Eastern States Exposition

Amusement Rides at the Big E.
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.

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The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay

The Colonnade Hotel Back Bay

4 out of 5
Back Bay
Price was ￥471,066, price is now ￥353,368 per person
￥353,368
per person
May 3 - May 10
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Boston (BOS)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,268 reviews)
Nice hotel. Good front desk reception. Great location.

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Eurostars The Boxer

Eurostars The Boxer

4 out of 5
West End
Price was ￥504,361, price is now ￥373,061 per person
￥373,061
per person
May 3 - May 10
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Boston (BOS)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,337 reviews)
Good location. Very kind front desk staff. The room needed a little extra cleanliness love but it is a great stay for one night .

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

The Newbury Boston

The Newbury Boston

5 out of 5
Back Bay
Price was ￥786,626, price is now ￥587,496 per person
￥587,496
per person
May 3 - May 10
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Boston (BOS)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (536 reviews)
Outstanding venue and staff.

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

Reviews of Eastern States Exposition

4.4
Top Destination
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4 - Good 40%
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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Could have had SOME heat in building

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

15 minute drive to The Big E.

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Storrowton Village Museum

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Storrowton Village Museum

Big E Coliseum

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Big E Coliseum

Agawam Town Hall

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Agawam Town Hall

Alice Carson Playground

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Alice Carson Playground

West Springfield Public Library

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West Springfield Public Library

Century Center

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Century Center

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MGM Springfield

MGM Springfield

4 out of 5
One MGM Way Springfield MA
MGM Springfield
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
Baldwin Inn & Suites, SureStay Collection by Best Western
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown by IHG

2.5 out of 5
145 State Street Springfield MA
Holiday Inn Express Springfield Downtown by IHG
Marriott Springfield Downtown

Marriott Springfield Downtown

3.5 out of 5
2 Boland Way Springfield MA
Marriott Springfield Downtown
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield

Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield

3 out of 5
885 Riverdale Street West Springfield MA
Courtyard by Marriott West Springfield
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield MA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield MA

3 out of 5
100 Congress Street Springfield MA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Springfield MA
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown

2.5 out of 5
851 East Columbus Ave Springfield MA
Hampton Inn & Suites Springfield/Downtown
Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel

Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel

3.5 out of 5
1 Monarch Place Springfield MA
Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn-Springfield, MA

Hilton Garden Inn-Springfield, MA

3 out of 5
800 Hall of Fame Avenue Springfield MA
Hilton Garden Inn-Springfield, MA
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