, request its premium book.

Who do I contact to rent the fairgrounds?
The Four Town Fair office. A listing shows a phone number of (860) 749-6527, which should be confirmed.

Is there camping?
Unconfirmed. Ask the fair office.