FRYEBURG, MAINE — Fryeburg Fair, established in 1851, runs Oct. 4-11, eight full days, Sunday to Sunday. This year is the 176th fair.
“Every fall we welcome everyone to the greatest show in Maine. It’s like a big reunion — a wonderful tradition that we all look forward to," said Fair President David Hastings.
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