Shippensburg Community Fair
 

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Fair Information
The Shippensburg Community Fair is one of the summer's biggest highlight events in south-central Pennsylvania.  The fair attracts tens-of-thousands of visitors during the six day event.  For years we have strived to retain free admission to our fair and we do so even today.  The fair brings the community together by uniting town and country to teach about our rich agricultural heritage.

The fair first began under the leadership of former president Frank Lerew and continues under current president Richard Wyrick.  Over the years our fair has experienced tremendous growth, something that has forced us to continue expanding.  You can read more about the history of our event on the History page.

Our event is organized by the members of the Shippensburg Community Fair Board of Directors, a committed group of individuals who manage the fair, as well as any improvements or changes made to the event.  The Board of Directors meets at least once per month to discuss the improvements and procedures for the upcoming year.  Fair Committees are also quite influential in the execution of the fair, as our volunteers are always available to lend a hand.

Our fair is always held the last full week of July, Monday through Saturday.  Fair activities begin each evening, however, activities are held all day on Wednesday and Saturday.

We are currently planning our 56th annual fair, scheduled for July 22 to 27, 2013.
 

Mission Statement
The goal and mission of the Shippensburg Community Fair is simple:

"To educate and inform the public about agricultural products and services
as well as provide a venue for family entertainment and community awareness."

 
 

Fast Facts

Average Attendance 45,000 to 65,000 visitors per year
Days of Official Operation 6 days, held the last full week in July
Average Total Fair Exhibitors 900 to 1,200 exhibitors
Admission Price FREE!
Daily Parking Price $5.00 per vehicle
Weekly Parking Price $14.00 per vehicle for the week






 

Future Fair Dates

2013 Shippensburg Community Fair July 22 to 27, 2013
2014 Shippensburg Community Fair July 21 to 26, 2014
2015 Shippensburg Community Fair July 20 to 25, 2015
2016 Shippensburg Community Fair July 25 to 30, 2016
2017 Shippensburg Community Fair July 24 to 29, 2017







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