7 New Food Offerings Coming to the Big E This Year
The Big E is BACK! The annual fair that takes place in West Springfield is bringing its fun, games and most importantly, FOOD to the area in just a couple…
BOSTON AUGUST 12: Julius Daddario, 4, of Boston, eats a freshly cooked up piece of fried dough, during the annual Fisherman’s Feast festival in the north end, Sunday, August 18, 2019, in Boston. (Jim Michaud / MediaNews Group/Boston Herald) ( Photo by Jim Michaud/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images)
(Jim Michaud / MediaNews Group/Boston Herald) ( Photo by Jim Michaud/MediaNews Group/Boston Herald via Getty Images)The Big E is BACK! The annual fair that takes place in West Springfield is bringing its fun, games and most importantly, FOOD to the area in just a couple of short weeks. In addition to the games, performances and parades comes what many of us go to fairs for...the FOOD. But before we get to the food, let's fill you in on exactly what to expect from this year's fair.
On the big stage which is called The Big E Arena, you'll see performances from John Fogerty, Third Eye Blind, Zedd, Vanilla Ice, Bone Thugs N Harmony and so much more. There is a smaller stage called The Court of Honor Stage and artists like Ginuwine, O-Town and Dokken will be appearing there. There is a circus complete with flying trapeze artists, aerialists, clowns and magic galore. Admission for the circus is free with admission into The Big E. There are daily parades at 6pm complete with high school marching bands and more. Oh and don't forget the horse shows and butter sculptures. Yup, I said BUTTER sculptures and yes it's exactly what it sounds like.
Here is all of the general information for The Big E: Gates: 8am
The Big E Bakery: 9am - 10:30pm
Buildings and Craft Common: 10am - 10pm
Avenue of States and Storrowton Village Museum & Shops: 10am - 9pm
New England Center: 10am - 9pm
Midway: Sunday-Thursday, 11am - 10pm; Friday-Saturday, 10am - 11pm
It runs from 9/15-10/1. BEST VALUE! FULL SEASON PASS
17-DAY ADMISSION ADULTS - $70
CHILDREN (6-12) - $35
AT THE GATE - SEPT. 15 – OCT. 1
ADULTS - $20
CHILDREN (6-12) - $12
5 & UNDER - FREE
Now along with the attractions, comes the food! And this year, there are several new food items to fill your belly. From empanadas to stuffed waffles on a stick, there is something for everyone. Here is a list of the seven new food items offered at the Big E this year.
Bacon-wrapped burger w/BBQ sauce
Being offered from Bacon Bomb on East Rd. Details about the bacon wrapped burger are a little scarce but what more information do you need? Sounds DELICIOUS!
Stuffed waffles on a stick with a variety of toppings
Being offered from Waffleicious on Springfield Rd. If you love waffles, you'll love them even more on a stick.
Empanadas
The empanadas are being made from Dolly’s Honky Tonk, Industrial Ave. Empanadas typically consist of fried turnovers filled with anything from beef and chicken and some may have cheese.
Nashville Hot Chicken Pizza, Caramel Apple Snicker Dessert Pizza, Milk shakes red velvet, cookies and cream
Located at Top The Crust, Food Court. This sounds absolutely DELICIOUS, but a bit bizarre. It's a crispy, flaky pizza crust that’s topped with peanut butter, caramel, cinnamon-sugar apples, crushed Snickers candy and a drizzle of chocolate.
Frosting shots, cookies, variety of cupcakes
Luann’s Bakery, Front Porch. Luann's boasts that all of their items are made from scratch using only high quality ingredients. Who doesn't want a shot of straight sugar while visiting a fair?
Popping Kettle Corn Live
Calabrese Market, Front Porch. This family owned deli serves quality food served fresh daily. Live popping kettle corn is always a favorite at any fair or festival.
Ferrindino Maple Bacon Hot Dog, Maple Creemee Sundae, Maple Creemee Latte
Okay, this just sounds DELICIOUS. Find it at Ferrindino Maple, Springfield Rd. They make their own certified organic maple syrup. Think of just how delicious infusing maple into a hot dog would be. The question is, what topping would you put on it?
