Open Show Livestock
The Open Show is where the Cornish Fair's agricultural roots take center stage. Open to exhibitors of every age and experience level — not just 4-H members — the Open Show welcomes family farms, first-time exhibitors, and seasoned breeders alike to compete for ribbons and premiums in beef and dairy cattle, farm horse driving, and draft horse, oxen, and pony pulling. The Cornish Fair's Open Dairy Show is regarded as one of the largest in New Hampshire, and our pulling contests draw teamsters and crowds from across the region.
Schedule at a Glance
All times are approximate and subject to change due to weather
| Day | Date | Time | Event |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday | Aug. 21 | 8:00 AM | Horse Pulling scales open |
| Friday | Aug. 21 | 9:30 AM | Farm Horse Event |
| Friday | Aug. 21 | 11:00 AM | Horse Pulling Contest begins |
| Saturday | Aug. 22 | 8:00 AM | Oxen Pulling scales open |
| Saturday | Aug. 22 | 8:30 AM | Open Dairy Show judging begins (Dairy Barns) |
| Saturday | Aug. 22 | 9:30 AM | Oxen Pulling Contest begins |
| Saturday | Aug. 22 | 1:00 PM | Open Beef Show judging begins (Ball Field) |
| Sunday | Aug. 23 | 8:00 AM | Pony Pulling scales open |
| Sunday | Aug. 23 | 10:00 AM | Pony Pulling Contest begins |