Demolition Derby
One of the most popular events each year during the Columbia County Fair is the Stoney Roberts Demolition Derby. This year’s crowd favorite will be held over two nights – Thursday, August 28 for 4 cylinders, mini vans, mini pickups, and mini SUVs and again the following night featuring 6 and 8 cylinder vehicles and full size trucks and vans. Each night will have a Best Appearance theme – “Military” on Thursday and “Monster Trucks” on Friday. A cash purse of $1500 awaits each night’s winner. The excitement begins at the Grandstand at 6:30PM!
No drivers are permitted under age 18 and all must pre-register. Entry forms may be picked up at the Fair Office or found online at www.stoney-roberts.com .
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.
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