Play Cumberland County Fair Trivia: Can you Answer All 5 of These Questions Correctly?

It's officially time to accept fall. Fairs are in Maine, fall activities are starting at farms, and let's be honest, most leaves are showing their new colors.

The Cumberland County Fair (happening September 22, 2024, through September 28, 2024), is annually one of the biggest staples in Maine that serves as the first hint that summer is really over, but at least it's a positive hint.

Truthfully, I love going on the road to broadcast from it!

This fair has been doing its' thing every fall since 1868 and for that reason alone it has served as a tradition for many families in New England.

With that being said, let's see if you can answer some trivia questions about one of the longest-running fairs in New England.

I'll put the answers at the end of the article so you can challenge yourself as you read hehe. Sidenote, these are all fact-checked by visitportland.

1. What is the theme of the Cumberland County Fair 2024?
2. How many people attend the Cumberland County Fair each year?

(TRUE OR FALSE) :

3. This year is the 151st Annual Cumberland County Fair.
4. Is alcohol served at the Cumberland County Fair?
5. Can you buy livestock from the Cumberland County Fair?

Answers:
1. Theme: "Meet the farmers"
2. 60,000 people expected
3. FALSE, it is the 152nd
4. YES, TRUE
5. Yes, in fact the 4-H Livestock Auction is happening Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. according to umaine.edu

Here's more details on the Cumberland County Fair.

When: September 22, 2024 through September 28, 2024
Where: Cumberland County Fairgrounds, Maine
Time: 8 a.m -gates open
9 a.m-buildings open
9 p.m- close

Check their website for a full 2024 event schedule. Have fun this year guys!

Here's a full schedule for all the Maine & New Hampshire fairs and festivals this year: