It is with heavy hearts that The Mountain Township Agricultural Society Board of Directors announces the cancellation of the South Mountain Fair for 2020 (August 13-16). The decision was not an easy one to make but we felt it was the right thing to do for our members, volunteers, sponsors, donors, vendors and community alike. There were many factors contributing to the decision;
Community – we anticipate social distancing may be a long-term social measure and large gatherings will continue to be discouraged. Even if some constraints are lifted, it may take some time for people to trust attending events.
Sponsors – many of the businesses who have traditionally been our Fair sponsors are experiencing significant financial duress during this time and we did not feel it was appropriate to be soliciting for sponsorship monies.
Volunteers – the fair operates with the support of many community volunteers. Our continued concern is to maintain a safe environment for those volunteers and given the uncertainty we cannot guarantee that for the 2020 edition of the fair
The directors wish everyone associated with the South Mountain Fair continued good health. We appreciate the support we have received from the membership, volunteers, sponsors, donors, vendors and community over the last 127 years.
We look forward to seeing you again at our Fair August 19th – 22nd, 2021!
The Mountain Township Agricultural Society
