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Dutchess County Fair is located on Route 9, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. For six days each August, the bucolic fairgrounds on Route 9 in Rhinebeck plays host to nearly half a million patrons. The second largest county fair in New York State is the showplace for agriculture in Dutchess County. Over 160 acres of finely manicured gardens and grass create the beautiful setting for thousands of farm animals, agricultural exhibits and horticultural displays.
The fairgrounds become an entertainment destination where big name talent can be enjoyed, thrill a minute excitement is experienced, and attractions can be viewed almost constantly from the time you arrive to the time you leave. The tradition of excellence that has been the Dutchess County Fair for over 160 years offers something for everyone and creates memorable moments that are cherished for a lifetime.
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The Rhinebeck Antiques Fair is located on Route 9 at the Dutchess Valley County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck NY in Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. This very popular Antiques Fair has been running for over 30 years and offers a summer show and a fall show. The show is held entirely indoors on the Dutchess County Fairgrounds; free parking, extensive food court, and on-site delivery service available.
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845-876-2515 for exact dates.
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The NYS Sheep & Wool Festival is located at The Dutchess City Fairgrounds, 6550 Spring Brook Ave, Rhinebeck NY 12572, Dutchess County in the Hudson River Valley. The New York Sheep and Wool Festival offer activities and attractions for kids and adults. In addition to viewing the different breeds of animals, families can participate in many activities.
Activities for Children (previous festivals) included:
Sheep Dog Trials
A sheepdog trial course tests a dogs ability to do the various jobs a sheepdog will see on the farm. Sheep may need to be gathered from the pasture, or moved about the farm or sorted and penned.
Magic, Music & Ventriloquism
Fantastic magic, great sounding music and just an awesome display of ventriloquism.
Mad Science
Mad Science is the worlds leading science enrichment provider, delivering unique, hands-on science experiences for children that are as entertaining as they are educational.
Dutchess County Sheriff K-9 Demonstration
Experience first hand how the K-9 unit of the Dutchess County Sheriff Department apprehends criminals by using the canine senses of smell. Your child my even be called to help the officers during their demonstration.
Leaping Lama Contest
Come see these 6 foot lamas challenge each other and defy gravity! Who will leap the highest? Who will take home the first place ribbon? You can not miss this example of sportsmanship.
Two by Two Petting Zoo
Kiddie Rides
Pumpkin Patch
Make a Scarecrow
Farm Market and Pumpkin Painting
Hula Hoop Sheep Toss
Animal Alley
Child Bouncy Slide
Putt-putt Golf
Hay Maze and Scavenger Hunt
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for this year's Sheep & Wool Festival schedule, including children's activities and fun for kids attractions.
Transportation by Train
Take the
Amtrak to Rhinecliff, followed by an approximate 5 minute taxi ride.
Take the
MTA Metro North to Poughkeepsie, followed by an approximate 45 minute taxi ride.
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