Still Time To Get To The Dutchess County Fair

RHINEBECK, NY — The 174th year of the Dutchess County Fair is in the homestretch. The fair will be pulling up its stakes Sunday night.

But that doesn't mean you can't still head to Rhinebeck and have a great time looking at prize-winning livestock, riding the rides and eating all that great fair food.

Speaking of fair food, be sure to download the Dutchess County Fair app so you can vote for your favorite "side" in the "SporkRun" contest.

Patch went to the fair opening day Tuesday, and take a look at some of things we experienced.

The Dutchess County Fair is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. through Sunday, Aug. 25 — rain or shine. It is located at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds, 6636 U.S. 9 in Rhinebeck.

Keep in mind that during the weekend Route 9 northbound can get really crowded, so alternate routes such as Route 9G and County Route 308 are things to consider.

General admission is $15 for adults; children 11 and under are free; seniors 65+ and military with proper ID $8.

Rides are not included in the fair admission. They are four tickets for $5 or 22 for $20.

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