Warren County Farmers' Fair
88 years of providing affordable family fun, including the 26th annual Hot Air Balloon Festival, and a Traditional Arts Expo

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What started as a gathering of farmers, mechanics and manufacturers in 1859, evolved into the incorporation of the Warren County Farmers' Fair in 1937, and more recently mushroomed into an annual event that truly has something for everyone. Where else can you thrill to a hot air balloon ride, eat cotton candy on a carnival midway, watch traditional craftsmen at work, and cheer your neighbor on, in a tractor pull... all in the same place? Yes, the Farmers' Fair, featuring one of New Jersey's popular Hot Air Balloon Festival, is truly a family affair.

The Fair officially opens on Saturday, July 25, and runs through Saturday, August 1, 2026. The event remains one of the most affordable around. Come on out to the country and enjoy an affordable day of family fun. Enjoy a Balloon Festival, Main Arena Events, and Free Concerts at the Warren County Farmers' Fair. This year the Fair will be celebrating the American Farmer and family traditions, for America's 250th birthday.

About the Hot Air Balloon Festival

This year marks the 26th year for the Hot Air Balloon Festival in Warren County, New Jersey! Balloon launches, balloon rides, and tethered rides. There will be a mass balloon launches EVERY NIGHT! Tethered Rides will also be offered, with times based on weather and TBA. (All balloon activity weather permitting.) The Hot Air Balloon Festival is included in one low admission price to the Fair! Walk freely back and forth from Fairgrounds to Balloon Port!

 

Welcome Back in 2026

Welcome back to McDaniel Brother Shows to the Warren County Fair. They will be providing an expanded variety of rides, sweet foods and games at this year's Fair. From kiddie rides to the spectacular, there will be rides for the entire family. Wristband specials to be announced.

 

More Entertainment

In 2026 we will have more free entertainment - Your favorite local bands each night of the Fair. Returning are the Harmony Garage Band, Reel to Real Country Band, Waitin' on Sundown and Time Whys.

 

Farm Fair Traditions - including numerous Horse Shows

Daily Farm Events & Exhibits give everyone the opportunity to savor the bounty of Warren County's fine agricultural community. The Open Horse Show, pony rides, baking & canning exhibits, 4-H/FFA exhibits... can't you just taste Grandma's apple pie right now?

 

Must See Traditional Arts Expo!

The Traditional Arts Expo features local traditional artists from area demonstrating their work. We welcome back the Evening Star Quilters as well as Lynn Vanassen who will demonstrate weaving and her wares, and Amy McKeever of Yarnfully Yours, who will be demonstrating her art of crocheting amigurumis - whimsical novelty plushies for all ages.

 

Main Arena Events always a Blast!

For those who appreciate a taste of country life and some good old fashioned, down-home fun, the Warren County Farmers' Fair annual series of Power Events make for an entertaining and affordable day or evening out with family and friends. Tickets for Bullride Mania Rodeo (opening day Saturday) and the Demolition Derbies (Sunday and Friday) are available in advance.Other shows will be available for purchase the week of the Fair.

 

Cars, Tractors, Trucks...

Old cars, antique cars and fast cars will plentiful at the Fair. So will trucks and tractors or all makes, sizes and ages, for all ages! Opening Day Saturday kicks off with the Car & Truck Show sponsored by the Belvidere FFA Alumni & Supporters. There are antique car and tractor shows, truck and tractor pulls and more throughout the week. The Fair event hosts a Fire Truck and Apparatus show during the week as well.

 

Kids Rule at the Fair

Check out the Kids Rodeo Roundup in the horse ring (see schedule).

The Kids Corral is a must-see-do-experience at the Fair, and best of all – its all free! Shows, crafts, educational presenters, daily contests and more.

Introducing the Youth division to the Ag Olympics, on closing day Saturday. Build your team now!

Food to satisfy every possible taste. Stroll the fun-packed Fairgrounds and taste the many delicious flavors of the Fair. From farm-fresh ice cream to strawberry shortcake, just bring a big appetite and enjoy it all!

And if you see our directors when you visit the Fair be sure to give them a big thank you for all they do to prepare a memorable event for you and your family!

Thanks to the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism and Warren County Cultural and Heritage Commission for their continued support.

 

Photo by Denise Dabinett