Weekend Road Trip: Bridgewater Country Fair
One of the few remains authentic large country fairs remaining in CT takes place this weekend in Bridgewater, at 100 Main St. South, 34 miles from Main St. Westport, about a 50 minute drive.
All the attractions associated with the fair, the annual fundraiser for the Bridgewater Volunteer Fire Department now in it’s 71st year can be found here. Prize winning animals, including draft and miniature ponies, tractor pulls, pig racing, border collie demo, wood carving and the new main event for 2024 is The main event for 2024 features a TRIPLE SHOWCASE !!!!! This triple dipper includes a high wire tightrope act, human cannonball and motorcycle / motocross jump, and the much loved dock diving dogs. There are multiple live music performers, a number of rides, a midway, awesome foods including fresh picked corn on the cob and signature superb roast beef.
Parking is free and the admission os $10.00. The fair opening ceremonies began at 6:30PM followed by a parade down Main St. at 6:45PM.
More more info visit: Bridgewater Country Fair.com
Story By J.C. Martin For WestportLocalPress.com