Enjoy Annual Fairs in the Saratoga County Area During 2020
Editor's Note (6/11/2020 8AM): Below, we've noted which fairs have canceled for 2020, and which are still scheduled. We will update this page as fair organizers release info for this year.
Attending a fair with the family is one of the best summer traditions, and local and county fairs are held in and around Saratoga County NY. Rediscover the fair this year and enjoy rodeos, rides, live entertainment, animals, tasty food, games, and more.
In Saratoga County
(CANCELED) - Saratoga County Fair: July 21-26, 2020
Please note that the 2020 Saratoga County Fair scheduled for July 21-26 has been canceled. The Fair will return in 2021 on July 20-25.
Near Saratoga
These fairs are approximately 45 minutes from Saratoga Springs.
Schaghticoke Fair: September 2-7, 2020
The Schaghticoke Fair is the third oldest fair in the state and takes great pride in being a family fair with hands-on participation at its exhibits. Every building will be bursting with vegetables, fruits, animals, antiques, baked goods, and homemade crafts.
(Canceled) Washington County Fair: August 24-30, 2020
See over 1,800 exhibitors and over 1,900 animals at the Washington County Fair in Greenwich. Visitors can also enjoy carnival rides, daily shows and entertainment, and local product displays.
Fonda Fair: September 2-7, 2020
The Fonda Fair is full of fun with a demolition derby, animal shows, rodeo, truck pulls, and more!
Worth the Drive
These fairs are about an hour away from Saratoga, or a little bit less!
(Canceled) Columbia County Fair: September 2-7, 2020
Hear great music, see amazing competitions and exhibitions, and have a blast at the Columbia County Fair.
(CANCELED) Altamont Fair: August 18-23, 2020
The Altamont Fair has expanded a lot within the past couple of decades, with an additional building, a cow barn, and more. Stop by with the family for live music, vendors, fair rides, and fascinating animal exhibits.
(CANCELED) Schoharie County Sunshine Fair: August 11-16, 2020
There is fun for all ages at the Schoharie County Fair with tractor pulls, live music, exciting shows and competitions, and more fair fun.
Take a Day Trip
These fairs are a little farther away, but they are really spectacular if you're up for a day trip or happen to be nearby.
(CANCELED) Vermont State Fair: August 18-22, 2020
Whether you're a fan of demolition derbies, fair food, or even carnival fun, the Vermont State Fair in Rutland is the place to be this August! Rutland is about 1 hour and 40 minutes from Saratoga.
New York State Fair: August 21 - September 7, 2020
The New York State Fair in Syracuse consists of 18 days and nights of the best food, music, games, exhibits, agriculture, and more.