Harrington

The host of Annual Delaware State Fair, Harrington is a city of Kent County in the state of Delaware. Harrington is a small town of pre-colonial ages having a population of 3,174. The city is an attractive blend of historical landmarks and natural reserves. It is an agricultural city with basic focus on farms and animals. The fervor of the city is at its peak during the month of July owing to the Delaware State Fair. The Delaware State Fair has been the tradition of Delaware since 1920. The fair is held every year in the last week of July. The fair was previously called the Kent and Sussex County Fair but was later on renamed as Delaware State Fair. The fair is one of the few opportunities for local entertainment is highly looked-forward among the crowds.

The fair has come a long way since 1920 as it is held now on the 300 acres fairgrounds which were only 30 acres in the beginning. The fair features a large variety of programs to entertain not only the audiences of Delaware but also attracts crowds from Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey. The concerts, wrestling duels, rodeo, a midway, slot machines, agricultural demonstrations and various races keep the audiences entertained for all the 10 days of the fair.The Delaware State Fair concerts include great artists of all times along with contemporary artists such as David Cook, Kelly Clarkson, Gin Blossoms, Demi Lovato, Brad Paisley, Flo Rida, Carrie Underwood , Savage Garden and Bill Cosby.

The Ellen Degenres Show's Wacky Chair Contest of 2009 was the great highlight of the fair as the Chair decoration art from Maryland and Harrington was also featured at the fair. The Delaware State Parade is also an interesting element of the fair. Delaware represents the agricultural land thus the parade also includes unique agricultural tractors along with crisp bands from all around the state. The carnival along with the various thrilling rides is a permanent source of noise and excitement at the fair. The fair features job fairs giving people ample opportunities to find themselves right jobs. The Midway Casino slots are the spice and zest of the fair though the slots are functional at the fairgrounds all year long. The Harrington Raceway and Casino is also a source of activity and enthusiasm for the city.

The Centre Ice Rink is yet another exciting venue for the citizens and visitors alike at Harrington. The 64,000 sq. ft. ice rink is located on the fairgrounds. The place features an NHL indoor ice surface for public skating sessions. The rink has various interesting ice shows and ice hockey tournaments to keep the people of Harrington entertained. The Harrington Historical Society Museum houses memorabilia of the city's past. The Railroad Complex carries railroad tower, caboose and watchman's hut. The recreational spirit of the city is maintained by enormous Lister Acres and colorful Winkler Farms. The Lister Acres carries feature Six acres corn maze along with barnyard animals to keep true to its agricultural precedent. The Harrington city is a simple agricultural city with frivolous events. Go get the Harrington Tickets and enjoy the traditional fair like old movies.