Join fellow detectorists for a three-day natural metal detecting event at the historic Springfield Fairgrounds in Springfield, Maine, from September 25–27, 2026.

This unique hunt provides access to approximately 60 acres of historically significant land, including former 1800s business sites, stagecoach routes, walking trails, old dumps, cellar holes, the town’s former poor farm, a Masonic lodge area, town office grounds, a ballpark, and the historic fairgrounds.

The Springfield Fairgrounds have served as a community gathering place for approximately 200 years. The property has hosted nearly 180 agricultural fairs, operated as a trotting track, and was used as a dirt automobile racing track during the 1940s and 1950s. A local museum is also located beneath the grandstand.

Event Dates

September 25, 26 and 27, [YEAR]

Admission

The fee for the full three-day event is $200 per person.

Children ages 12 and younger may attend free of charge.

Each paid admission ticket also includes one entry into three prize drawings:

• 10-ounce silver bar
• 5.5-ounce custom silver bar
• Metal detector

Natural Metal Detecting Areas

Participants will have the opportunity to search a variety of historic locations, including:

• Approximately 60 acres of historic land
• Sites of former 1800s businesses
• Old stagecoach trails
• Historic walking trails
• Four former dump sites
• Two cellar holes
• The former Springfield town poor farm
• Historic fairgrounds and gathering areas
• Former trotting track
• Former dirt automobile racing track
• Masonic lodge, town office and ballpark areas

All detecting must follow event rules and any designated property restrictions.

Bonus Seeded Pinpointer Hunt

The event will include a special pinpointer-only bonus seeded hunt featuring a wide variety of buried prizes.

Seeded prizes are expected to include:

• American silver coins
• Canadian silver coins
• Silver necklaces
• Silver rings
• Silver bracelets
• Metal detecting gear
• Accessories
• Additional surprise prizes

Organizers currently have approximately 53 troy ounces of silver prepared for the hunt and are working toward a goal of approximately 1,000 total seeded prizes.

Participants should bring a working pinpointer for this portion of the event.

Raffles and Additional Activities

Additional activities will include metal detecting raffles, a 50/50 drawing and other prize opportunities. One of the featured raffle prizes will be a Stihl chainsaw.

A portion of the event proceeds will be donated to organizations supporting wounded veterans and children, including Wounded Warrior Project and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Funds will also be used to help children obtain metal detectors and to support sponsored metal detecting clubs with prizes and giveaways.

Live Music and Birthday Celebration

On September 26, the band Y Wouldn’t U will perform at 6:00 p.m.

The evening will also include a birthday celebration with cake.

Camping Information

On-site camping options include:

• Tent camping
• Car camping
• Self-contained camping

There are no full camping facilities or utility hookups available. An outhouse will be provided.

Participants should arrive prepared with their own water, food, camping equipment, power supplies and other necessities.

Important Information

This is a natural metal detecting event with a separate bonus seeded hunt. Historic finds are not guaranteed, and all participants are expected to detect responsibly, fill their holes, remove trash and follow organizer instructions.

Advance registration is recommended due to the size and scope of the event.

Location: Historic Springfield Fairgrounds, Springfield, Maine
Dates: September 25–27, 2026
Admission: $200 for all three days
Children: Ages 12 and younger attend free
Camping: Tent, car and self-contained camping permitted
Facilities: Outhouse only

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