The gates to the Franklin County Fair open on Thursday, Sept. 8, at 3 p.m., but the official kickoff isn’t until 5 p.m. when the annual parade makes its way from Greenfield Middle School to the fairgrounds.
“The parade lasts for about an hour and features things you can expect to see at the fair. There will be floats, high school marching bands, antique cars, horses, cows, community groups, non-profits and more marching to the fairgrounds,” said Mike Nelson, president of the Franklin County Fairgrounds, which is located at 89 Wisdom Way in Greenfield.
Nelson said the theme of this year’s fair, which will be reflected in the parade, is “Thrills For You in Twenty Two.” And there is a good reason.