Since 1852, The Great Allentown Fair has celebrated agriculture, craftsmanship, and community. We rely on the generosity of supporters to keep this tradition alive. On this page, you’ll find ways to contribute—through sponsorships, partnerships, or support of The Great Allentown Fair Foundation—helping us to ensure the Fair thrives for generations to come. Together, we can honor the past and build a brighter future.
The Great Allentown Fair Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization whose mission is to provide philanthropic opportunities through grants and charitable donations to preserve, enrich, and advance agriculture. Through scholarships, educational programs, incentives and events, Foundation supports The Great Allentown Fair and programs of the Lehigh County Agricultural Society.
Note: The Fair itself is a 501(c)(5) organization, and opportunities to support charitable initiatives in a tax-deductible way are available through the Foundation.
To learn more about the Foundation, its impact and how to contribute, visit AllentownFairFoundation.org
Special Fairs Fund: 2026 & 2027
The Great Allentown Fair will be celebrating two significant milestones over the next two years. In 2026, the Fair will honor the Nation’s Semiquincentennial (aka America 250), followed by the 175th Fair in 2027, marking a historic moment for the Lehigh County Agricultural Society and the community it has served for generations. Plans are currently underway for a variety of special events, attractions, and entertainment designed to enhance the Fair’s traditional offerings, while celebrating agricultural education and heritage, as well as community.
Events for 2026
The 2026 Great Allentown Fair will feature a patriotic agenda in recognition of America’s 250th birthday. The theme, Something Old, Something New, FOREVER RED WHITE & BLUE, will be reflected through historical exhibits, educational programming, military appreciation elements, commemorative displays, and other meaningful experiences for fairgoers of all ages. Highlights will include a performance by one of the world-famous Mummers string bands, (a division of The Philadelphia Mummers String Band Association), an exhibit on Camp Crane (the U.S. Army Ambulance Corps installation housed at the Fairgrounds from 1917-1918), and a huge birthday cake.
Events for 2027
In 2027, the Fair will commemorate the 175th anniversary of its founding in 1852. While planning is still in progress, this milestone year is expected to promote the Fair’s long-standing legacy through enhanced exhibits, special attractions, historical storytelling, and other memorable experiences. Highlights under consideration include a laser light or drone show, special acrobatic or animal performances, and free souvenir giveaways, just to name a few.