About us

The Great Frederick Fair Inc. and The Frederick County Agricultural

Society Inc. publish News as a general information service for its Life Members, business clients and associates. Additional information regarding an of the matters published within may be obtained from

the Administration Office.

boArd officers

Colby D. Hubble – PresidentCharles B. Cramer – Vice President

Robert W. Frank – SecretaryMaurice A. Gladhill – Treasurer

boArd of directors

John E. BareJoseph F. Devilbiss, Sr.

James S. GrimesNancy N. Hendricks

Nancy F. KellerJacqueline L. Kreh

John P. MurphyJ. Ray Ramsburg, III

Assistant TreasurerShelly J. Stull

The Great Frederick Fair Inc. is a member of:

The Maryland Association of Agricultural Fairs and Shows Inc.

The International Association of Fairs

and Expositions

The Chamber of Commerce of Frederick County

The Frederick County Tourism CouncilThe Pennsylvania

Association of Fairs

How to reAcH us...The Administration Office at

The Great Frederick Fair is open from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. M – F

301.663.5895 p – 301.663.9719 fwww.thegreatfrederickfair.com

Street address: 797 E. Patrick Street By mail, address materials to

P.O. Box 604, Frederick, MD 21701

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The Agricultural Business Council, in conjunction with the Great Frederick Fair and the Ag Education PR Committee, is proud to announce Rocky Glade Farms the Hildebrand Families as the 2018 Farm Family of the Year. Rocky Glade Farm is a 240 cow dairy located in the heart of Woodsboro, this is a true family farming operation. Brothers Nevin and Marlin along with their 2 siblings Gary and Shelby where born into dairy farming, in 1925 there grandparents started farming and it’s been passed down through the generations. When Nevin was just 6 months old the family moved to their farm in Woodsboro where they still farm today. Today the 5th generation is

now assisting on the farm.

Frederick County 4-H Royalty for 2018 - 2019. Madison and Zachary Spurrier (siblings) were named the Frederick County 4-H Queen and King respectively, during opening ceremonies Friday night.

Congratulations!

Farm Family of the Year:The Hildebrand Families

4-H Royal Court

8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. FFA Corsages and Plan & Plant Entries Received - Bldg. 12

9 a.m.

Home Arts & Crafts Building Opens to Public - The Null Bldg. (9)Farm and Garden Building Opens to Public - Bldg. 14AEquine Showcase/Expo

- Presented by: The Great Frederick Fair, Inside Gate 3Open Class Dairy Goat Show - Bldg. 324-H/FFA Horse & Pony Show, English - Outdoor Equine ArenaSulky To Saddle Tack Room Display, - Near Bldg. # 23 (Track Barn)

10 a.m.*Carnival Midway Opens - 10 a.m. – Close. Ride Wristbands ($)

Wristbands not sold after 8 p.m. Regular Ticket Prices after 8 p.m.

10 a.m. – 1 p.m.4-H Baked Goods, Plan & Plant, Garden & Field Crop Entries Received

- Bldg.12

10 a.m. – 8 p.m.Buffalo Wild Wings and The Little Gym

- Presented by: Buffalo Wild Wings - Grand Rental Events’ Community Tent

1 p.m. – 3 p.m. 4-H/FFA Booth/Display Entries Received - Bldg. 123 p.m. All Other Buildings Open to the Public

6:30 p.m. 4-H/FFA Pretty Cow Contest - Bldg. 32

7:30 p.m.John Kay & Steppenwolf

- Presented by: The Bud Light Concert Series - Grandstand ($)

The 156th Great Frederick Fair!

September 15, 2018contents

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Moooving Forward – fun for the whole herd. The 156th Great Frederick Fair, Frederick County’s largest agricultural classroom, is the place to be for food, concerts, motor sports, midway rides and attractions, animal exhibits and so much more!

Young and old alike enjoy observing the many animals and displays as well as participating in the educational activities and learning experiences provided for the entire family. Visit the Sukup Agri-Theatre to learn about grain and crop production. Our guests look forward to the stick horse workshop and kids’

tractor pedal pull activities held at this exhibit.

Visit the livestock Birthing Center and witness farm animals giving birth and caring for their young. Don’t forget to swing by the new Winery, Brewery & Distillery Showcase in Building 13 and the Beer Garden!

Looking for a gift or a souvenir from The Great Frederick Fair? Our gift shop offers a variety of apparel including sunglasses, t-shirts, sweatshirts and jackets! Browse the collection of hats, backpacks, aprons and so much more!