Columbia County Fair Announces Headliner and New Attractions for 2026
June 21, 2026
The 185th Columbia County Fair will kick off Wednesday, September 2, with some exciting new attractions, a stellar Main Stage show on Sunday, and some special surprises to mark our nation’s 250th anniversary celebration. New this year are a Street Truck Pull on Wednesday’s Opening Night, a competition with cash prizes open to the general ...READ MORE
250th Celebration with Fireworks
March 31, 2026
Celebrate America’s 250th in true hometown style at the Columbia County Fair! Join us on opening night, September 2, as the sky lights up with a spectacular fireworks display at 9 PM. It’s the perfect kickoff to a week of tradition, community, and celebration—honoring our nation’s milestone with an unforgettable evening under the stars. Bring ...READ MORE
ATTENTION POULTRY EXHIBITORS
March 31, 2026
A press conference took place Sunday, August 31 in the Show Ring of the Columbia County Fair ATTENTION POULTRY EXHIBITORS WHO: BIRDS 4 MONTHS of age (16 WKS) and OLDER (Waterfowl and pigeons excluded) WHAT: PULLORUM TESTING WHEN: Sunday, August 9, 2026, 9am-12pm WHERE: COLUMBIA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS SHOW RING ROUTE 203 ENTRANCE, 32 CHURCH STREET, ...READ MORE
Fair Board Announces Cattle Barn Replacement Project
September 1, 2025
A press conference took place Sunday, August 31 in the Show Ring of the Columbia County Fair to announce a capital construction project in the agricultural area of the Fairgrounds. Members of the Board of the Columbia County Agricultural Society outlined a plan to replace the cattle barns, which are approaching 100 years old, with ...READ MORE
Great fair- have been going there since 1974 and now sharing it with my children.
– Nicholas P.
Beautiful fair 🙂 Can’t wait to come back again!
– Pam S.
Always a great time… a true old world fair with a up to date twist… made it 2 nights so far this year.. by far my favorite fair in the capital region.
– Christopher G.
