Guide to Massachusetts Fall Fairs

When Massachusetts residents recognize that summer is truly gone and fall has settled in they sometimes decide to enjoy the beauty of the season at hand and head out for a Massachusetts fall fair. Small towns all across the commonwealth celebrate community, raise money for local causes and welcome everyone to join in the seasonal fun of a fall fair. If you live in the Bay State or are here on business or vacation don't miss the chance to sample Massachusetts fall fairs where there is mall town fun for everyone just around the next bend in the road.

Holliston Historical Society Harvest Fair. For 27 years the Holliston Historical Society has been sponsoring an annual antiques and crafts fair which attracts some of the best artisans and antique dealers in the region , as well as lots of area families and crafts aficionados. This years even will be held on Sunday September 23, 2007 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. with a rain date of Sept. 30.

What is intriguing, especially for first time attendees is that the Holliston Historical Society Harvest Fair is held on the grounds of the Asa Whiting House . The House stands on the property used for the construction of the first home ever built in Holliston. The present home was built by Asa Whiting in 1812 and stands as a reminder of the long history of Holliston, MA . Located some 25 miles west of Boston, this small New England town was incorporated in 1724 and has maintained its small town heritage since then.

Folks gather at the Holliston Historical Society Harvest Fair to browse the excellent hand made New England crafts and visit with antique dealers . There is a silent auction featuring goods and services donated for the occasion by area businesses. Kids can enjoy activities prepared just for them, the headliner being pony rides on the grounds . In the afternoon tours of the Asa Whiting House are provided. Throughout the fair hungry visitors can get a bite to eat in the historic Whiting barn where food is on sale.

All proceeds from the Holliston Historical Society Harvest Fair go to support the ongoing work of the society. This is the main fund raising option used by the society during the year and support from locals and passers by is much appreciated.

Sudbury Harvest Craft Fair In 2005, the town of Sudbury was named as the best town in which to raise a family in all of Massachusetts. One of the reasons that Sudbury is a great place to live is certainly the native beauty of this area which has been resolutely protected by residents. Another reason is the quantity and quality of community events held here.

The Sudbury Harvest Craft Fair combines both of those features. It is a wonderful community event held on the picturesque grounds of the First Parish Church of Sudbury on Concord Road. This year marks the 106th annual fair and anything with that much tradition behind it deserves a peak. The fair will be held on October 13,2007 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. with a general admission of $3 charged. There will be a classic array of arts and crafts products for your viewing and purchase. At the Sudbury Harvest Craft Fair you can get the real feeling of old New England by enjoying homemade bread and soup as part of a community lunch. The Sudbury Harvest Craft Fair is a wonderful opportunity to bring family together for a relaxing fall day in the midst of truly rustic beauty and lots of pleasant people. You just can find that everywhere.

Amherst Celebrates Everything. The town of Amherst , is set in the western part of Massachusetts within sight of the scenic Berkshires. It is known for its educational institutions. It is home to the University of Massachusetts, a large state facility and Amherst College, a much smaller private college that annually draws the attention of outstanding scholars. Autumn in Amherst is full of the buzz of new students arriving and settling in to their school year surroundings.

Amherst is also home to ordinary families who have their own lives and activities that bind them together as a community. One of these activities is the 21st annual Apple Harvest Festival Craft Fair and Children's Festival to be held on September 29th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The event is sponsored in part by the Amherst Family Center with the support of the Amherst Chamber of Commerce. The long name of the event signals the fact that a lot is going to happen at this event that takes place on the Amherst town common. Throughout the day craft displays will be available for public viewing and sale. There will be ongoing entertainment, food offerings and lots of kids games. All are welcomed to come and enjoy this small town festival. No admission is required.

Fall can be a time for lots of wonderful family activities. Without draining the family budget, New England families can enjoy the fun offered by Massachusetts fall fairs.