Fun Competitions, Prize-Winning Exhibits, and More Await Fairgoers
One of the joys of the annual Columbia County Fair is seeing the talents of traditional skilled artisans as well as creative masters of the off-beat showcased in a wide variety of exhibits and competitions. Everything from Scarecrows to Sunflowers are on display.
Check out the beautiful work in the Wool Booth and the quilts on display in the Octagon Building. Or swing by the Upcycled garments where creative minds transform used items to create new wearable accessories and houseware items – the results are sure to amaze you! The handwork proudly submitted under the Domestic Arts and Crafts banner are among the items contributed by generations of Fairgoers – think canned goods, artwork, flowers, pies, biscuits, muffins, cupcakes, and candy. Don’t miss the always-lovely photographs submitted by photographers of all ages. And the newly-refurbished School House will be brimming with work submitted by students across the county. See who will be chosen to receive Columbia County Fair Artist Awards.
The Amateur Craft Beer, Wine, and Cider Contest takes place the weekend before the Fair, as does the Cookie Contest (this year’s cookie is Chocolate Chip!)
Entrants work all year creating their masterpieces. Come have a look and be inspired!
Sensory Day is Thursday, August 28. Midway rides will have lights and music turned off from Noon to 4:00pm. The Sensory Safe Space offered by the Cornell Cooperative Extension is open from 10:00am to 8:00pm daily, adjacent to the 4-H Milkbar.
The 184th Columbia County Fair is located off Route 66 in Chatham, New York. Opening day is Wednesday, August 27, at noon. The Fair – “always runs over Labor Day”, and concludes on Monday, September 1. General Admission is $15 and includes parking and all entertainment. Daily hours are Wednesday: noon to 11PM, Thursday – Monday: 10AM – 11PM. Seniors Day and Youth Day is Wednesday with special pricing at $5.00 for ALL patrons. Youth under 18 and active military with ID or in uniform are admitted free that day. Children 12 and under are always free.
Advance tickets are $13 per single day admission and are available online and at the Fair Administration Office until August 26. Advance tickets will also be available for purchase July 1- August 26 at all Bank of Greene County branch offices. There are no advance tickets for Wednesday, August 27.
NEW THIS YEAR! Special Pre-Sale All-Day Ride Passes are available at $25 per day, a savings of $5 when purchased online. Regular daily Ride Passes are available on the grounds during the Fair at the ride ticket booths near the Ferris Wheel. Cost is $30 per day.
