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Directions to the Fair 83rd Annual The 83rd Annual Warren County Farmers’ Fair Blairstown Warren County Come Out & Play! Poconos TO NY Farmers’ Fair Hope The roots of our Fair date back to four cold days in 1859, featuring the when 6,000 visitors traveled many miles and braved chilly October N Hot Air Balloon Festival winds to view farm equipment, produce, animals, and very popular Hackettstown horse races at an event sponsored by the “Farmer’s Mechanics & Manufacturers Association” of Warren County. PA Belvidere July 31 - August 7, 2021 Over the years, the Fair was held under various names, on Washington various sites, and never failed to be a great attraction. From 1876 when “Mr. Brugler’s swines were especially fine”, to the turn-of-the Come Out & Play! century when the crowds at the Belvidere Fair swelled to 18,000 Bethlehem fun-seekers, the Fair carried on its tradition of family NJ Easton entertainment. Always a place for In 1937 sponsorship of the Fair was assumed by the Warren Phillipsburg TO NY affordable family fun. County Board of Agriculture, Pomona Grange and the United Milk Producers. This year the Warren County Farmers’ Fair Association is proud to be celebrating 83 years. Today, the Fair provides eight days of educational & affordable family fun and entertainment. There is Follow the GREEN TENT SIGNS as you approach the Fair, located 3 something for all ages and interests. miles north of Phillipsburg, on County Rt. 519. If you have never experienced our Fair, a trip this year is a must. The Fair offers a wonderful look at agriculture with 4H & From Morristown: Rt. 80 W. to exit 12 (Blairstown/Hope). Turn left onto Rt. 521 So. to light in Hope. Go straight 6 miles on Rt. 519 So. to FFA involvement, animal shows and contests, farm exhibits and Rt. 46, then continue 10 miles on Rt. 519 So. more. Over the years additional attractions have been added. Today’s traditional favorites include the Hot Air Balloon Festival, From Trenton: Take Rt. 31 N. to Rt. 78 W., then take exit #3 off Rt. 78 Power Events in the Main Arena, free concerts, car shows and the to Rt. 22 W. Go past ShopRite to next light, turn right onto Rt. 519 N. Fairgrounds on left. popular Kids’ Corral. This year the Fair kicks off with the Rafter Z Rodeo Bulls, From Allentown/Easton: Take Rt 22 E. through Phillipsburg. Just past Barrels & Horse Racing show. The show starts at 6:00 pm with Lil’ Phillipsburg Mall, turn left onto Rt. 519 N. Fairgrounds on left. Buckaroo’s and Mutton Bustin’ and the main event starts at 7pm. From the Poconos: Follow Rt. 80 to exit 4B (Buttzville, Portland). Then Tickets are required. The week ends with an all new NJ High Rt. 46 E. for approx. 8 1/2 miles to second light. Turn right at light School Rodeo Association day of competition. Tickets required for onto Rt. 519 So., continue for 10 miles. Fairgrounds on right. the final round. These are just a few newly added or expanded events at the 2021 Warren County Farmers’ Fair! From New York/North Jersey: Follow Rt. 78 to Exit 3 (last exit in NJ). Take exit 3, continue to 3rd light at Rt. 519. Turn right onto Rt. 519 N. Be sure to visit the website for the full schedule of activities: Cross Rt. 57 at the light, and continue 3 more miles on Rt. 519. www.warrencountyfarmersfair.org Fairgrounds on left. From Philadelphia: Take the NE Extension to Allentown and exit for I‐ 78 heading E. to Phillipsburg, first exit in NJ. Take exit 3, continue to 3rd light at Rt. 519. Turn right onto Rt. 519 N. Cross Rt. 57 at the light, and continue 3 more miles on Rt. 519. Fairgrounds on left. From Philadelphia (Alternate directions): 611 through Doylestown. About 20 miles in the town of Harrow, bear right (not 412), continue until you reach 32 in Kintnersville. Follow N. up the river to Easton. Take Rt 22 East through Phillipsburg. Just past the Phillipsburg Mall, turn left onto Rt. 519 N. Fairgrounds on left. Address For GPS: 1350 Strykers Road, Phillipsburg NJ 08865 Harmony Twp., Warren County Less than 1 hour and a half from New York City and Philadelphia. 3 miles N. of Phillipsburg on County Rte. 519 Spend the day out in the beautiful countryside of Warren County, www.warrencountyfarmersfair.org New Jersey. ExploreWarren.org www.balloonfestnj.com NEW FAIR HOURS 2021 Highlights – Shows, Exhibits and Activities 12 - 10 PM Saturdays, Sunday 3 - 10 PM Monday through Friday DAILY/MULTI-DAY ACTIVITIES SUNDAY, AUGUST 1 WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4 Note: Gates may be open for earlier activities during the KIDS’ CORRAL CHILDRENS’ TENT (NEW LOCATION VETERAN’S DAY – free admission w/ID Card 4-H PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS & DEMOS 3 PM week. Please keep in mind Exhibit Buildings, Commercial FOR 2021, TRADITIONAL ARTS BUILDING) OPEN HORSE SHOW 8 AM STOCK/HOT STOCK TRACTOR PULL 4:30 PM Buildings and other Fair activities may not be open until 12‐8 PM Sats., Sun. GARDEN TRACTOR PULL 10 AM 4-H/FFA POULTRY & GAME BIRD SHOW 6 PM 12 noon on weekends and 3 pm on weekdays. 3‐9 PM Mon. thru Fri. 4-H/FFA ANIMAL SHOWS 10 AM‐8 PM 4-H/FFA & OPEN HORSE COSTUME CLASS 7 PM HOME & GARDEN BLDG. WARREN HILLS FFA ALUMNI CAR SHOW 11‐4 PM OPEN PET SHOW 7:30 PM “WARREN COUNTY & YOU” EXHIBIT BLDG. OPEN QUOIT TOURNAMENT 1‐8 PM Admission 12‐9 PM Sats., Sun. YOUTH PEDAL TRACTOR OBST. COURSE 3:30 PM THURSDAY, AUGUST 5 Adult: $9 • Ages 6-12: $5 • Ages 5 & Under: Free 3‐9 PM Mon. thru Fri. DEMOLITION DERBY* 6 PM 4-H/FFA HORSE SHOW 3 PM Season Pass: $36 • FREE PARKING VENDORS/ EXHIBIT BLDGS. GREEN PLANET BAND 6 PM ADDED DAY CUTEST BABY CONTEST 3:30 PM Sunday: Veterans Day – free admission with proper ID 12‐10 PM Sats., Sun. ADDED DAY BABY CRAWLING 4:30 PM Monday: Senior Citizens Day – free admission with Medicare Card 4-H PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS & DEMOS 3 PM 3‐10 PM Mon. thru Fri. MONDAY, AUGUST 2 BALLOON ACTIVITY – weather permitting Senior Citizens & Disability Awareness Day — Free YOUTH PEDAL TRACTOR OBST. COURSE 3 PM 4-H/FFA & OPEN BEEF/STEER SHOW 5 PM Schedule of Events, Directions, Mass Balloon Launch 6:30 PM daily Admission for Senior Citizens all day by showing RABBIT HOPPING EXHIBITION 6 PM Tethered Balloon Rides Exact tether time TBD your Medicare Card. Contest Rules & Regs MOTORCYCLE SHOW 6‐8 PM FRED G. MONSTER (Sat, Sun, Wed, Sat) 7:30 PM SENIOR CITIZEN & DISABILITY AWARENESS SHOW VISIT WEB: www.warrencountyfarmersfair.org 4-WHEEL DRIVE TRUCK PULL* 7 PM NEW WARREN GARDEN CLUB “GARDEN PATH” Tai Chi with Stan Cohen 1:30‐2 PM, 2:30‐3 PM CALL: 908-859-6563 • fax: 908-475-6514 Programs Daily at 6:30 PM GIBSON’S GYM: Senior Weight Management / FRIDAY, AUGUST 6 EMAIL: [email protected] CARNIVAL RIDES Rides to run continuously during In‐home Physical Exercise 2:30‐3:30pm 4-H/FFA GAMES ON HORSEBACK 1 PM MAILING ADDRESS: 165 Co. Rt. 519 S., Belvidere, NJ 07823 Fair hours, as weather permits. POSTAL INSPECTOR: G.BOTTI Fraud & Scams in 4-H/FFA ALPACA SHOW 3 PM Wristbands Mon.‐Weds. $30, ride all the rides the Aged and Disabled Population 2‐3 PM 4-H SEEING EYE DOG DEMOS 6 PM BalloonFest Info ~ Book a Ride Family Pack 20 Tix ‐ $25 4‐H/FFA GOAT SHOW 1 PM KID’S RODEO ROUNDUP 6 PM Super Saver 45 Tix ‐ $50 VISIT WEB: www.balloonfestnj.com 4‐H MINI HORSE SHOW 2 PM 4-H/FFA LIVESTOCK TRAIL 6 PM CALL: 908-283-0721 EMAIL: [email protected] Single Tix $1.50 each (3‐4‐5 tickets per ride.) NEW DAY/TIME ANTIQUE TRACTOR PULL 3 PM BOBBY CLARK BAND, in concert 7 PM NEW CZIG MEISTER BREWERY BEER GARDEN NEW SENIOR SQUARE DANCING** 4-5 PM NEW AMERICA’S SQUARE DANCE TEAM** 7 PM 12‐10 PM, Saturdays, 3‐10 PM Friday ANTIQUE CAR SHOW 5‐8 PM DEMOLITION DERBY* 8 PM Vendor Info STORYTIME AT POKEY’S PLACE 4 PM daily FIRE EQUIPMENT/APPARATUS SHOW 5‐9 PM EMAIL: [email protected] DRONE DEMOS 2‐3 PM Saturdays, Sunday 4-H SEEING EYE DOG DEMONSTRATION 6 PM SATURDAY, AUGUST 7 STROLLING BANJO PLAYER, CHUCK WINCH** KIDDIE PEDAL PULL 12 PM FAIR QUEEN & PRINCESS CONTEST 7:30 PM Advance Event Ticket / Season Passes 3‐6 PM Tuesday & Wednesday BIG WHEEL RACE 1 PM TUESDAY, AUGUST 3 OLD TIME COUNTRY KARAOKE 1‐5 PM Advance Tickets are available for Rafter Z Rodeo and Demolition Derbies, by Mail Order Only through July 15, 2021 SATURDAY, JULY 31 4-H/FFA & OPEN DAIRY SHOW 9:30 AM NJ HIGH SCHOOL RODEO ASSOC. EVENTS 4-H PRESENTATIONS & DEMOS 3 PM SLACK RODEO PERFORMANCE 12:30 PM Download Mail Order Form Online at: BAKING CONTEST 10 AM CUTEST BABY CONTEST 3:30 PM COWBOY & COWGIRL MEET & GREET 3:30 PM www.warrencountyfarmersfair.org TRUCK SHOW 12‐4 PM BABY CRAWLING 4:30 PM TOP GUN RODEO PERFORMANCE* 5:30 PM NEW JACKPOT OPEN SHEEP SHOW 12‐9 PM STOCK TRACTOR PULL 4:30 PM D2W Pro Wrestling 6 PM FRYING PAN THROWING 12 PM PINK LADY RIDERS 6 PM LEAH MARIE FULS, in concert 6 PM NEW AG OLYMPICS OBSTACLE COURSE 3:30 PM 4-H SEEING EYE DOG MEET & GREET 6 PM CIRCLE ROUND THE SUN BAND 5‐7 PM Fairgrounds Handicap Accessible OPEN TALENT SHOW 7 PM * Additional Fees Apply.