If you’ve never made the trip from Boston to West Springfield for the Big E, this might be the year to try it.
Why it matters: It’s not just another state fair; it’s six state fairs in one, packed into a 17-day showcase of New England’s culinary chops, cultural identity and agricultural output.
- Embrace the New Englandcore vibes.
Driving the news: The Big E opens Friday in West Springfield and runs through Sept. 28.
- It’s about an hour and 45 minutes from Boston. Just take the Pike to West Springfield.
By the numbers: The Big E — aka the Eastern…..