Country Living Fair

The pages of Country Living Magazine come to life! Over 200 vendors sell antiques, arts, crafts, home and garden items, flowers and specialty foods at Rhinebeck’s Country Living Fair.

Experience the pages of Country Living Magazine coming to life in Rhinebeck, NY! Over 200 vendors selling antiques, arts, crafts, home and garden items, flowers and specialty foods will be present. Do some shopping for antiques, furniture, handcrafted goods, art and artisans, vintage and upcycled goods, home and garden decor, plants, and more. Take a break from shopping to meet the editors of Country Living Magazine, attend seminars, cooking demos and how-tos, see artisan demonstrations, shop the Specialty Food Market, and much more. More than 200 vendors will gather at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in New York’s beautiful Hudson Valley for this unique event.

Tickets and Pricing

One day ticket $18 at the door, $13 in advance

Three day weekend pass $25 at the door, $15 in advance

Early Bird Three Day Weekend Pass (8:30a.m. entry on Friday & Saturday) $40 at the door

Make and Take workshops $10-25 (if available at the door), $10-25 in advance

Children under 16 free if accompanied by an adult, and tickets, books, fees and workshops are nonrefundable whether they are used or not. For more information on tickets, visit the Country Living Fair webpage, 

Country Living Fair Hours

May 31, June 1-2, 10a.m. to 5p.m. (rain or shine)

Early Bird Ticket Holders enter at 8:30a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Information of specific schedule of events will be posted to the County Living Fair website in May!

Take Amtrak to The Country Living Fair

Find your treasure via Amtrak to Rhinecliff Station—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount!

Get picked up from Rhinecliff Station and taken to your reserved #NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Rhinecliff office today at: 845-336-4700.

Country Living Fair

The pages of Country Living Magazine come to life! Over 200 vendors sell antiques, arts, crafts, home and garden items, flowers and specialty foods at Rhinebeck’s Country Living Fair.

Experience the pages of Country Living Magazine coming to life in Rhinebeck, NY! Over 200 vendors selling antiques, arts, crafts, home and garden items, flowers and specialty foods will be present. Do some shopping for antiques, furniture, handcrafted goods, art and artisans, vintage and upcycled goods, home and garden decor, plants, and more. Take a break from shopping to meet the editors of Country Living Magazine, attend seminars, cooking demos and how-tos, see artisan demonstrations, shop the Specialty Food Market, and much more. More than 200 vendors will gather at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in New York’s beautiful Hudson Valley for this unique event.

Tickets and Pricing

One day ticket $18 at the door, $13 in advance

Three day weekend pass $25 at the door, $15 in advance

Early Bird Three Day Weekend Pass (8:30a.m. entry on Friday & Saturday) $40 at the door

Make and Take workshops $10-25 (if available at the door), $10-25 in advance

Children under 16 free if accompanied by an adult, and tickets, books, fees and workshops are nonrefundable whether they are used or not. For more information on tickets, visit the Country Living Fair webpage, 

Country Living Fair Hours

May 31, June 1-2, 10a.m. to 5p.m. (rain or shine)

Early Bird Ticket Holders enter at 8:30a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Information of specific schedule of events will be posted to the County Living Fair website in May!

Take Amtrak to The Country Living Fair

Find your treasure via Amtrak to Rhinecliff Station—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount!

Get picked up from Rhinecliff Station and taken to your reserved #NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Rhinecliff office today at: 845-336-4700.

Taste of Country Music Festival

Listen to over 20 artists on two stages during this three-day concert extravaganza for country music lovers.

The Northeast’s biggest country music party awaits you! Experience the country music weekend of a lifetime at Taste of Country Music Festival 2019 at Hunter Mountain in New York. With scenic views of the beautiful Catskill Mountains, Taste of Country Music Festival has set itself apart as one of the most unique festival experiences in the United States. Join thousands of festival goers for a weekend of the biggest names in country music. 2019 headliners include Keith Urban, Rascal Flatts, and Little Big Town.

Schedule of Performances

Performance dates and times will be released in May.

Festival Tickets

Three day general admission (with camping access) $245

Three day general admission (no camping access) $195

Three day outlaw VIP (with camping access) $580

Three day super outlaw VIP (with camping access) $1,600

Three day outlaw VIP (no camping access) $530

Three day super outlaw VIP (no camping access) $1,550

For more details on the types of tickets, click here!

The Taste of Country Festival also includes a wide range of food, drinks and attractions for the country music fans! Come see why the Taste of Country Music Festival is becoming one of the most highly anticipated summer country events in New York State!

Take Amtrak to The Taste of Country Music Festival

Experience these performances via Amtrak to Hudson Station—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount!

Get picked up from Hudson Station and taken to your reserved #NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Hudson office today at: 518-828-5492.

Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival

Now in its 28th year, and with a new location at the Dutchess County Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY, the festival has all new and expanded activities from July 12 – 14, 2019!

The Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival is in its 28th year of hosting balloonists and vendors from all over the country. The festival’s history has evolved into a Hudson Valley tradition and has grown into a full weekend of activities, drawing tens of thousands of visitors from all over the world.  Some of the festival favorites are the evening Majestic Hot-Air Balloon Illumination Moon Glow, tether rides, and rides in the hot-air balloons throughout the weekend! In addition to 100 balloon launches scheduled annually, there will be helicopter rides, hayrides, games, live music, adult and children’s activities and so much more.

Take Amtrak to the Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival

Experience balloon launches, helicopter rides and more via Amtrak to Rhinecliff-Kingston Amtrak Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use the New York By Rail 15% discount! From the Rhinecliff-Kingston Station, the Dutchess County Fairgrounds is 3 miles away, or a 7-minute cab ride.

Looking to explore the area for a weekend getaway? Get picked up from Rhinecliff-Kingston Station and taken to your reserved #NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Kingston office today at: 845-336-4700.

Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival Schedule

FRIDAY, JULY 12

4:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Gates Open – Admission Fee Required

4:00 – Sunset
Food & Vendors Open
** Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides ($20.00 per person. Cash only)
Live Music & Entertainment
Craft Beverage Tastings (Must be 21 years of age or older)
Craft Beverage Tap Tent

4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
*Helicopter Rides

6:00 p.m.
** Hot-Air Balloon Launch (Limited rides available)

8:30 – 9:00 p.m.
** Majestic Hot-Air Balloon Illumination Moon Glow

SATURDAY, JULY 13

5:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Gates Open – No Admission Fee
Breakfast Food & Limited Vendors
** Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides ($20.00 per person. Cash only)

6:00 a.m.
** Hot-Air Balloon Launch (Limited rides available)

12:00 – 9:30 p.m.
Gates Open – Admission Fee Required

12:00 – Sunset
Food & Vendors Open
** Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides ($20.00 per person. Cash only)
Live Music & Entertainment
Craft Beverage Tastings (Must be 21 years of age or older)
Craft Beverage Tap Tent

12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
* Helicopter Rides

6:00 p.m.
** Hot-Air Balloon Launch (Limited rides available)

8:30 – 9:00 p.m.
** Majestic Hot-Air Balloon Illumination Moon Glow

SUNDAY, JULY 14

5:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Gates Open – No Admission Fee
Breakfast Food & Limited Vendors
** Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides ($20.00 per person. Cash only)

6:00 a.m.
** Hot-Air Balloon Launch (Limited rides available)

12:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Gates Open – Admission Fee Required

12:00 – Sunset
Food & Vendors Open
** Tethered Hot-Air Balloon Rides ($20.00 per person. Cash only)
Live Music & Entertainment
Craft Beverage Tastings (Must be 21 years of age or older)
Craft Beverage Tap Tent

12:00 – 5:00 p.m.
* Helicopter Rides

6:00 p.m.
** Hot-Air Balloon Launch (Limited rides available)

* Weather Permitting, Schedule May Vary & Activity Based on Availability
** Wind & Weather Permitting

Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival Tickets

Friday, July 12, 2019

4:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Advance Ticket Online: $10.00 Per Person, Plus Tax and Convenience Fee; At the Gate: $14.00 Per Person

Saturday, July 13, 2019

Noon – 9:30 p.m. Advance Ticket Online: $10.00 Per Person, Plus Tax and Convenience Fee; At the Gate: $14.00 Per Person
6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Admission is FREE and open to the public.

Sunday, July 14, 2019

Noon – 8:00 p.m. Advance Ticket Online: $10.00 Per Person, Plus Tax and Convenience Fee; At the Gate: $14.00 Per Person
6:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Admission is FREE and open to the public.

All Weekend Access Pass Can be used Friday, Saturday OR Sunday: $25.00 Per Person, Plus Tax and Convenience Fee
Children Admission for children under age 3 is FREE
Senior and Military Discount $8.00 Per Person (Friday at the Gate ONLY)

Admission to all morning launches is FREE and open to the public

Dutchess County Fair

For six days each August, the bucolic fairgrounds in Rhinebeck plays host the second largest county fair in New York State.

Every August, the Dutchess County Fairgrounds on Route 9 in Rhinebeck hosts nearly half a million patrons. The second largest county fair in New York State, the Dutchess County Fair is the showplace for agriculture in Dutchess County. With over 147 acres of finely manicured gardens, the fairgrounds is a beautiful setting for thousands of farm animals, agricultural exhibits and horticultural displays.

An entertainment destination where big name talent can be enjoyed, experience “thrill a minute” excitement at one of the finest carnivals in the country. Free shows and attractions can be viewed almost constantly from the time you arrive until the time you leave. For over 170 years, a tradition of excellence has been upheld at the Dutchess County Fair, offering something for everyone and creating memorable moments that will be cherished for a lifetime.

What to Expect at the Dutchess County Fair

You can catch everything from Rosaire’s Racing Pigs and High Flying Pages Aerial Shows to Mad Science Shows and a show with Oscar the Robot daily at the Dutchess County Fair. Don’t miss epic thrill rides and games from Powers Great American Midway—10 rides for $20! Of course, the renowned fair will have live music too! With performances from The Wallflowers, Kane Brown, Chris Lane, Kip Moore and more, there’s a little bit something for everyone. There will also be the Sheriff’s K9 demonstrations and a Northeast Lumberjack Show!

Dutchess County Fair Tickets and Pricing

Daily Admission

General Admission: $15 Adults

Children 11 and under: FREE at all times

Seniors (65+) & Military w/proper ID: $8 every day (purchased at gate)
Note: Senior & Military tickets are not for sale online and are available for purchase all week at the gates or in advance at fair box office. Discount available to person with military ID or senior citizen only. THIS IS NOT A FAMILY DISCOUNT.

Ride Tickets: 4 tickets for $5, 22 tickets for $20

Free Parking

Special Promotion Rates
(Must be Purchased at Gate)

$10 Tuesday: Admission $10 all day

6-Day Pass: $50 (only available at fair box office)

Ride Wristband Days – Wednesday and Thursday: $25 to ride all day. Wednesday and Thursday only. Purchase wristband in Midway upon your arrival to the Fair. Admission paid separately.

Thursday: Admission $7 after 5 p.m. (purchased at the gate)

Advanced Sale Tickets

Convenience fee applied to all online ticket sales.

Advanced Sale Admission Tickets: $12 (good any day: Tuesday – Sunday) available online / selected local retailers

Advanced Sale Ride Tickets: 10 Rides for $20: available online / selected local retailers. Redeem online ride tickets at the Power’s Carnival Ticket Redemption Booth
Note: Online Ride Tickets must be purchased by August 20th at midnight to receive advance sale discount prices

Advanced Concert Tickets: Only available online

Combination Advanced Concert & Gate Admission: Only available online

Everyone entering the fairgrounds must present a valid ticket of admission, including those attending Grandstand concerts.

Take Amtrak to the Dutchess County Fair

Experience these performances via Amtrak to Rhinecliff-Kingston Station in the Hudson Valley—Don’t forget to use the See New York and Save 15% discount!

Get picked up from Rhinecliff-Kingston Station and taken to your reserved NYTRAIN Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Click here to reserve your car or call the Kingston office today at 845-336-4700.