Topsfield Fair: Traditional Favorites at the Heart of Event's Perennial Popularity
Topsfield Fair: Traditional Favorites at the Heart of Event's Perennial Popularity
More fairgoers than last year, a record-breaking day and more media coverage of this New England tradition than in recent memory, the 2023 Topsfield Fair was a successful edition of one of the largest outdoor events in the upper northeast. The early-fall fair, first held in 1818, is one of if not the oldest U.S. agricultural fairs in the country and like other Topsfield Fairs before this year, was replete with traditional Americana favorites such as Figure-8 racing, demolition derby, a hot dog-eating contest, livestock showcases, the 39th annual All New England Giant Pumpkin Weigh Off and a 50+ride Fiesta Shows midway.While this year boasted crowd-pleasing fair circuit stalwarts, such as Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, Clay Walker and the Flying Wallendas, it's been the emphasis on the core attractions of the ... [read more]
Missouri State Fair Recommits to Agricultural Roots; Attendance & Spending Up
Missouri State Fair Recommits to Agricultural Roots; Attendance & Spending Up
A return to the foundational concepts of what a fair means to its community spearheaded the 2023 Missouri State Fair, which in spite of periods of humidity and precipitation saw increases over the previous year and a recommitment to the event's agricultural roots. The new ethos was summed up in the tagline selected to lead this year's marketing charge “Where Traditions Grow” which achieved the rare feat of containing two essential selling points for state fairs – especially those strongly linked to agriculture – to be both forward-looking (grow) & nostalgic (traditions).The long history of the Missouri State Fair – 2023 was the 121st – has been intertwined from the get-go with its beginnings as an agricultural expo – and to strum the proper chord with this ... [read more]
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Salt Lake City, UT – After a memorable tenure marked by innovation and dedication, Marla Calico, CFE, has announced her retirement as the President and CEO of the International Association of Fairs and Expositions (IAFE), effective December 31, 2024. With her leadership, the IAFE has seen unprecedented growth and advancement in the fair and exposition industry. “As we think of strong foundations and exceptional mentors, one person that comes to mind that has had an impact on all our lives is Marla Calico,” Jo Reynolds, IFMG, CFE, IAFE Board Chair, said. “She has helped build a strong foundation for the Association, many fairs, and countless individuals.” The search for a new President and CEO will be overseen by a distinguished search committee consisting of the following individuals:
Chair: Jeremy Parsons, IFMG, CFE, Iowa State Fair
Jennifer Giesike, IFMG, CFE, Washington Town and Country Fair, MO
Jo Reynolds, IFMG, CFE, Warren County Agricultural ... [read more]
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