Bethlehem Fair

02/07/2025

The Bethlehem Fair is hosting three special contests to celebrate our 100th Fair!

Bethlehem Fair Logo Contest - Due 2/28
Premium Book Cover Contest - Due 4/1
T-Shirt Contest - Due 4/1

See rules attached, and feel free to contact us with any questions!

Please share, and tag a creative friend who should participate! 🎡

01/18/2025

The Bethlehem Volunteer Fire Department regrets to announce the passing of Life Member Stefan Suchcicki. Stefan was not only a valuable member of the Fire Department, but also an active member of the Bethlehem Ambulance Association, Inc.. Our thoughts are with Stefan’s family, coworkers, and members of the BAA during this time.

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01/17/2025

The Entertainment Committee is now accepting applications for bands, musical acts and other forms of entertainment for the 100th anniversary of the Bethlehem Fair. Applications will be accepted until February 15th. Submit yours here:

Please submit an application to be considered for a performance at the Bethlehem Fair. The selection committee will evaluate applicants based on various criteria, ensuring representation across all music genres. Applications will be accepted until February 15, with selections made in early spring. T...

01/12/2025

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Donna Lyn Gerl Whitlock, a pillar of our Bethlehem Fair community.

Donna was the heart and soul of the Bethlehem Fair. For years, Donna captured countless memories through her camera lens and shared those memories with everyone. Her photos were a lifeline for those who had moved away from Bethlehem, allowing them to see so many familiar faces and experience the fair and the community they loved from afar.

Donna was also a regular fixture in the soda booth, where she’d greet friends, family, and countless fairgoers. She loved catching up with everyone and sharing updates about her kids and grandkids. Donna was always proud to share how well they were doing, and her warmth and kindness made everyone feel like part of her extended family.

As we approach the 100th Bethlehem Fair this year, it’s hard to imagine celebrating without Donna by our side. Her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew her.

Donna’s kindness, infectious smile, and tireless efforts to share the beauty of our town will be deeply missed. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family and loved ones.

Donna put so much love into everything she did, and we hope she knew how much we loved and appreciated her in return. Rest in peace, Donna – you will be deeply missed, and never forgotten.

01/08/2025

It is with great sadness that we share former Bethlehem Fair President Mike O'Neill passed away yesterday.

Mike dedicated much of his time and energy to the Bethlehem Fair, serving as President and making a lasting impact on our community. His commitment and dedication to the fair will not be forgotten.

Please keep Mike's family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

12/25/2024

Merry Christmas from the Little Town of Bethlehem! 🎄

📸 Katelyn Jock

10/14/2024

Congratulations to the winners of the first ever Bethlehem Fair Raffle! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that all three winners are from Bethlehem!

We are so grateful for the incredible support from our community. Your participation helps make the Bethlehem Fair a success year after year. Thank you to everyone who bought tickets and joined in the fun, we couldn't do it without you!

First Place, $5000: Jerry B.
Second Place, $2500: John B.
Third Place, $1000: Sue S.

All three winners have been notified. Congratulations again! 🎡🎉

10/14/2024

Last call for Bethlehem Fair raffle tickets! 🐮🎡

Today is the final day to purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win $5,000, $2,500, or $1,000!

Tickets are available at the fair office from 12-4 pm today, or via Venmo -Fair. Tickets are $10 each, or $50 for a book of five.

If paying with Venmo -Fair, please leave your full name, address, and phone number, and we’ll text you a picture of your ticket stub. (Our Venmo is set to private, so others won’t see your info.)

We appreciate your support as we prepare to celebrate our 100th fair next year!

The Bethlehem Fair Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the sole funding source of the Bethlehem Fair Foundation, which has provided over $500,000 in scholarships to local students.

The drawing will be held at 5 pm tonight! Good luck! 🍀

10/11/2024

Northern lights from the Bethlehem Fairgrounds 💫

10/10/2024

💸 What would you do with $5,000? 💸

We're just days away from the Bethlehem Fair Raffle drawing, and the $5,000 grand prize could be yours!

Tickets are $10 each, or $50 for a book of five.

🎟 How to Get Your Tickets:
* Venmo -Fair, and please include your name, address, and phone number https://venmo.com/u/Bethlehem-Fair
* Stop by the Bethlehem Fair Office this Friday, October 11 from 9 AM - 3 PM
* Purchase during the Garlic Festival this weekend!

⏰ Raffle Drawing: Monday, October 14
🎉 There's still time to grab your tickets, support the Bethlehem Fair and our agricultural community, and enter for a chance to win!

So tell us—what would YOU do with $5,000? 👇

10/06/2024

🎉 The Bethlehem Fair Raffle Drawing is Just ONE Week Away! 🎉

Time is running out to grab your tickets for the chance to win amazing cash prizes while supporting a great cause!

We appreciate your support as we prepare to celebrate our 100th fair next year!

The Bethlehem Fair Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the sole funding source of the Bethlehem Fair Foundation, which has provided over $500,000 in scholarships to local students.

Tickets can be purchased via Venmo, or at the Bethlehem Fair office Fridays 9 am - 3 pm.

Tickets are also available at Sweet Nelsons Cookie & Sweet Shop in Bethlehem and Washington Pizza House.

If paying with Venmo -Fair, please leave your full name, address, and phone number, and we’ll mail you your ticket stub. (Our Venmo is set to private, so others won’t see your info.)

Only 4,000 tickets printed. Drawing to be held October 14.

Please share, thank you! Good luck! 🍀

https://venmo.com/u/Bethlehem-Fair

09/29/2024

The Bethlehem Fair is having a raffle! 🎊🎫

GRAND PRIZE is $5,000!

We appreciate your support as we prepare to celebrate our 100th fair next year!

The Bethlehem Fair Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and the sole funding source of the Bethlehem Fair Foundation, which has provided over $500,000 in scholarships to local students.

Tickets can be purchased via Venmo, or at the Bethlehem Fair office Fridays 9 am - 3 pm.

Tickets are also available at Sweet Nelsons Cookie & Sweet Shop in Bethlehem and Washington Pizza House.

If paying with Venmo -Fair, please leave your full name, address, and phone number, and we’ll mail you your ticket stub. (Our Venmo is set to private, so others won’t see your info.)

Only 4,000 tickets printed. Drawing to be held October 14.

Please share, thank you!

https://venmo.com/u/Bethlehem-Fair

09/26/2024

Huge thank you to Ace Hardware of Bethlehem, CT and their amazing customers for their generous support through recent round-up donations! Your contributions will go a long way in helping the Bethlehem Fair Society continue its mission of promoting agricultural education and community involvement. We appreciate each and every one of you who made this possible!

09/10/2024

09/09/2024

We are incredibly grateful to Tim Pabst for his generous donation of three 30-yard dumpsters for Bethlehem Fair weekend! Your support helps keep our fairgrounds clean and beautiful for everyone to enjoy. It’s this kind of community spirit that makes the Bethlehem Fair so special!

09/09/2024

The Bethlehem Fair would like to thank our local donors who were generous enough to donate a combined seven(!) truckloads of processed stone to repair our grounds after the recent severe weather, making it possible to open to the public this past weekend.

Cocchiola Paving, Inc., Watertown, CT

H.I. Stone, Southbury, CT

Patriot Construction, Bethlehem, CT

Stockyard, Litchfield, CT

Your contributions truly make a difference, and we appreciate your continued support in keeping the Bethlehem Fair going strong!

09/09/2024

What an incredible weekend at the 99th Bethlehem Fair! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone who came out—volunteers, exhibitors, vendors, friends, family, and everyone in between. Your support keeps this amazing tradition alive year after year. Whether you enjoyed the rides, the food, the live music, the exhibits, or just spending time with great company, we hope you had as much fun as we did!

The Bethlehem Fair is run entirely by volunteers who work tirelessly all year to bring this event to life, and we can't thank them enough for their dedication and efforts. This fair wouldn’t happen without them!

Special thanks to our Public Safety team, on-site security, grounds crew, and the Town of Bethlehem for their constant support.

We’d love to see your fair photos! Feel free to share them in the comments or in our Friends of Bethlehem Fair Facebook group.

Next year is the big 100, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you all again! 💙💛

📸 Billy Calabrese Jr.