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Hopkinton State Fair 2026

Date

Thursday, September 3, 2026 - Monday, September 7, 2026

Time

8:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Location

392 Kearsarge Avenue, Contoocook, NH

Price

$14

Hopkinton State Fair 2026

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Overview

Make the most of Labor Day Weekend at the 2026 Hopkinton State Fair - five days packed with rides, live entertainment, animals, agriculture, fair food, competitions and family fun in Contoocook, New Hampshire.

From high-flying dogs and action-packed stunt shows to livestock, pulling competitions, live music and the Midway, there is something happening throughout the fairgrounds all weekend long.

2026 FAIR HIGHLIGHTS:

• Fiesta Shows Midway rides and games
• Disc-Connected K9s - World Famous Frisbee Dogs
• Thrill Extravaganza - high-energy stunts and daring acts
• DockDogs high-flying canine competition
• Axe Women Loggers of Maine
• Bay State Bandits
• Dialed Action Sports
• Stock Farm Tractor Pull
• Horse, oxen and cattle pulling competitions
• New England Lawn Mower Racing
• Live music throughout the weekend
• Magic, comedy, juggling and hypnotist performances
• 4-H livestock shows and exhibits
• Charmingfare Farm Petting Zoo
• Farmers Market & Home Arts
• Giant pumpkins and agricultural exhibits
• Fair food, vendors, shopping and more

FAIR DATES & HOURS

Thursday, September 3 • 5 PM–10 PM
Friday, September 4 • 8 AM–11 PM
Saturday, September 5 • 8 AM–11 PM
Sunday, September 6 • 8 AM–11 PM
Monday, September 7 • 8 AM–5 PM

TICKETS

• Buy tickets online: https://www.hsfair.org/buy-tickets/
• Fair admission tickets can also be purchased at the gates.

Active-duty military, veterans and retirees are admitted FREE with valid photo ID.

Parking on the fairgrounds is FREE.

Gather the family, bring your appetite and make a day - or an entire weekend - of one of New Hampshire’s favorite Labor Day traditions.

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