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Canning

Prize-winning canning exhibits display.

Preserving the tradition of canning and secret family recipes is what the Durham Fair Canning exhibit is all about. Our pantries are stock full of prize-worthy jellies, jams, marmalades, honey, syrup, vinegar, relish, chutney, pickles, canned fruits and vegetables, beer and wine. This canning collection may even inspire you to start your own family traditions!

Exhibit Highlights

  • Walk the aisle of jellies, jams, marmalades, honey, syrup, vinegar, relish, chutney, pickles, canned fruits and vegetables
  • Ale and lager beer
  • Wine entries including Red, Rosè, White and Zinfandel
  • Over 100 categories
  • The absolute best in canning!

Calling All Exhibitors

Learn more about exhibiting at the Durham Fair by visiting the 2026 Exhibitor Information page. You will find a listing of categories, rules and regulations, as well as special awards available for our winners.

Become an Exhibitor
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Man operating vintage farm equipment
Vintage farm tools and milk bottles displayed at an exhibit
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Llama eating hay