Eastern States Exposition

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Amusement Rides at the Big E.
Fair Food

There are plenty of vendors selling fair food but the Eastern States Expo are known for their Cream Puffs and Eclairs.  Don't wait to get them, and risk filling up on Batter Fried Cheese Curds!
Cows at the Big E.

The Big E or Eastern States Exposition is held every fall in Springfield, Mass for 17 days.  There is a gate fee to get in but the prices vary on the day so if your planning on going, you have the option to check for a cheaper day.  
Even though the name of the fair is 'Eastern States', it features only the New England states: Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Maine and Rhode Island.  Each state has it's own building to promote activities, events and businesses, as well as food.  The fair's main purpose is agriculture: animal showings/competitions, tractors, produce.  However, there are plenty of vendors selling fair food and plenty of things to purchase as souvenirs and for your home.  Also, there are plenty of amusement rides for kids and adults.

Lodging Near Eastern States Exposition

MGM Springfield

MGM Springfield

4 out of 5
One MGM Way Springfield MA
The price is AU$270 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$270
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
MGM Springfield is centrally located in Springfield, a 4-minute walk from MassMutual Center and 8 minutes by foot from Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of ...
Very clean, spacious rooms right at the Casino. Only complaint we had, which has nothing to do with the hotel and staff, is that a lot of the restaurants in the Casino are not open during the week. Other than that, we really enjoy the hotel.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

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Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
145 State Street Springfield MA
Fully refundable
The price is AU$188 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$188
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown by IHG is centrally located in Springfield, a 3-minute walk from MassMutual Center and 12 minutes by foot from Paramount ...
Clean room, friendly staff, & great location to food!

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

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Baldwin Inn & Suites, SureStay Collection by Best Western

Baldwin Inn & Suites, SureStay Collection by Best Western

2.5 out of 5
21 Baldwin Street West Springfield MA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$163 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$163
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
When you stay at Baldwin Inn & Suites, SureStay Collection by Best Western in West Springfield, you'll be in the business district, just steps from Storrowton ...
Very clean ,staff was nice

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

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