FARM & WILDERNESS FAIR
Experience the magic of community & creativity packed into one unforgettable day at F&W.
Camp magic awaits!
Farm & Wilderness Fair
The Fair is August 9, 2025
Over the years, we've hosted thousands of F&W community members for this much loved event. Please plan to join us as an attendee, supporter or both!
What's Happening at Fair!
During Fair you'll enjoy food from local vendors with gluten-free, vegan, and dairy-free options. Shop camper-made crafts, and try out human-powered rides and free swim in the lake. Then gather around the bonfire for a celebratory contra dance!
Celebrate local eats, classic hits, and the spirit of community at the Fair—you won’t want to miss it!
For Families With Kids at Camp
Fair is a fun culminating event and a chance for you to visit your camper, see what they've been up to, and get a taste of life at Farm & Wilderness. While attending Fair is optional, we encourage you to come if you are able! Here are a few key things to keep in mind:
- Fair is like a visiting day with your camper held at our Fairgrounds rather than at the camps. They will show you around, point out Farm and Firebuilding skill demonstrations, and introduce you to friends and counselors. You’ll have a chance to swim in the same lake they do, join in a singalong of camp songs, contradance to a string band and witness the bonfire being lit.
- Campers do not leave with you after Fair. They return to camp for one more special evening with their cabin group. This final night is an emotional and meaningful capstone to their session. Campers depart the following morning.
- Be prepared that your child may be excited to see you but also tired from the eventful day. They may be clingy or seem distracted. This is all normal as they navigate the many emotions of wrapping up their time at camp while being back with family.
- You are welcome to bring a picnic meal. There will also be food available for purchase. More details to come on menu options.
- There is no parking at camp for Fair. Shuttles will run throughout the day to transport visitors to and from auxiliary parking lots. Please be patient as there may be lines and wait times, especially during peak hours. Shuttles begin over an hour before Fair begins so be prepared to wait if you get there early. We appreciate your understanding!
- There is no admission fee for Fair. We do charge for parking to cover the cost of renting auxiliary parking.
We can't wait to welcome you to Farm & Wilderness and celebrate our campers' incredible accomplishments together. Get ready for a joyful, action-packed day! Please reach out with any questions as Fair approaches.
Ticketing Information
At the F&W Fair attendees pay for Rides, Concession Snacks and Camper Made Items with tickets.Tickets are $1 each and can be purchased until 3pm at the Ticket Booth.
How much does stuff cost?
Rides, Concession Snacks and Camper Made Items are 1-5 tickets depending on item.Other:
Meal Ticket $10 (to be used for Lunch)
Parking Pass $20
Fair T-Shirt $25
Other F&W Merch Available for purchase
We encourage families to purchase a Friend of Fair package.
Why? It includes Parking Passes, T-Shirts, Tickets, etc. – all the stuff you’ll likely end up buying throughout the day! Plus, you can skip the main line and pick up your Friend of Fair Package in the Sponsorship line.
All Friend of Fair and Sponsorship packages will be bundled in an exclusive F&W Branded bag!
$250 Friend of Fair package includes:
1 Parking Pass
2 Meal Tickets
2 Fair T-Shirts (you pick the sizes!)
Recognition on donor board at Fair entrance
Other Sponsorship Packages:
Senior Lodge level - $2,500
Big Lodge Level - $1,500
First Lodge Level - $500
Weekend Overview
All Community Events:
FRI. August 8: Alumni Meet Up [TIME & PLACE TBD]
SAT. August 9: FAIR! 11 AM - 8 PM at camp. Detailed schedule below.
SUN. August 10: Coffee & Doughnuts for Parents at Pick-Up [TIME & PLACE TBD]
Fair Schedule, Saturday August 9:
No general parking at camp.
Limited Camp parking available to those with handicapped placards.
11:00 AM: Shuttles & Ticket Sales Begin
11:45 AM: Parade Starts
12:20 PM: Fair Opening Ceremony
1:00PM: Rides & Booths Open
3:30PM: Last Call for Rides!
4:00: Fair Rides and Booths close, Camper Headcount, Families to the soccer field for the Bonfire & Contra Dance
During this time feel free to enjoy a packed lunch from home on the grass, head off camp to enjoy a meal locally (shuttles will still be running) and limited remaining lunch items available for purchase at the BDC.
4:30 PM: Contra Dance on the Soccer Field. Everyone is Welcome!
6:00 PM: Fire Lighting Ceremony & Bonfire
6:45 PM: Conch Blows & Campers Return to Camp
7:30 PM: Final Shuttle
Important Details About Fair
Parking, Campers, & More!
Fair happens on Farm & Wilderness camp property from 11am - 7:30pm.
Parking is located at the Killington Skyeship Gondola Parking Lot.
All Fair attendees need to have a Parking Pass. Passes are $20 per car and must be purchased in advance, on-line. Note: Sponsorship and Friend of Fair packages include Parking Passes. We encourage you to get one of these :-)
After you park at Killington Skyeship Gondola Parking Lot take a free shuttle directly to/from the F&W grounds (shuttles run all day from 11am-7:30pm). The shuttle will drop you off at the Merch Tent & Ticket Booth - the place to pick up any pre-ordered gear and Friend of Fair or Sponsorship packages.
Note: We sell a-la-carte ride/concession/meal tickets and Fair merch from 11am- 3pm
For Families with Kids at Camp:
Overnight campers attend Fair and arrive via the all-camp Fair Parade around 12:15 pm.
Campers spend time with family and friends from 1:00-4:00pm. Also, campers have a special role in making Fair run and have a few responsibilities during the day, such as running rides, group songs - which you can tag along and watch.
At 4:00pm Campers check in with Camp staff for a headcount and "hoagie handout."
At this time families are encouraged to make their way to the Soccer Field for the Bonfire and Contra Dance.
When Fair ends, campers say goodbye to families and return to their camps for their special closing ceremonies. Parents head to the shuttles and back their cars at Killington Skyeship Lot.
BARN DAY CAMPERS: Day camp kids and their families are invited and very welcome to join Fair activities too. Please purchase Parking Passes online.
Sunday is camper pick up!
Timeslots will be shared with parents via an email from the F&W Admissions team in August, before Fair Weekend. As you arrive, we’ll have coffee & doughnuts to greet you.
Note: Fair is a pet-free event. No dogs or other animals are permitted on the shuttles or camp property - with the specific exception of ADA Compliant Service Animals
