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2025 Saline Community Fair at Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds

August 27 - 31, 2025

Photo credit: Saline Community Fair

Location

Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds

5055 Ann Arbor- Saline Road

Ann Arbor, MI 48103

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Description

Come out to the annual fair and enjoy live music, rides, livestock, contests, live shows, more. Activities for all ages.

Event cost: $10/admission ages 11 and up, free/ages 10 and under

Event times: Aug. 27-31, 2025

Additional Information

Website: http://salinefair.org

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: Washtenaw County

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