Champlain Valley Fair

Name: Champlain Valley Fair
Start: 2026-08-28
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Essex Junction

The Champlain Valley Fair is scheduled to take place from August 28 to September 6, 2026, in Essex Junction. For the 2026 fair, a 'Read & Win' program allows kids in grades K-8 to earn free admission, ride coupons, a free book, and ice cream by reading at least three books during the summer.

Date: Aug 28 - Sep 6, 2026
Location: Essex Junction

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Event summary

Highlights

Read & Win program for children
Free admission and ride coupons for participating kids
Partnership with local libraries

The Champlain Valley Fair will run from August 28 to September 6, 2026, in Essex Junction. A key initiative for the 2026 event is the 'Read & Win' program, designed to encourage reading among children.

This program targets kids in grades K-8. To participate, children pick up a voucher from their local library, read at least three books over the summer, and then return the voucher to the library for a special 'Read & Win' ribbon. This ribbon can then be redeemed during the fair at the Champlain Valley Expo’s administrative office for prizes, including free admission and ride coupons, as well as a complimentary book and ice cream.

The program highlights the fair's support for local libraries and aims to foster a love for reading, which organizers believe contributes to engaged citizens in the future.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Champlain Valley Expo; www.samessenger.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Essex Junction

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