Stardew Valley Fair Guide
The Stardew Valley Fair is an important festival held on Fall 16. It is the only festival in the game where you can purchase a Stardrop (permanently increases max energy).
Basic Information
- Date: Fall 16
- Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Location: Pelican Town Square
- Feature: Crops on the farm are automatically watered, so you can attend the festival with peace of mind.
Festival Activities
1. Grange Display Judging
Display 9 items on the booth, which will be scored by Governor and Mayor Lewis. Scoring criteria:
| Scoring Item | Points |
|---|---|
| Item diversity (8 categories) | +1 point per category |
| Total item value | High-value items get bonus points |
| Item quality | Iridium/Gold quality gets bonus points |
| Mayor Lewis’s preference | Specific items get extra points |
8 Categories: Animal Products, Artisan Goods, Cooking, Fish, Foraging, Fruit, Minerals, Vegetables
High-Score Tips:
- Display items from 8 different categories.
- Prioritize Iridium quality items.
- High-value items: Diamond, Iridium Bar, Ancient Fruit Wine, Prismatic Shard.
- Lewis’s preferred item: Mayor Lewis’s Purple Shorts (easter egg, placing it grants 750 Star Tokens).
Judging Results:
| Rank | Reward |
|---|---|
| 1st Place | 1,000 Star Tokens |
| 2nd Place | 500 Star Tokens |
| Other | Participation Award |
2. Spinning Wheel
The most popular way to earn money at the fair:
| Bet | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Green | 2:1 | ~75% |
| Orange | 2:1 | ~25% |
Tips:
- Green has approximately a 73.3% chance of appearing, Orange approximately 26.6%.
- It is recommended to bet on Green each time, steadily accumulating Star Tokens.
- You can bet all your Star Tokens on Green to quickly accumulate them.
3. Mini-Games
| Game | How to Play | Star Token Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Fishing Mini-Game | Catch fish within the time limit | Based on the number of fish caught |
| Slingshot Mini-Game | Shoot moving targets | Based on the number of hits |
| Maze | Find the exit | Completion reward |
Star Token Shop
Exchange Star Tokens for various rewards:
| Item | Star Token Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stardrop | 2,000 | Permanently +34 max energy (must buy) |
| Rarecrow #1 | 800 | Rare scarecrow |
| Scarecrow | 500 | Regular scarecrow |
| Star Token Hat | 1,000 | Hat |
| Blue Chicken | 1,000 | Unlocks Blue Chicken purchase |
| Various Furniture | Various prices | For decoration |
The Stardrop is a must-buy item, available only once per year; if you miss it, you have to wait another year.
Money-Making Strategy
Best Money-Making Process
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Preparation Phase:
- Bring 100g to enter the festival (minimum entrance fee).
- Prepare 9 items for the Grange Display.
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Participate in Grange Display:
- Display 9 high-value items.
- Aim for 1st place (1,000 Star Tokens).
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Spinning Wheel Money-Making:
- Bet all Star Tokens on Green.
- Green has approximately a 75% chance, steadily doubling.
- Repeat a few times to accumulate a large number of Star Tokens.
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Purchase Stardrop:
- Save up 2,000 Star Tokens.
- Purchase the Stardrop (permanent +34 energy).
Star Token Calculation Example
| Step | Star Token Change |
|---|---|
| Initial | 0 |
| Grange Display 1st Place | +1,000 |
| Bet 1,000 on Green (Win) | +2,000 |
| Bet 2,000 on Green (Win) | +4,000 |
| Purchase Stardrop | -2,000 |
| Remaining | 2,000+ |
Useful Tips
Grange Display Recommended Items
| Category | Recommended Item | Quality |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Products | Large Goat Milk / Large Egg | Iridium |
| Artisan Goods | Ancient Fruit Wine / Diamond | Iridium |
| Cooking | Lucky Lunch / Spicy Eel | — |
| Fish | Legendary Fish / Lava Eel | — |
| Foraging | Purple Mushroom / Chanterelle | Iridium |
| Fruit | Ancient Fruit / Starfruit | Iridium |
| Minerals | Prismatic Shard / Diamond | — |
| Vegetables | Pumpkin / Red Cabbage | Iridium |
Notes
- Unused Star Tokens after the festival will not be carried over to the next year (reset annually).
- The Stardrop can only be purchased once per year.
- Rarecrows can be purchased every year.
- Crops on the farm are automatically watered on the festival day, so you don’t have to worry about them.
1.6 Update Changes
- Added more festival decorations and furniture.
- Spinning Wheel mechanics remain unchanged.
- Stardrop price remains unchanged.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I buy the Stardrop every year? A: Yes, you can purchase one Stardrop every year at the Stardew Valley Fair.
Q: Is the Green probability on the Spinning Wheel really higher? A: Yes, Green has approximately a 75% chance, Orange approximately 25%.
Q: Can I place Mayor Lewis’s Purple Shorts in the Grange Display? A: Yes! This is an easter egg. Placing it will grant an extra 750 Star Tokens, and Lewis will be very embarrassed.
Q: Do Star Tokens disappear after the fair ends? A: No, unused Star Tokens are carried over to the next year.