SUFFIELD, Conn. — One of Northern Connecticut’s largest summer celebrations returns today as the sixth annual Suffield Summer Fair brings three days of live entertainment, carnival rides, local food vendors, artisan shopping, and a spectacular fireworks finale.

The free community event takes place Thursday, June 25 through Saturday, June 27 at Suffield Middle School, 350 Mountain Road, Suffield.

Fair hours are Thursday, June 25 from 5 to 9 p.m.; Friday, June 26 from 5 to 9 p.m.; and Saturday, June 27 from noon to 10 p.m. The Suffield Summer Fair’s signature Grand Fireworks Show will light up the sky on Saturday, June 27, beginning at 9 p.m.

More than 30,000 residents and visitors attended last year’s event, making the Suffield Summer Fair one of the region’s most anticipated summer traditions.

“People told us last year’s fireworks were the best they had ever seen, and we’re excited to bring that experience back for families and visitors to enjoy,” said Frank Campiti, organizer of the Suffield Summer Fair. “Suffield is an incredible community, and we’re proud to offer a free event that brings neighbors together and helps kick off the summer season.”

In addition to the fireworks, attendees can enjoy live music throughout the weekend, carnival rides and games, specialty food trucks, and dozens of local artisans and craft vendors. A complete entertainment schedule and event information are available at www.suffieldsummerfair.com.

The Suffield Summer Fair Grand Fireworks are sponsored by Artioli Dodge Chrysler Ram, AMP Electrical Inc., and PeoplesBank.

Campiti Ventures, founded by Suffield resident Frank Campiti, produces community events including the Suffield Summer Fair and Grand Fireworks Show, as well as the Great Halloween Drive-Thru in Windsor, Conn.