BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR
ABOUT THE FAIR AND ITS ORGANIZATION
The Burlington County Farm Fair, Inc. is a nonprofit organization with a mission to promote agriculture, social life, and youth as well as educating the general public by conducting a yearly agricultural fair with exhibits, livestock, and farm products. Located on the beautiful Burlington County Fairgrounds in Springfield Township, the fair offers a variety of activities to the tens of thousands of visitors that attend each year Horses, cows, rabbits, chickens, sheep, goats and other animals are on display each day. Most of these are shown by 4-H members, each of whom hopes to win a blue ribbon.
On Friday, there will be a dairy cow show at 12:30 p.m. in the North Show Tent.
Daily horse shows, open to the public, are also a major attraction.
Antique steam engines and antique farm equipment will bring back memories for many. The tractor pulls are a very popular attraction conducted by the Central Jersey Tractor Pullers Association in a dedicated arena.
The Farmer for a Day Tent, sponsored by the Women’s Committee of the Burlington County Board of Agriculture, offers each child who visits the fair a chance to be a “Farmer for a Day.”
There are many more things to see and do at the Burlington County Farm Fair! Come on down and have some fun!
FAIR ADMISSION
Official fair times are 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, 2024, through Saturday, July 20, 2024. There may be events that are held before the official opening time. Check the daily schedule located in this section and updated online at www.burlingtoncountyfarmfair.com .
Daily admission is FREE.
NO SMOKING on the fairgrounds, please!
Dogs are allowed anywhere on the Fairgrounds property. You must pick up after your dog and it must be on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Note that dogs are NOT allowed in the remote parking lot or on the shuttle buses.
Turn to Radio Station AM 1620 for Farm Fair traffic details.
FAIR HOURS
Official fair hours are from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. daily,from Tuesday, July 16, 2024, through Saturday, July 20, 2024. However, 4H Competition Events begin at 7 a.m. Refer to the daily schedules on www.burlingtoncountyfarmfair. com for more information.
Note that for events and competitions starting earlier than the official hours, go to the fair website: www.burlingtoncountyfarmfair.com and click on “SCHEDULE” link on the homepage.
MAJESTIC MIDWAY RIDES
The Burlington County Farm Fair Association and Majestic Midways of York, Pennsylvania have a great bargain for families!
Wristband Special – Every Day of the Fair! Wristbands may not be used for multiple days. A new wristband must be purchased for each day of the fair.
4 p.m. – 6 p.m. – Wristband cost is $30
6 p.m. – 10 p.m. – Wristband cost is $35
Majestic Midways TICKETLESS “Magic Money” digital credits! No more paper tickets! A reusable plastic card or the Magic Money phone app can be used to purchase Midway ride tickets and buy from Midway concessions only at this time. (All other vendors are only accepting cash or credit card). There is a one-time cost of $2.00
for the card, but it can be reloaded and reused every day of the fair, and even next year!
All rides take 3, 4, or 5 tickets.
NOTICE: There are no refunds given for any reason, at any time, during the fair. For safety reasons, all ride height requirements will be strictly enforced!
Free Area: Munchkinland is for small children 42 inches tall and under, with a play port for children under 36 inches tall. Open every day.
FOOD COURT
We have a new food court called The South West Food Court.
It is located directly across from the animal tents and Spike Driving.
All of the food vendors in the SW Food Court are new this year.
CHILDREN’S DAY
Children’s Day is on Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when Midway Rides will be closed.
Animal tents will be open with 4-H and private owners on hand to show their animals.
A Dining Pavilion is available to visitors who bring their own lunches or buy fair food. Visitors may buy food from any open food vendor.
A “Farmer for a Day” tent will be open with goodies for the children.
PARKING
Parking is available directly across the street from the Farm Fair entrance. The donation per car, per day is $15.
A multi-day parking pass for a $30 donation is available from any of the parking lot attendants.
If you have a U.S. Military ID (active or retired), show your ID to the parking attendant
and pay $10 per carload parking donation as our thank you to our military fairgoers! Load up the car and come on down!
A remote parking area is located within the Columbus Farmer’s Market parking lot. ONLY AVAILABLE WHEN THE LOT AT THE FAIRGROUNDS IS FULL . In the event the fairgrounds’ lot is full, FREE shuttles will be offered to the main entrance of the fairgrounds. A special, dedicated motorcycle parking area is in close proximity to all the action. No shuttle is necessary. All bike clubs are welcome! NO COLORS, PLEASE. See parking lot attendants for motorcycle parking area.
Handicapped parking is located in the main parking lot. Transportation into the fair can be provided upon request. See any parking lot attendant for this service.
ANIMAL HEALTH RULES
Information on the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s 2024 Fair/Show Animal Health Recommendations, Regulations, and Forms can be found on the AG department’s website at https://www. burlingtoncountyfarmfair.com/information.html .
Photo By Mark Fletcher
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR • LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
THE MAN OF OVER 100 VOICES
Scott Gager is a singing voice impersonator. He can impersonate over 100 voices. Scott has performed in Nashville, TN; Branson, MO; Atlantic City, NJ; and locally throughout the South Jersey area. In July of 2017, Scott performed at the Capitol Building in Washington, DC. He has been featured in several newspaper articles, most recently in the Burlington County Times.
Currently, Scott is the #1 followed act on Facebook in the State of New Jersey with over 70,000 followers.
Scott discovered he could impersonate six years ago. He began to work on his vocals and soon learned he had the ability to impersonate virtually anyone, in all genres of music. In March of 2012, Scott began performing weekly at a local bar. From August to October of that same year, Scott was hired as the featured singer at the Steel Pier in Atlantic City.
On election night of 2012, Scott wrote a song called "Red and Blue" about how divided our nation has become. Scott and his wife, Debbie, finished the song just before their son deployed to Afghanistan. The song was produced in a local studio by Paul Presto and has been played on the radio.
Scott and his wife, Debbie, along with Paul Presto, recently wrote a song called "Alone" about their personal experience with a Veteran suffering from PTSD. The song is resonating with people all over the country.
same song, from word to word. You can find Scott (Scott Gager Man of 100 Voices) on Facebook and YouTube. "Red and Blue" is available on iTunes.
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GROUSER GIRLS
The Grouser Girls are a country-based sister duo from New Jersey.
From sharing their love of music in school shows to taking the stage at their alma mater, Casey and Carlie have been performing together for a lifetime. They officially began performing as a “duo” in 2017. With the support and guidance of family, friends, and incredible people that The Grouser Girls have met along the way, this sister duo has had the opportunity to perform at various establishments and events – near and far – such as wineries, breweries, restaurants, fundraisers,
weddings, private parties, and more!
“We take pride in our unique blend of harmonies and love getting our audience involved in the fun,” the duo declared. “Our love for singing and performing has been a huge part of our lives and continues to fill our journey with new and exciting places and people!”
The Grouser Girls are truly grateful for every single person, every establishment, and every minute that they are able to live out their dream – it is all thanks to you!
The Grouser Girls, of Columbus, will live that dream once more, performing in the Dining Pavilion on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
The Grouser Girls.
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Scott Gager. Photo Provided
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR • LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
BULLZEYE BAND
Chatsworth’s own singer, song writer and guitar player Tom Baz, and the renowned Bullzeye Band, will offer “rockin’ country music” in the North Show Tent on Friday, July 19, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. Baz was born in 1973, in Brooklyn, New York, and raised in Chatsworth. The son of a U.S. airman and seasoned New York bull rider, Baz was exposed to a diverse music collection at an early age.
Artists like Elvis Presley, Jim Croce, the Rolling Stones, Don Williams, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams Sr. and Jr., Lynyrd Skynyrd, George Strait and Keith Whitley were staples in the Baz home.
Baz attributes his diverse taste in music to his entire family, but mostly to his father’s musical tastes and older brother, who is also a musician and artist. The musical influences do not stop with country though, as Baz’s unique sound
also comes from listening to rock bands such as Rush, the Stray Cats, Southern Culture on The Skids and Van Halen.
When he is not with his band, Baz performs in acoustic shows—solo—or with percussionist Johnny “Sticks” Anderson.
THE WOODSHOP BAND
The Woodshop Band comprising Marybeth Johns, Steve Makuka and George Cann performs
acoustic music for most occasions, folk – classic rock – blues – bluegrass – oldies. They will be performing in the Dining Pavilion on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.
VERBATIM
Verbatim is an experienced, dynamic and melodic cover band from the tri-state area that brings passion, high-intensity energy and professionalism to every performance while playing your favorite rock/pop hits.
Verbatim will be performing in the North Show Tent on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 8:30 p.m.
OTHER MUSICAL ACTS & PERFORMANCES
• Jim Skanes - North Show Tent - Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 6:00 p.m.
• Josh Holland - Dining Pavilion - Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
• The Presto Band - North Show TentWednesday, July 17, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.
• Atonal Ascent (formerly Cascarella) - Dining Pavilion - Friday, July 19, 2024 at 8:30 p.m.
• Acoustic Explorer - North Show TentSaturday, July 20, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.
• Retro Replay - Dining Pavilion - Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
Tom Baz and renowned Bullzeye Band in a performance.
Photo By Ryan Marchese
Verbatim.
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The Woodshop Band. Photo Provided
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR • MAJOR EVENTS
CHILDREN’S DECORATED WAGON CONTEST
This contest will take place on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the North Show Tent. Registration is at 5:30 p.m. the same day.
There are 2 categories for participation: Children age 10 and under, and Children age 11 to 13. Families may participate by decorating a wagon or stroller. Entries in the individual and group categories will be judged on neatness, originality, and theme.
Children 10 and under and families may participate by decorating a wagon or stroller. Entries in the individual and group categories will be judged on neatness, originality, and theme.
Entries are encouraged to use this year's theme, "Christmas in July", or "The Family Fun Fair", or go with your own. Be creative and have fun!
No open flames or fires allowed.
To pre-register or for questions, call Barbara Shinn at 609-410-2608.
DRAFT HORSE PULL
If you enjoy Tractor Pulls, you’ll love watching the horses perform. Come out on Wednesday, July 17, 2024. The weigh-in starts at 3 p.m. and the pull starts at 6 p.m. The horses will pull at the same location as the tractors, next to Jacksonville-Jobstown Road, just west of the Farm Fair main entrance.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY
All horses must have proof of a negative Coggins test dated within one year.
Animals originating from outside of New Jersey must be accompanied by a health certificate (CVI) completed by a veterinarian within 30 days of the event. Burlington County Farm Fair must be listed as the destination on the health certificate.
ANTIQUE
MACHINERY AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER
Come watch the parade of antique tractors, farm equipment and garden tractors every day of the fair at 5:00 p.m. Parade will be around the entire fairgrounds. Take a step back in time and visit these old tractors and a large assortment of other farm machinery. Antique cars and trucks are also on display. The Antique Farm Equipment Show has been growing each year at the Burlington County Farm Fair. Formerly coordinated by the late Mr. Coles Roberts of Southampton and the late Mr. Larry Cauffman of Masonville. Both of these men were Trustees and gave over 50 years of service and volunteer time to the fair. The Cauffman family of Masonville continues to coordinate the old farm gasoline engine section of the show. The putt-putt-sputter-putt of his machines serves as a calling for old engine buffs, and attracts thousands of people to the exhibit. Field corn will be shelled throughout the Fair with a
two-hole corn sheller, a slow process compared with our modern combines. Spectators may receive a souvenir corncob!
TRACTOR PULL
The tractor pulls are run by the Central Jersey Tractor Pullers Association (CJTPA). Both large and garden tractors will compete in separate events.
Please visit the CJTPA website at www.cjtpa.org for detailed information about tractor pulls at the Farm Fair and during other times of the year.
BUILD A RECYCLED SCARECROW
Build A Recycled Scarecrow Contest! Entries will be accepted on Monday, July 15, 2024, from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
RULES
• Scarecrow may be an individual, group, club or family project.
• Scarecrow must be 4 to 6 feet in height.
• Scarecrow must be constructed from recyclable or reused items/materials. Tape, wire, string, etc. can be used for assembling.
• Scarecrow must be free standing, propped up, or hanging for display during the entire five days of the Farm Fair.
• Scarecrow must have the name(s) of participating individual(s) or group plainly displayed for the judges.
Judges will consider age of participants, originality and creativity in the use of recyclable items, neatness, eye appeal and durability. The decision of the judges is final.
Interested participants must fill out an Entry Form. Contact the Farm Fair office at 609-784-8369 (you may leave a voicemail), or email entry information to bcffairmanager@gmail.com to register an entry. Bring the completed Entry Form with your scarecrow to the Farm Fair Dining Pavilion on Monday, July 15, 2024, from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
Scarecrows should be picked up on Sunday, July 21, 2024, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Any scarecrows not picked up will be discarded for recycling by the Farm Fair.
Winners will be posted on the Burlington County Farm Fair website, and prizes will be mailed to winners.
Photo By Mark Fletcher
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR • MAJOR
FARM FAIR QUEEN PAGEANT
The 2024 Burlington County Farm Fair Queen Contest will be held in the fair’s North Show Tent on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 8:30 p.m.
You can download an application from the fair website at www.burlingtoncountyfarmfair.com . Click on the “Events” tab, then click on “Farm Fair Queen Contest.”
If you have any questions, please contact Queen Pageant Chair, Jamie Padulese, by phone at 856-2961796, or email at jamiemontgomery650@gmail.com .
AWARDS
• Farm Fair Queen: $300
• First Runner-up: $100
• Second Runner-up: $50 (There Will be a Second Runner-up Only If There Are More Than Four Contestants. If there is no Second Runner-up, prize will be split equally among Queen and First Runner-up.)
• Essay Winner: $50
For complete list of rules, visit www.burlingtoncountyfarmfair.com.
FUTURE FARM FAIR QUEEN
The Farm Fair is looking for girls between the ages of 5 and 13 years old to participate in the Future Farm Fair Queen parade!
The parade will take place on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at 8:30 p.m.
All interested girls are asked to report to the North Show Tent. This is not a competition. All girls between the ages of 5 and 13 years old are welcome!
For complete list of rules, visit www.burlingtoncountyfarmfair.com.
AX THROWING
This event will take place every day of the fair from 4:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. in two different locations. This will be a chargeable event for fairgoers.
GRIZZLY & CO. ADVENTURE FOR HIRE AX THROWING
This event will take place behind the food court next to the pig races.
DOWN THE HATCHET AX THROWING
This event will take place next to the military displays. MORE MAJOR EVENTS PREVIEW COVERAGE ON PAGE S10
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Photo By Andrew King
Photo By Andrew King
BOOKMOBILE
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR • MAJOR EVENTS
PLEIN AIR PAINTING COMPETITION
Held from Tuesday, July 16 – Saturday, July 20, 2024, (Rain or Shine). Sponsored by the Willingboro Art Alliance.
PROSPECTUS
Paint the Burlington County Farm Fair, featuring family fun including farm animals, tractors and antique cars, a carnival midway, and entertainment. Any location on or visible from the Farm Fair Grounds is eligible. Artists may paint anytime during the five days of Farm Fair from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Cash prizes offered!
CHECK-IN AND REGISTRATION
Artists may check in to register at the WAA Table located outside the Farm Fair Office (Enter Gate 2) at any of the following times:
• Tuesday, July 16th, 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 17th from 9:30 am to 11:00 a.m.
• Saturday, July 20th, 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Once registered, participating artists will recieve a Parking Pass courtesy of the Farm Fair Management.
ENTRY FEE
$15 for Members, $25 for Non-Members
Additional Entries $10 per piece – NOTE, only one winner per artist Print and fill out Entry Form
Make checks payable to: Willingboro Art Alliance
For complete list of rules, visit www.burlingtoncountyfarmfair.com.
Judging, awards, and sales take place Saturday, July 20, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. in the Dining Pavilion.
BOOKMOBILE
The Burlington County Bookmobile will visit the fair on Friday and Saturday evenings. Location is across from the 4 - H Animal Tents. Please bring your library card or sign up for a new one!
HOME ARTS & CRAFTS
Every night of the Farm Fair, including on Saturday, there will be Front Porch Demonstrations at the Home Arts Tent. They will be held every night.
Photo By Andrew King
Photo By Andrew King
RED EYE RODEO
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR • MAJOR EVENTS
Join us for the 1st Annual Burlington County Farm Fair Rodeo on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 7:00 p.m.
Admission is free and all ages are welcome.
For years this has been in the works! The rodeo will feature bull riding, breakaway roping, barrel racing and team roping. Rodeo is a growing sport all across the country and our goal is to extend the love of the sport to our home base here in New Jersey.
We welcome you to come out and attend the rodeo and watch the various Cowboys and Cowgirls competing.
OPEN PET SHOW
The Annual Pet Show is open to all Burlington County residents and will be held in the North Show Tent at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 19, 2024.
Registration will begin at 6:30 p.m. All categories will have junior (ages 1-15) and senior (16 and older) divisions. Bring your pet and possibly win a blue ribbon!
CATEGORIES
Dogs: Smallest, Longest Legs, Longest Ears, Best Behaved, Best Trick, Judges' Choice*
Cats: Heaviest, Fluffiest, Longest Tail, Best Groomed, Judges' Choice*
Small Mammals: Largest, Smallest, Prettiest, Most Unusual, Judges' Choice*
Farm Animal Pet: Cutest, Best Personality, Judges' Choice* Best Costume: Judges' Choice*
*All Judges' Choice winners will be judged for "Best of Division".
RULES
Owners are responsible for the care of their pet at the show.
All dogs and farm animals must be on a leash and all other animals must be in a cage. All entries must be registered. Registration is held the day of the show before the event.
The decisions of the judges are final.
SPIKE DRIVING AND SKILLET THROWING REGISTRATION
Wednesday through Saturday. Walk through the food court to dining pavilion and turn right. Special events area will be next to the horse arena on the right. Registrations at 6:30 p.m. for women’s skillet throw. Registrations at 7:00 p.m. for men’s spike driving. Events from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. for women’s skillet throw. Events at 7:30 p.m. for men’s spike driving.
OPENING CEREMONIES
In keeping with our annual tradition, the Farm Fair’s opening ceremony will take place in the fair’s North Tent at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday with a performance and singing of the National Anthem by area entertainer Scott Gager.
Visitors will also be greeted by representatives of various fair events, and groups such as the Boy Scouts of America, Burlington County Chapter, the Future Farmers of America and the Burlington County 4-H Program.
Officers and trustees will then assemble for the Pledge of Allegiance and Springfield Mayor David Frank, the fair’s official host, will join other local government leaders to give visitors a “country welcome.” On opening night, at the fairgrounds, the farm fair will have fireworks provided by Pyrotecnico. The show begins at 9:45 p.m. with music and fireworks, weather permitting (RAIN DATE – 9:45 p.m. Wednesday, July 17, 2024).
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR
TUESDAY, JULY 16, 2024
10:00 A.M. 4 - H Meat, Fiber and Dairy Goat Show – North Show Tent
Tractor Driving Contest – Tractor Pull
P.M. Commercial Exhibits Open to Public Robotech Robotics Team Exhibit – County Commercial Tent Home Arts & Crafts Tent Opens
4 - H Exhibits Open to Public
Amusement Rides Open – Wristband Special – $30 Per Person 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. – $35 Per Person 6:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
4 - H Goat Exhibition and Obstacle Course – North Show Tent
4:30 – 10:30 P.M. "Down the Hatchet" Ax Throwing – Located Next to Military Displays Grizzly & Co. Adventure for Hire Ax Throwing – Located Next to Pig Races
5:00 P.M. Antique Farm Equipment and Garden Tractor Parade
Jr Equestrian of the Year Contest Followed By Sr Equestrian of the Year Contest – North Show Tent Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
5 – 7:00 P.M. Meet the 4 - H Horse Clubs! – Skillet Throw Ring next to Horse Arena Email burlington4h@njaes.rutgers.edu for information or questions
5 – 9:00 P.M. Front Porch Demonstrations at the Home Arts Tent
5:45 P.M. 4-H Top Chef Event – North Show Tent
6 – 7:00 P.M. Plein Air Painting Registration at Gate 2
6 – 9:00 P.M. Gary the Balloon Man Appearing at the Flag Pole Plaza
6:00 P.M. Arram Dawn Farm Drill Team Exhibition – Horse Arena Adult Tractor Pull – Tractor Pull Arena
6:15PM 4 - H Parade of Animal Breeds – North Show Tent
6:30 P.M. Musical Entertainment: Scott Gager – North Show Tent
7:00 P.M. Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
Milking Demonstration – Milking Tent
7:30 P.M. Farm Fair Opening Ceremonies – North Show Tent Quilts of Valor Presentation Will Be Given During Opening Ceremonies
Musical Entertainment: The Woodshop Band – Dining Pavilion
8:00 P.M.
Musical Entertainment: Scott Gager – North Show Tent
8:30 P.M. Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
9:45PM FIREWORKS AT THE FAIR! Brought to You By Pyrotecnico
10:00 P.M. 4 - H Exhibits Close for the day
10:30 P.M. Farm Fair Closes for the day
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BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR •
FARM FAIR QUEEN CONTEST
The longest running farm fair event since the fair’s inception in 1947, and one of its most anticipated, is the Farm Fair Queen Contest.
This event held on the second night of the fair (Wednesday), traditionally draws young women who have an interest in the preservation of agriculture in Burlington County.
The queen-elect must be entering either her junior or senior year in high school or its equivalent in a home-school program. Contestants are judged on poise, stage presence and the ability to express themselves verbally, based on their answers to an essay question which is judged at a time other than the evening of the contest.
The queen’s duties are to serve as the official hostess of the fair and to visit all parts of it during the week.
The trustees serve as the queen’s official drivers in various county parades during the year. Emcee Paul Pestritto has been running the contest and announcing the queen since 1996.
In addition, the queen is eligible to compete in the State Agricultural Contest in which the winner represents the state at all county farm fair events. The outgoing queen returns each year to crown her successor. Each queen is expected to complete a “give back” project for the fair. This can be in the form of visiting schools to promote the fair in the spring, or a project that the queen comes up with and runs by the contest director, Jamie Padulese, who is a former queen herself.
Moore’s Meadow
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2024
7:00 A.M.
Open Schooling Dressage Ring – Horse Arena Email burlington4h@njaes.rutgers.edu for information or questions
9:30 – 11:00 A.M. Plein Air Painting Registration at Gate 2
10:00 A.M. 4 - H Poultry Show – Small Animal Tent
11:30 A.M. 4 - H Meat, Fiber and Sheep Show – North Show Tent
12 – 4:00 P.M. Wedding Ceremonies by Joanne Schwartz, County Clerk – Dining Pavilion
3:00 P.M. Draft Horse Pull Registration – Tractor Pull Arena
4:00 P.M. Commercial Exhibits Open To Public Home Arts & Crafts Tent Opens
4 - H Exhibits Open to Public
Amusement Rides Open – Wristband Special – $30 Per Person 4:00–6:00 p.m. – $35 Per Person 6:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
4:30 – 10:30 P.M. "Down the Hatchet" Ax Throwing – Located Next to Military Displays
5:00 P.M.
Antique Farm Equipment and Garden Tractor Parade
Futu re Farmers of America Presentations – Visit the FFA Tent for the Times of These Presentations: Turfgrass Management, Hunting Dogs, Fermenta tion, Agriculture in NJ
5 – 9:00 P.M. Front Porch Demonstrations at the Home Arts Tent
5:00 P.M. Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
5:30 P.M. 4 - H Livestock Dressed Animal Parade – North Show Tent
6 – 9:00 P.M. Gary the Balloon Man Appearing at the Flag Pole Plaza
6:00 P.M.
6:30 P.M.
7 – 9:00 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
Musical Entertainment: Jim Skanes – North Show Tent
Draft Horse Pull – Tractor Pull Arena
Children's Tractor Pull Registration – Northeast Corner Tent
Registration for Women's Skillet Throw –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Women's Skillet Throw –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Children's Tractor Pull Contest – Northeast Corner Tent
Registration for Men's Spike Driving Contest –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
Milking Demonstration – Milking Tent
7:30 P.M.
Musical Entertainment: Josh Holland – Dining Pavilion
Men's Spike Driving Contest –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Musical Entertainment: The Presto Band – North Show Tent
8:30 P.M.
Future Farm Fair Queen Parade – Open to All Girls Ages 5 -13 –North Show Tent
Farm Fair Queen Contest – North Show Tent
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
10:00 P.M. 4 - H Exhibits Close for the day 10:30 P.M. Farm Fair Closes for the day
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR • THURSDAY, JULY 18
BURLINGTON COUNTY 4-H CLOGGERS
Having been around for almost 40 years, the Burlington County 4-H Cloggers are the oldest clogging group in New Jersey. They are a wonderful group of 4-H youth in grades K-12. The club is very active, performing locally and around the tri-state area at events, fairs, and many service oriented performances like nursing homes and senior citizen events. The members learn to improve their public speaking skills while announcing at performances, and develop their citizenship and leadership skills with the yearly community services projects they perform, all while having fun learning the art of Clog Dancing.
For county 4-H members, exhibiting at the Farm Fair is a required activity—and an especially exciting one for the Cloggers, a 4-H dance troupe with about 40 members ranging in age from 5 to 18.
The Burlington County 4 -H Cloggers are supported by hard-working parents who take an active role in the club. Club members, leaders, and parents can all attest to the fact that Clogging is a terrific experience for these 4 -H'ers.
Since clogging has its roots in Appalachia, country music is the group’s prevalent genre, but they include some pop music routines in their repertoire, as well.
The Burlington County 4 - H Cloggers will perform at 7:30 p.m. in the North Show Tent on Thursday, July 18, 2024.
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR
THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2024
7:00 A.M.
Open English Horse Show – Skillet Throw Ring next to Horse Arena Email burlington4h@njaes.rutgers.edu for information or questions
10:00 A.M.– 4:00 P.M. Children's Tour of the Fair
10:00 A.M. 4 - H Exhibits and Animal Tents Open
Farmer for a Day Tent Open with Live Animal Presentations
Children's Photo Op Center – Sponsored By the Burlington County Board of Agriculture Women's Committee
Cook, Sew and Grow 4 - H Club Fashion Show – North Show Tent
11:00 A.M. 4 - H Dress Animal Contest – sponsored by the Fur, Feathers and Four Legged Friends 4 - H Club – North Show Tent
12:00 P.M. Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
Cowboy Larry and Brave Beth Entertainment – Dining Pavilion
1:00 P.M. Livestock Handling Clinic – Livestock Tent
4:00 P.M. Commercial Exhibits Open to Public
Home Arts & Crafts Tent Opens
Cowboy Larry and Brave Beth Entertainment – Touring the Fairgrounds
Amusement Rides Open – Wristband Special – $30 Per Person 4:00–6:00 p.m. – $35 Per Person 6:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
4:30–10:30 P.M. "Down the Hatchet" Ax Throwing – Located Next to Military Displays
Grizzly & Co. Adventure for Hire Ax Throwing – Located Next to Pig Races
5:00–9:00 P.M. Front Porch Demonstrations at the Home Arts Tent
Antique Farm Equipment and Garden Tractor Parade
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
5:30 P.M. Butterfly Release by the 4-H Club Pollinator Protectors – North Show Tent
6–9:00 P.M. Gary the Balloon Man Appearing at the Flag Pole Plaza
6:00 P.M. 4 - H Awards Presentation – North Show Tent
6:30 P.M. Children's Tractor Pull Registration – Northeast Corner
Registration for Women's Skillet Throw –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
7 – 9:00 P.M. Women's Skillet Throw –
Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
7:00 P.M. Children's Tractor Pull Contest – Northeast Corner
Registration for Men's Spike Driving Contest –
Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
Milking Demonstration – Milking Tent
Men's Spike Driving Contest –
7:30 P.M.
Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Women's Skillet Throw 41 and over group –
Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Burlington County 4 - H Cloggers – North Show Tent
8:30 P.M. Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
10:00 P.M. 4 - H Exhibits Close for the day
10:30 P.M. Farm Fair Closes for the day
Photo By Andrew King
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR • FRIDAY, JULY 19
DONATIONS & SPONSORSHIP
For over 78 years, the Burlington County Farm Fair has become a tradition, drawing tens of thousands of visitors every summer. The Burlington County Farm Fair Association is responsible for the planning and execution of the Fair. Organizing an event as large as the fair is an enormous undertaking. Everything from the tents, electric, structures, security and supporting infrastructure is brought in and must be in place in order for the fair to open. This is a huge financial responsibility and we are so grateful to our sponsors who contribute so much to the Fair's success!
We are a non-profit organization whose mission is the promotion and education of agriculture in our community. Please help us continue our mission and the tradition of this annual event by supporting our organization with a contribution.
We have numerous sponsorship opportunities available for your consideration. From sponsorships for each day the fair is held, tent sponsorships, activity sponsors and Friends of the Fair, we are hoping that you can support our efforts.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss any sponsorship opportunities please contact Farm Fair Trustee, Carolyn Shelby, at clshelby@icloud.com or 609-847-1460.
2024 FRIENDS OF THE BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR
PURPLE RIBBON - $500 AND UP
Burlington County 4 - H Leaders Council Inc.
Wayne & Carolyn Shelby
Michael & Nancy Perry
BLUE RIBBON - $200 TO $499
Burlington County 4 - H Cloggers
Dave & Joelle Wentz
Block Party Quilts
Burlington County 4 - H Small Animal Advisory
More Than Hair Salon
Susan Wenger
RED RIBBON - $100 TO $199
Barnyard Bandits 4 - H Club
Ken & Joanne Tice
Young Riders 4 - H Club
YELLOW RIBBON - $1 TO $99
Louise Stewart Crafty Cats 4 - H Club
Burlington County 4 - H Horse Advisory
Hamilton Rod & Gun Club
Nancy Horrisberger Liquor Loft
2024 BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR SPONSORS
TENT SPONSORS
SIGMA Corporation – 4 - H Small Animal Tent
Burlington County Board of Agriculture Women's Committee – Farmer For A Day Tent
EVENT SPONSORS
Laurita Winery LLC – Antique Tractor Parade
FENCE BANNERS
J.S. Braddock Agency
Rutgers Cooperative Extension 4 - H
ACME Lingo Flagpoles
Champion Disposal
Burlington County NJ
Central Jersey Equipment
Central Jersey Tractor Pullers Association
Cherry Valley Tractor Sales
Columbus Farmers Market
National FFA Organization - Agricultural Education
Fox Chase Farm
Garden State Council - Boy Scouts of America
J&L Amish Depot
Pine Barrens Tribune
T. Brooks Web Design
7:00 A.M.
12:30 P.M.
4:00 P.M.
FRIDAY,
CHILDREN’S TRACTOR PULL
Small children will have the opportunity to simulate a “tractor pull” by driving a peddle-driven toy tractor and pulling a small sled behind them to see how far they can drag the sled. The Children’s Tractor Pull Tent is next to the Farmer for a Day Tent.
JULY 19, 2024
Open Western Show – Horse Arena or Skillet Throw Ring
Email burlington4h@njaes.rutgers.edu for information or questions
Open Dairy Cow Show – North Show Tent
Commercial Exhibits Open to Public
Home Arts & Crafts Tent Opens
4 - H Exhibits Open to Public
Amusement Rides Open – Wristband Special – $30 Per Person
4:00–6:00 p.m. – $35 Per Person 6:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
4:30– 10:30 P.M. "Down the Hatchet" Ax Throwing – Located Next to Military Displays
Grizzly & Co. Adventure for Hire Ax Throwing – Located Next to Pig Races
5–9:00 P.M.
5:00 P.M.
5:30 P.M.
Front Porch Demonstrations at the Home Arts Tent
Antique Farm Equipment and Garden Tractor Parade
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
Registration for Children's Decorated Wagon Contest – North Show Tent
6– 9:00 P.M. Gary the Balloon Man Appearing at the Flag Pole Plaza
6:00 P.M.
6:30 P.M.
7 – 9:00 P.M.
Children's Decorated Wagon Contest –North Show Tent (Sponsored by the Farm Bureau Women's Group)
Garden Tractor Pull – Tractor Pull Arena
Family Fun Game Night – Horse Arena Email burlington4h@njaes.rutgers.edu for information or questions
Musical Entertainment: The Grouser Girls – Dining Pavilion
Children's Tractor Pull Registration – Northeast Corner
Registration for Women's Skillet Throw –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Women's Skillet Throw –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
DWExtreme TreeCutting
7:00 P.M.
Children's Tractor Pull Contest – Northeast Corner
Registration for Men's Spike Driving Contest –
Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
Milking Demonstration – Milking Tent
7:30 P.M.
8:30 P.M.
Musical Entertainment: Bullzeye Band – North Show Tent
Men's Spike Driving Contest – Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
Musical Entertainment: Atonal Ascent (formerly Cascarella) – Dining Pavillion
10:00 P.M. 4 - H Exhibits Close for the day
10:30
Photo By Andrew King
Photo By Andrew King
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR •
CLOVERBUD FUN DAY
This event is open to non-4H members.
Entry Fee: $25 day rate
Classes may be canceled/combined at the discretion of the Show Committee.
All riders will receive participation ribbons for each class and one participation award for the day.
Minimum age for riders is 3 years old. Maximum age is 3rd grade (as of the 2023-2024 school year).
Horses may be used by 2 different riders.
English or Western tack may be used.
Cantering is not permitted on Cloverbud Day.
Attire: long pants, shirts with sleeves and boots. No sneakers, no tank tops.
OPEN GAME NIGHT
This event is open to non-4H members and is intended for our more competitive gamers!
Entry Fee: $15/class or $50 day rate
Classes may be canceled/combined at the discretion of the Show Committee.
English or Western tack may be used.
Attire: long pants, shirts with sleeves and boots. No sneakers, no tank tops.
Horse and rider must enter the ring unassisted at the walk or trot. Riders must wait for the gate to close before crossing the starting line.
A horse/pony may only be used once per class. No more than 10 classes per horse/pony.
SATURDAY,
JULY 20
BURLINGTON COUNTY FARM FAIR
SATURDAY, JULY 20, 2024
8:00 A.M. Open Cloverbud Fun Day – Horse Arena Email burlington4h@njaes.rutgers.edu for information or questions
8:30 – 9:30 A.M. Plein Air Painting Registration at Gate 2
8:30 A.M. – 12:30 P.M. Open Dairy Cow Show – North Show Tent
12:00 P.M. Adult Tractor Pull – Tractor Pull Arena
1:00 P.M. "Kiss the Pig" Contest – North Show Tent, Followed by 4 - H Small Animal Club Award Presentations
4:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. Front Porch Demonstrations at the Home Arts Tent
4:00 P.M. Commercial Exhibits Open to Public
Home Arts & Crafts Tent Opens
4 - H Exhibits Open to Public
Amusement Rides Open – Wristband Special – $30 Per Person 4:00–6:00 p.m. – $35 Per Person 6:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
Musical Entertainment: Acoustic Explorer – North Show Tent
4:30 P.M. Plein Air Awards Presentations – Dining Pavilion Paintings Will be for Sale by the Artists
4:30 – 10:30 P.M. "Down the Hatchet" Ax Throwing – Located Next to Military Displays
4:30 – 10:30 P.M. Grizzly & Co. Adventure for Hire Ax Throwing –Located Next to Pig Races
5:00 P.M. Antique Farm Equipment and Garden Tractor Parade
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
6:00 – 9:00 P.M. Gary the Balloon Man Appearing at the Flag Pole Plaza
6:00 P.M. Open Game Night – Horse Arena Email burlington4h@njaes.rutgers.edu for information or questions
6:30 P.M. Children's Tractor Pull Registration – Northeast Corner
Registration for Women's Skillet Throw – FINALS –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
7 – 9:00 P.M. Women's Skillet Throw – FINALS –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
7:00 P.M. Children's Tractor Pull Contest – Northeast Corner
Registration for Men's Spike Driving Contest – FINALS –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Hot Dog and Pig Racing Show – Located Near Dining Pavilion
Better Milking Demonstration – Milking Tent
7:30 P.M. Men's Spike Driving Contest – FINALS –Located in the Special Events Area Next to Horse Arena
Open Pet Show – North Show Tent
Musical Entertainment: Retro Replay – Dining Pavilion
8:30 P.M.
Musical Entertainment: Verbatim – North Show
