Middlesex County Fair Runs Aug. 6 - Aug. 12

EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Come one, come all! The Middlesex County Fair runs from Aug. 6 through Aug. 12 and is held at the Middlesex County Fairgrounds, 655 Cranbury Road in East Brunswick.

Now celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, the Middlesex County Fair is a beloved late-summer tradition that welcomes visitors from not just Central New Jersey, but across the state and tri-state region.

Fair hours are Monday through Friday 5-11 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets are $7 per adult, $4 for seniors (65 years old), $1 for children 3-12 years old. Two-years old and younger free. Parking is free.

There are the usual rides, such as the Ferris Wheel and other rides, but also exhibits from Middlesex County 4-H, such as a dog agility show, a goat show, a horse show, a pie-eating contest and more. There will also be a livestock tent and a small animal tent, where children and others can pet and feed livestock. Here is a schedule of the 4-H events every day this week: http://middlesexcountyfair.com...

For those who love arts and crafts, there will also be fascinating craft demonstrations every day, such as Faberge egg decorating, blacksmithing and stained glass painting. Here is a schedule of the daily interactive craft exhibits: http://middlesexcountyfair.com...

Check out the agriculture building, where children can learn about New Jersey's rich farming history and the farming that continues in our state to this very day. There is also an extensive home arts section, where people show off prize-winning vegetables, tomatoes, home-baked goods and more.

All photos of the fair provided by Middlesex County.