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This little pig at the State Fair Friday needs a snout cleaning. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY
Photos: State Fair kicks off second day of 108th celebration
HARRINGTON – The second day of the 108th edition of the Delaware State Fair kicked off Friday morning with comfortable temperatures in the low 80s, which appeared to draw many visitors early. … more
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A Mudi named Friz B Dawg catches a Frisbee while leaping over Lawrence Frederick during a Disc-Connected K9s show Thursday at the Delaware State Fair in Harrington.
Acrobatic dogs leap, yelp, chew in crowd-pleasing act
HARRINGTON — Friz B Dawg, a Mudi farm dog whose breed originated in Hungary, has a yippy bark, but wow, can that canine zoom around and catch Frisbees. The dog is one of a dozen now performing with … more
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Tiffany Shipe gives a kiss to Piggy on stage after her runnerup effort in the fundraising Pig Kissing Contest at the Delaware State Fair in 2023. DAILY STATE NEWS FILE PHOTO.
A glance at the fair from A to Z
HARRINGTON — The 108th rendition of the Delaware State Fair is “Celebrating America’s 250th” through Aug. 1. It is that time of year — to devour deep-fried delights and enjoy dizzying … more
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Brandon Givens drives favorite Wehadababyetzaboy to a win in the prestigious Governor's Cup Thursday night at the Delaware State Fair in Harrington. The 7-year-old gelding paced the mile in 1:51.2. Daily State News/Andrew West
Wehadababyetzaboy wins Governor's Cup
HARRINGTON – Driver Brandon Givens led Wehadababyetzaboy to an easy win in the prestigious Governor's Cup Thursday night at the Delaware State Fair in Harrington. The 7-year-old gelding left … more
The Lake Forest High School band marches along the parade route on opening night of the Delaware State Fair. Daily State News/Andrew West
State Fair parade features tractors, bands and more
HARRINGTON — Opening night of the Delaware State Fair kicked off with a parade featuring the Lake Forest High School  marching band, horse-drawn carriages, Jeeps and more. The parade … more
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Larry and Sharon Larimore of Harrington groom a sheep Wednesday at the Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington.
State fair preparations under way as opening day approaches
HARRINGTON — Delaware State Fairgrounds was abuzz with  activity Wednesday as vendors, farmers and participating organizations got ready for the state fair's opening on Thursday.  … more
A sensory-activation vehicle, provided by KultureCity, throughout the Delaware State Fair will provide a climate-controlled, quiet space where attendees can relax and decompress from the hectic fair environment.
Follow these tips to maximize your Delaware State Fair experience
HARRINGTON — The Delaware State Fair is a massive, 10-day event that sprawls out over many acres. Here are few tips to make the most of your visit. Get the latest news: Download the fair’s mobile … more
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Lawrence Frederick, of Disconnected K9s World Famous Frisbee Dogs, sets up Tuesday ahead of the start of the Delaware State Fair. His canines will perform at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, opening day of the fair.
Delaware State Fair teeing up plenty of new attractions
As if carnival rides, 4-H contests, demolition derbies, dog demonstrations, a nightly parade and tasty foods weren’t enough, the 2026 Delaware State Fair in Harrington will feature an array of new offerings for visitors of all ages. more
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This 1948 Oliver from the First State Antique Tractor Club is among the highlights of the nightly Delaware State Fair parade. Daily State News/Andrew West
2026 Delaware State Fair Schedule
The Delaware State Fair starts Thursday, July 23, and continues through Saturday, Aug. 1. more
During the tractor pull, drivers test their tractors by pulling a weighted sled down a track. The farthest distance determines the winner in each class. (Submitted photo/Delaware Farm Bureau)
Antique Tractor Pull offers competition and fun
CAMDEN – The Antique Tractor Pull is a time-honored tradition of the Delaware Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers. For over 30 years, antique tractor enthusiasts have met at the Delaware … more
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Delaware State Fair officials have announced three more performances for this year's event, which will run July 23 through Aug. 1.
State fair hints at summer with concert reveal
HARRINGTON — Despite frigid temperatures and snow in the forecast, the Delaware State Fair warmed winter-weary hearts Jan. 20 by announcing three summer performances. The always popular … more
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Delaware State Fair announces first wave of 2026 concerts
HARRINGTON – The Delaware State Fair, which is still more than a half-year away, did not waste any time in announcing the opening round of entertainment for its “Celebrating … more
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Samantha Steele and Doug Poore were on hand to share some history at the new Delaware State Fair Museum on July 24. DAILY STATE NEWS/MIKE FINNEY
Preserving fair’s traditions paramount for its manager
HARRINGTON — It wasn’t easy to cram 106 years of artifacts into one corner of Memorial Hall at the Delaware State Fair. But, somehow, the fair’s general manager, Danny Aguilar, … more
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From left, Vaughn Webb, Jimmy Correll and Yvonne Martz work at the Delaware State Grange building at the Delaware State Fair on July 18.
Home on the Grange: Volunteers have been serving fairgoers meals for 67 years
The Delaware State Grange and the Delaware State Fair have been partnering since 1958, when the community group began serving chicken from a booth at the annual event. more
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New this year to the Delaware State Fair are sensory bags provided by KultureCity. The backpacks contain several items to soothe guests who might become overstimulated.
Delaware State Fair features new sensory-sensitive area, supply bags
The Delaware State Fair can be too loud, too bright, too smelly or just plain too much for some attendees. So, organizers are offering a designated soothing area and sensory bags for the 2025 event. more
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Michael Hudson, a certified apprentice lineman with Delaware Electric Cooperative, demonstrates wire grounding and replacement at the Delaware State Fair on July 22.
Outage response simulated by Delaware Electric Cooperative line crew
Safety comes first, but efficiency is a close second. That sums up the mission of the Delaware Electric Cooperative, which pledges to keep the lights on. more
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Viola resident Doug Sherwood and his horse Trey await to begin a saddle horse performance competition at the Delaware State Fair on July 21.
Plenty of horses around the grounds in Harrington this week
After countless unseen hours training their horses it was finally time for riders to show them off in Harrington. more
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Delaware State Senator Dave Wilson, R-Lincoln, lead the first parade of the 2022 Delaware State Fair on Thursday. DAILY STATE NEWS FILE PHOTO
Wilson wears many hats in Harrington
HARRINGTON — Lincoln’s Dave Wilson is far removed from his work as a member of Delaware’s Senate when the Delaware State Fair comes rolling around each summer. Whether he is … more
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A tractor driver demonstrates his skill at the 2024 Antique Tractor Pull at the Delaware State Fair in Harrington.
Young farmers, old equipment: Antique tractors a big pull to Delaware State Fair
Get ready for a popular — and noisy — old-time treat July 26 at the Delaware State Fair in Harrington. That’s when the Delaware Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee will hold its 31st annual Antique Tractor Pull. more
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Alexa Cruz-Hackett, 13, of Dover places 4-H entries on a display rack July 16 in Memorial Hall at Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington. The Delaware State Fair kicks off July 17 and runs through July 26.
4-H preparing thousands of items, demonstrations as state fair arrives
HARRINGTON — Delaware 4-H members and volunteers spent July 16 arranging the last of about 5,500 exhibits that will be on display at the Delaware State Fair’s Memorial Hall. The 4-H crew … more
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