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This is something that I've wondered. When I think about fair season, I think about Autumn/Fall. There's a crispness, coolness in the air. The summer heat has relinquished and one can enjoy the exhibits and rides to the maximum.
Yet, I've noticed that many northern states have their state and county fairs in August, which makes little sense, since it is still summer.
Why is this the case for many northern states? In the South, state and county fairs occur from late September through November.
In NY, the State Fair is in Syracuse and runs in mid-late August before school, which starts the first Wednesday after the Labor Day weekend. I believe they do this so kids can enjoy it before the start of school. Keep in mind that summers here aren't usually as hot as they are in the South.
Maine has one, and New Enlgand has a super-fair, in West Springfield, MA, where people from all 6 states attend, and it represents all the states of New England, I believe its the only one of its kind.
I dunno, summer seems logical time to hold events. Fits with the season to me.
October is more often jacket weather than not, I'd find that a little less appealing for outdoor events. Outdoor concerts are usually mostly held in summer.
My guess is it's because there is always the (higher) chance (than in the South) that it will Snow in Winter or that there will be too much frost or freezing rain- this would pay havoc with the carnival rides and events in general!
Plus, as others have said, the Northern winters usually aren't as painful as those in the South.
My guess is it's because there is always the (higher) chance (than in the South) that it will Snow in Winter or that there will be too much frost or freezing rain- this would pay havoc with the carnival rides and events in general!
Plus, as others have said, the Northern winters usually aren't as painful as those in the South.
Hopefully that helps!
Very few fairs occur in the south during the winter. Most (probably 90%) occur during the fall, while maybe ten percent occur during the spring.
North = colder, snowier, earlier. Question answered
Would it hurt to wait til September? After all, a majority of September is still technically summer. Even early October would still be good. Most northerners are not anywhere near dealing with snow in October, despite that freakish event that occurred last October. Trees are in full color during early October throughout much of the northern states. Temperatures are in the 60s for highs. By the way, why would you want to go to a fair in the hot month of August? It kind of defeats the "fair atmosphere". I liken fair weather to football weather; crisp and cool.
Would it hurt to wait til September? After all, a majority of September is still technically summer. Even early October would still be good. Most northerners are not anywhere near dealing with snow in October, despite that freakish event that occurred last October. Trees are in full color during early October throughout much of the northern states. Temperatures are in the 60s for highs. By the way, why would you want to go to a fair in the hot month of August? It kind of defeats the "fair atmosphere". I liken fair weather to football weather; crisp and cool.
Well why can't "fair atmosphere" be summer? Southerners probably have a different perspective on summer than northerners. Southerners probably find summer a nuisance to be avoided while northeners find summer (except for the hottest days) something to enjoyed and more of a novelty since it doesn't last as long. Low 80s in the shade isn't that bad.
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