Submitted by Jackie MacKnight
(August 1, 2025) — For more than a century, the Haddam Neck Fair has brought joy to generations of families, and this year promises to be bigger, louder, and more entertaining than ever! Celebrating 113 years of agricultural heritage, fun and community, the 2025 Haddam Neck Fair will run Labor Day Weekend from Friday, August 29, 2025 through Monday, September 1, 2025 at the Fairgrounds in Haddam Neck.
From roaring engines to live entertainment, farm animals to fair food, there’s something for everyone, and this year, Friday Night Truck Pulls are back by popular demand! Watch the power and grit of the Street Trucks competition light up the Large Ring as engines rev and crowds cheer. It’s a fan-favorite tradition you won’t want to miss.
But the action doesn’t stop there. Live music will fill the air all weekend, with performances on the Main Stage from local and regional favorites. Whether you’re into country, rock or folk, the fair’s 2025 entertainment line-up features something for every ear, including day and night performances, toe-tapping tunes and show-stopping energy.
Fairgoers also can enjoy tractor pulls, animal barns, educational exhibits, games, rides and the ever-popular petting zoo. From thrilling carnival rides and skill games to family-friendly demonstrations and delicious food vendors, there’s fun to be found in every corner of the fairgrounds.
And don’t forget to stop by Chainsaw Carving and Fly Whiskers on the South Lawn, enjoy entertainment at the Gazebo and Grange, and take in the beauty of rural Connecticut in its full summer glory.
Skip the line and buy your tickets online now at haddamneckfair.com. It’s fast, easy, and guarantees you’ll be first through the gate when the fun begins.
Whether you’re a returning visitor or joining us for the first time, the Haddam Neck Fair is your destination for end-of-summer fun, family traditions and small-town charm at its best. Mark your calendars, spread the word, and get ready to celebrate 113 years of fair fun. See you Labor Day Weekend!
