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The Fair is Coming!

0 Comments By Elizabeth Nunan on August 23rd, 2011
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Dutchess Fair 150x150 The Fair is Coming!The Dutchess County Fair opens today and runs through the 28th of August. I’ve been the last two years and hope I can squeeze it into my schedule this year. It’s always a lot of fun. Whether you enjoy the rides, the food, the games, the concerts, or the animals, there is truly something fun for everyone. They have a great line-up for their concert series this year including Country star Travis Tritt, REO Speedwagon, American Idol Alum Kellie Pickler, Uncle Kracker and Chubby Checker.

So grab your family and your friends and head up to Rhinebeck to experience this truly classic County fair. You won’t be disappointed! What’s your favorite thing to do at the Dutchess County Fair?

Fun at the Dutchess County Fair

0 Comments By Elizabeth Nunan on August 20th, 2010
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Last year I vowed I would get to the Dutchess County Fair to see what it was all about. To be truthful, I was mostly interested in having funnel cake. I picked up my niece and nephews, stopped at an ATM machine and we headed north to Rhinebeck, NY. It was everything I expected from a State fair – rides, food, games, animals, a parade, music and more!

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The parade - lots of animals!

Though my wallet was drained (twice since I had to find an ATM on the fairgrounds as well) it was worth it. The kids and I had a great time. They played the carnival games, rode all the rides, visited the wildlife exhibit, ate funnel cake and burgers, drank fresh lemonade and milkshakes, and had their caricatures done. They even got to see Senator Charles Schumer, who walked right by us, shaking hands and kissing babies. We got a great picture of his back as he turned away from us a little too fast. Oh well.

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My shot of Chuck Schumers back (white shirt)!

When I told my husband I was taking them again this year, he asked if I needed to take out a loan for it. Yes – it’s not an inexpensive day but it’s a fun one just the same. To me, worth every penny! I often recommend attending the fair to families that are considering relocating to the area and are in town touring or house hunting during the week of the fair. It’s a wonderful way to experience Dutchess County. This year the fair runs from August 24th to the 29th. Will you be there?

Pigs Can’t Fly But They Sure Can Run!

0 Comments By Elizabeth Nunan on August 21st, 2009
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pigsfly Pigs Cant Fly But They Sure Can Run!The Dutchess County Fair is coming and there is nothing quite like it. It’s not just a carnival. There will be thousands of farm animals on display, an antique museum, a petting zoo, bull riding and even racing pigs!

I have promised myself that THIS will be the year I attend the Dutchess County Fair. The Dutchess Fairgrounds in Rhinebeck, NY hosts nearly half a million people for 6 days each August. From what I understand it is something everyone should experience, a step back in time.

There will be live music, horticulture displays, arts and crafts and an International food court. All in addition to a huge carnival.

Sounds like there is enough to do to fill an entire day. The 164th Annual Dutchess County Fair will be held August 25th – 30th and opens daily at 10:00am rain or shine. Now I’ll just have to bring my nieces and nephews so I can pretend the funnel cake is for them.

For more information, please visit: www.dutchessfair.com