Harvest Fair - Norman Bird Sanctuary

Celebrate autumn at the Norman Bird Sanctuary's 52nd Harvest Fair, a beloved community tradition featuring a weekend of old-fashioned country fun. Enjoy pony rides, food trucks, a crafters tent, children's games, live music, mud pit battles, and so much more.

Activities

Pony Rides

Pumpkin Painting

Mabel's Express Train

Prize Games

Face Painting

Field Games

Mud Pit

Grease Pole

Become a Harvest Fair Volunteer

For 52 years, our incredible volunteers have been the true heart of the Harvest Fair, making this beloved weekend possible since the very beginning. We need enthusiastic people to bring the magic to life by driving Mabel’s Train, handing out game tickets, and keeping the fair running smoothly. Sign up today to lend a hand, have fun, and directly support our conservation mission!

Volunteer

Applications (Food, Craft, and Community Partners)

Community Partners

Craft Vendors

Food Vendors

Become a Harvest Fair Sponsor

Since our first Harvest Fair in 1974, this event has been a beloved fall tradition that defines the season on Aquidneck Island. We now welcome over 10,000 visitors in one weekend, making it the perfect stage for your business to shine. Sponsoring the Harvest Fair offers the opportunity to connect with a massive local audience and show your dedicated support for our community.

View Sponsorship Opportunities

The 2026 Home & Garden Competition

From sun-ripened tomatoes to prize-winning preserves, the Home & Garden Competition is a celebration of the local harvest. Whether you’re a backyard gardener or a master baker, we invite you to share your best yields and creations with the community this year.

Entries include everything from whimsical scarecrows and bird houses to delicious pies and salsas.

Full Category List & Schedule: We are currently finalizing this year’s entry classes for horticulture and culinary arts. Subscribe to our newsletter to receive all of the latest updates directly in your inbox.