Looking for a fun-filled, family-friendly escape this summer? Mark your calendars: the Somerset County Fair in Princess Anne, Maryland, returns Friday?Sunday, July 25–27, 2025, with pre?fair pageants and contests starting July 22
Come Experience the Somerset County Fair (Maryland)!
If you're searching for your next summer outing, skip the drive to Pennsylvania and head right to Princess Anne, Maryland for the 82nd annual Somerset County Fair, running July 25–27, 2025, with pageants and contests kicking off July 21–22 at the Somerset County Civic Center. Admission and parking are completely free
Dates & Location
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Pre?fair events:
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July 21 (Little Miss & Junior Pageants)
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July 22 (Fair Queen Contest)
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Fairgrounds open:
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July 25–27 at 11828 Crisfield Lane, Princess Anne, MD (behind the Civic Center)
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This is the only Somerset County Fair in Maryland’s Somerset County—not to be mistaken with Somerset County in Pennsylvania, which hosts its own separate fair in mid?August
Why You Should Go
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Totally free – both admission and parking
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Family-friendly – compact layout ideal for toddlers and seniors
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Packed with fun – agricultural exhibits, live animals, contests, and demonstrations
Fair Highlights
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Livestock & animal shows: Dairy goats, swine, sheep, beef cattle, rabbits, and the exciting Pig Showdown
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Contests & kids’ events: Touch?A?Truck, Youth Glow Party, Smelly Shoe, Watermelon Eating, Pedal Pulls, Shaving Cream Wars, Greased Pig Contest, and more!
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Community vibes: Vendor Mall, Somerset’s Best Desserts Auction, 50/50 raffle, Fair Olympics, and indoor/exhibit hall with air?conditioning
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New this year: Waterfowl carving demos and a mystery big-return event
Sample Itinerary
Friday, July 25
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9?AM: Fair opens
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Midday: Dairy cattle & dairy goat shows
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5:30?PM: Fair Olympics
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7?PM: Horse Pull
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8?PM: Youth Glow Party
Saturday, July 26
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All-day: Touch?A?Truck, Swine/Beef/Sheep Shows
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Noon: Chicken Scratch & Smelly Shoe Contest
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Afternoon: Pedal Pull, Watermelon Eating
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Evening: Greased Pig and Shaving Cream Wars
Sunday, July 27
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6:30?AM: Pig Showdown
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11?AM: 4?H Fashion Revue
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Noon: Garden Tractor Pull
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4–5?PM: Awards, livestock release, and fair closes
Why It's Special
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Rural, relaxed atmosphere – great for families wanting a break from larger fairs
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Showcases local pride – 4-H clubs, community vendors, and fundraisers all in one lively space
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Educational & entertaining – hands-on learning with animals, agriculture, and old?fashioned contests
? Plan Your Visit
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Where: 11828 Crisfield Lane, Princess Anne, Maryland 21853
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When: July 21–22 (pageants & contests); July 25–27 (fair open to public)
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Cost: Free admission & parking—just bring your sense of adventure!
Don't miss The Somerset County Fair this summer! From farm animals and fierce contests to delicious treats and community spirit, it’s the perfect family getaway—and it’s right here in Princess Anne, MD. See you at the fair!
