Where is the Big E fair located?
West Springfield, MA
The Big E, formally known as The Eastern States Exposition, is billed as “New England’s Great State fair”….The Eastern States Exposition.
| The Big E | |
|---|---|
| Ends | Seventeen days after it opens |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Venue | Eastern States Exposition |
| Location(s) | 1305 Memorial Ave. West Springfield, MA 01089 |
What exit is the Big E?
Take Exit 3 to Route 5 North to Route 147 West (Memorial Avenue) approximately 3/4 miles to Gate 9 parking lot. Note: Using I-91 north or south to get to the Big E will have the most traffic.
Is the Big E Cancelled for 2021?
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – After being canceled last year due to COVID-19, the Big E is back!
Is the Big E cash only?
Purchases are cash only and tickets are sold on-site from 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parking is free. Also AMTRAK’s Hartford line will bring fairgoers to Union Station in downtown Springfield, where free shuttle buses will bring guests to the fair on Saturdays and Sunday.
What time does The Big E start?
Big E Hours Gates open at 8 a.m. Buildings, exhibits and crafts: Open at 10 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Storrowton Village, the Yankee Candle Shop and Avenue of States are open until 9 p.m.
How many people go to The Big E in a day?
177,238 people
2 – The Big E hit an all-time single-day attendance record when 177,238 people attended. “It feels remarkable, really above our expectations,” Gene Cassidy, president and CEO of The Eastern States Exposition, told FOX61 News on Monday. “The people responded to the fair in a very strong way.”
Can I bring water into the Big E?
Yes you can. We did bring in 2 large partially frozen bottles with no questions.
Can you smoke at the Big E?
The Big E Arena is a non-smoking facility. Thank you for your cooperation. Eastern States Exposition follows current health guidelines of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and Town of West Springfield. Visit TheBigE.com for the latest protocols.
Can I bring water to the Big E?
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How long does the Big E last?
Although the show only lasts about 45 minutes, it brought me back to my childhood vists to the circus under the Big Top.
How many people usually attend the Big E?
The Big E returned this year after a pandemic-forced hiatus following a record-setting year in 2019, which saw more than 1.6 million people attend. There were last-minute changes that went into effect on opening day when the West Springfield Board of Health required everyone to wear masks indoors.
How to get to the Big E Fairgrounds?
Take the Orient Point Ferry to New London, CT or the Port Jefferson Ferry to Bridgeport. From New London, follow I-95 South and from Bridgeport, follow I-95 North to New Haven and follow above directions from Connecticut and Points South. Where do I park on The Big E Fairgrounds?
Where is the Big E in West Springfield?
The Big E 1305 Memorial Ave West Springfield, MA Stadiums Arenas & Athletic Fields – MapQuest
Where is the handicapped parking at the Big E?
Our paved handicapped parking area is located inside the Gate 9 parking area at Gate 9A. The number of accessible spaces we offer far exceeds the code requirement, accommodating 580 vehicles, on a first-come, first-served basis.
Is there parking at the Eastern States Exposition?
Several adjacent private parking lots are located in the neighborhoods along Memorial Avenue and are not affiliated with Eastern States Exposition. Cash only is accepted in our auto parking gates.