Altamont Fair
Next: Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Runs until Sunday, August 23, 2026 (See all dates)
- Time
- 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Venue
- Altamont Fairgrounds, Altamont, NY, 12009
- Price
- Admission varies by day ($10-17).
Enjoy first-rate live entertainment, thrilling midway rides and favorite fair food for the whole family at the 133rd anniversary of the Altamont Fair.
More Information (B95.5 The 80s to Now! is not responsible for external websites)
The Capital Region's hometown fair features rides for all ages, the Royal Hanneford Circus, racing pigs, The Dynamo Dogs, live music, a demo derby, rodeo, lumberjack show, corgi races, animal barns & events, exhibits, historical museums, demonstrations, mouthwatering fair food and more.
Visit the website for daily cash/credit admission prices (free for kids under 11). Admission is $14.40 online pre-sale. Unlimited ride wristbands are $27.25 in advance or $32 ($30 cash price) on site.
Fair hours: noon-10pm Tuesday, 10am-10pm Wednesday - Thursday, 10am-11pm Friday - Saturday, 10am-8pm Sunday. Rides open at 2pm Tuesday and noon Wednesday - Sunday. More info: 518-861-6671
Venue
Altamont Fairgrounds
NY 146 &, Arlington St
Altamont, NY
12009
Dates
The event runs from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM on the following dates.
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