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Shady Hill Fair
2024 SHADY HILL FAIR ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26
The Shady Hill Fair is one of our school’s largest and most celebrated community events. The first Shady Hill Fair was in 1968 and was known then as the Shady Hill Country Fair and acted as a fundraiser for the school.
Since then it has evolved — no longer a fundraiser, but a day filled with fun for the whole community. There is something for everyone: a pie-eating contest, fun house, face painting, a talent show, alumni slush booth and games galore!
The Fair is sponsored by the school and relies on the generosity of our community, in terms of donated items, but also those who volunteer their time to help run the event.
This year’s Shady Hill Fair will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM.
Since then it has evolved — no longer a fundraiser, but a day filled with fun for the whole community. There is something for everyone: a pie-eating contest, fun house, face painting, a talent show, alumni slush booth and games galore!
The Fair is sponsored by the school and relies on the generosity of our community, in terms of donated items, but also those who volunteer their time to help run the event.
This year’s Shady Hill Fair will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10:00 AM–3:00 PM.
Calling all volunteers! If you’re looking for a fun way to get involved with the community—then volunteering for the Fair is for you! No experience or special talents are required and any amount of time is greatly appreciated. Learn more about volunteering!
QUESTIONS?
Contact the 2024 Fair Chairs: Anastasia Contos, April Nannucci, Heidi Dooley, Cailin Burke and Marie Smith or visit our FAQ page.
The Fair Chairs thank all of those who contributed to the SHS Fair T-Shirt Design contest! The eighth graders had beautiful artwork to choose from...but one stood out. Congratulations to Lulah Spector '26 who designed the new t-shirt for the Shady Hill Fair! Thank you to all who participated in our t-shirt design contest.
Admission
There are two types of Admission Bracelets available to purchase pre-sale online or on Fair Day. The All-You-Can-Do – Children’s Bracelet is recommended for kids and the General Admission – Adult is for adults. Children 3 years and under are FREE!
ALL-YOU-CAN-DO BRACELET — CHILDREN
Experience everything as many times as possible! Play musical cakes 10 times, jump on the Moon Bounce more than once...there is no limit to the ALL-YOU-CAN-Do Bracelet. All events and activities (except food) are covered under this type of bracelet.
GENERAL ADMISSION BRACELET — ADULT
The General Admission Bracelet is recommended for parents/caregivers as they accompany their child(ren) to the many events & activities at the Fair. This bracelet will also suffice if for an activity your child(ren) would like you to participate.
FAIR ENTRANCES
There are two entrances to the Fair at the Front Circle and the Gym Loop near the Hub. Tables will be set up to purchase and pick up your admission bracelets.
PARKING
The City of Cambridge has issued a parking dispensation on the day of the Fair allowing cars to park on the Cambridge Cemetery side of Coolidge Avenue. Cars parked on the other side of the street will be subjected to towing. A police detail is also requested for the intersection of Coolidge Hill and Coolidge Avenue to direct cars away from the neighborhood and toward the Coolidge Avenue parking.
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Activities below are covered under the All-You-Can-Do Bracelet:
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FOOD & FOOD TRUCKS
Food IS NOT covered under the admission bracelets. Food tickets will be available to purchase on Fair Day only for $1.00 each. Please plan on using FOOD TICKETS ONLY to purchase food from the food booths. Food trucks are excluded from Food tickets.
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FOOD BOOTHS
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FOOD TRUCKS (TBA)
The food trucks are independent of SHS and cash or credit card is needed for payment. Please ask these outside vendors about ingredients if your child has a food allergy.
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