In celebration of America’s 250th birthday, the Columbia County Fair proudly presents a spectacular fireworks display on Opening Night at 9 PM. Enjoy a brilliant burst of color lighting up the skies above the fairgrounds and beyond as we celebrate our nation’s history, community, and spirit together.

Upstate-NY based band playing originals and rock/pop covers from the 50s through the 90s.

Always willing to stretch country’s modern and elastic boundaries, Jerrod Niemann hit the ground running as an artist with a sound that stood out and a compelling visual presence. It didn’t hurt that he could count on the support of and synergy with friends like Randy Houser and Jamey Johnson, who both made cameos in the video for “Lover, Lover.” There followed a string of hits including “What Do You Want,” “One More Drinkin’ Song,” the chart-topping “Drink to That All Night,” and “A Little More Love” with his friend and sometimes touring partner Lee Brice.

He has always been one of a kind. Since the day his chart-topping major-label debut, “Lover, Lover,” announced him as a truly original voice, he has been that guy—a little edgier, a little cooler, maybe just a bit off-center in the best possible way. Ten years in, he is making some of the most compelling music of his career.

Sitruc James is a professional magician and illusionist renowned for delivering high-impact magic shows and breathtaking grand stage illusions, Sitruc James combines world-class illusion with charisma, humour, and powerful audience engagement.

Started in 2005 by former Detroit Tigers Pitcher Milt Wilcox, & his son Brian, Ultimate Air Dogs has soared to the top simply because of a down to earth attitude, grass-roots background, and ability to make every competitor feel welcome! The philosophy of UAD is all about “family”. This is not a discipline sport in that two handlers are allowed on the dock at a time to help Fido stay in a “sit”.

From the smallest jumper to  the biggest Ultimate high flyer, all breeds  (mix or purebred) any size (Yorkies to Great Danes) are encouraged… as long as they can swim!

Side Show Willie from Columbia County has been together for 9 years with different musicians throughout the years. The current line-up went back to it’s roots as a three-piece classic rock band. the band has a wide assortment of classic rock songs from the 1960’s through the 1990’s with a few surprises. The band consists of Dave Battelene – guitar and vocals, Dale Woodford – drums and vocals and founding member Pete D’Amica – bass and vocals.

Magic Ben will WOW you by the mind-reading, mentlizem, magic, and illusions that are intermingled with comedy.

Masters of the Chainsaw is a limited group of the nation’s top professional chainsaw sculptors, dedicated to promoting and preserving the integrity of the art form and its performance. During a forty five-minute show, from behind protective netting, onlookers will observe an original and captivating high-energy performance. With chain saw roaring and chips flying, carver Brian Ruth’s precision and skill quickly transforms a three-foot tall log into a true work of art. Nearly every show will result with a chainsaw carving being-produced from start to finish, with as many as four chainsaw carvings per day and shows lasting up to an hour.