Windsor, Maine

Home of the Windsor Fair

Overview

Windsor is a quintessential rural community in Kennebec County, best known for the massive Windsor Fair held annually in late August. Just a short drive east of the state capital, Augusta, Windsor offers rolling fields, working farms, and a quiet pace of life along Routes 105 and 32.

Key Facts

Population 2,600

Region Kennebec Valley

County Kennebec

Founded 1809

Nearest City Augusta (15 minutes)

Town Office Visit official website

What Windsor Is Known For

Windsor Local Highlights

Windsor Fair

One of Maine's largest agricultural fairs, featuring harness racing, woodsman's days, and a huge midway.

Hussey's General Store

Famous roadside stop on the Windsor/Whitefield line with the slogan "Guns, Wedding Gowns, and Cold Beer."

Farm country

Dairy barns, hay fields, and maple stands between Augusta and the Midcoast.

Things to Do

Experience the Windsor Fair

Spend a day at the fairgrounds in late August for food, rides, and farm exhibits.

Explore rural roads

Take a scenic drive through the rolling farmland of Kennebec County.

Visit nearby Augusta

Pair country quiet with downtown museums, restaurants, and the Kennebec River Rail Trail; see the /guides/best-restaurants-guide for ideas.

Living in Windsor

Windsor serves as a bedroom community for Augusta while maintaining its strong agricultural roots. It offers affordable housing and substantial land for farming or homesteading, and winter plows keep main commuter routes clear.

Weather & Seasons

summer

Warm, 70-80 F

winter

Cold and snowy, 15-30 F

spring

Cool, 45-60 F

fall

Cool and colorful, 50-60 F

Local Wildlife & Nature

White-tailed deer Wild turkeys Foxes

How to Get There

Windsor is located on Route 32 and Route 105, about 15 minutes east of Augusta; I-295 and I-95 are accessible via Augusta.

Satellite preview shows the approximate town outline to help you get oriented before you arrive.

Satellite preview

Windsor outline

Outdoor Recreation

Mountain Biking

Year-round (Fat Biking in Winter)

Related Guides

The Ultimate Guide to Maine Agricultural Fairs

Explore Maine's best agricultural fairs: tractor pulls, livestock shows, giant pumpkins, and fried dough. Dates, locations, and family fun.

The Ultimate Guide to Maine Maple Sunday

The sweetest day of the year. Discover sugarhouses, taste fresh syrup, and celebrate the start of spring in Maine.

Maine Summer Events & Festivals

Discover Maine's best summer celebrations, from the famous Lobster Festival and Yarmouth Clam Festival to agricultural fairs and windjammer days.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Windsor known for?

Windsor is known for the Windsor Fair, one of Maine's largest agricultural fairs held annually in late August featuring harness racing, woodsman's days, and a huge midway. The town is also home to the famous Hussey's General Store with its slogan 'Guns, Wedding Gowns, and Cold Beer.'

When is the Windsor Fair?

The Windsor Fair is held annually in late August. This major agricultural fair features farm exhibits, harness racing, a large midway with rides, food vendors, and traditional fair entertainment that draws visitors from across Maine.

How far is Windsor from Augusta?

Windsor is about 15 minutes east of Augusta via Routes 32 and 105. The town serves as a bedroom community for the state capital while maintaining strong agricultural roots with working farms throughout the area.