Altamont Fair

Altamont Fair August 18 - 23, 2026 Capital Region Hometown Fair
Also available as a unique wedding or event venue August 18-23, 2026.

The Altamont Fair is the Capital Region's Hometown Fair, representing three counties: Albany, Schenectady, and Greene Counties. www.altamontfair.com
(518) 861-6671

General Rules

· Backpacks and coolers are subject to inspection
· NO Pets (except service dogs)
· NO bicycles, skateboards, or scooters
· NO firearms or weapons
· NO alcoholic beverages brought to fairgrounds or parking lot

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· NO smoking in barns, buildings or museums

Ride Policy

UNDER 36” – no rides
Limited rides 36” – 48”
No bare feet, flip-flops, sandals or open-toed shoes on some rides
No refunds

🎡 60 Days Until the Altamont Fair 🎡In just 60 days, the midway lights will be glowing.The smell of fried dough will be i...
06/19/2026

🎡 60 Days Until the Altamont Fair 🎡

In just 60 days, the midway lights will be glowing.

The smell of fried dough will be in the air.

Blue ribbons will be hanging in the exhibit halls.

Kids will be meeting animals, winning giant stuffed prizes, and making memories they'll talk about long after summer ends.

The countdown is officially on.

What's the first thing you do when you arrive at the fair?

👇 Tell us below!

🎡 SAVE THE DATES! 🎡One of the Altamont Fair's biggest ticket events is getting even bigger.For the first time ever, our ...
06/18/2026

🎡 SAVE THE DATES! 🎡

One of the Altamont Fair's biggest ticket events is getting even bigger.

For the first time ever, our Flash Sale is expanding from a single 10-hour event to FOUR FULL DAYS!

📅 July 1–4, 2026

We're announcing the dates early so you can mark your calendar now and start planning ahead. If you've participated in our Flash Sale before, be sure to take note—this year's sale will look a little different!

We'll be sharing more details as we get closer, but for now, save the dates and spread the word.

Want a reminder when the sale begins? Join our email list and we'll send updates directly to your inbox:

📧 https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/bnrzwoY

Who's ready for four days of Flash Sale savings? 🎟️🎠

🚶‍♀️ PORTER CHALLENGE UPDATE 🚶‍♂️We're halfway through our first-ever virtual Porter Challenge, and we're excited to sha...
06/17/2026

🚶‍♀️ PORTER CHALLENGE UPDATE 🚶‍♂️

We're halfway through our first-ever virtual Porter Challenge, and we're excited to share some progress!

✅ 39 walkers have joined the virtual challenge (and 23 more in person)
✅ 9 online participants have already qualified for the prize drawings (and more are days away!)
✅ Thousands of steps have been logged in honor of Porter

But here's the good news...

There are still 14 days left to participate!

If you've been thinking about joining, there's still plenty of time to get moving and work toward the 200,000-step goal needed to enter our prize drawings.

🎟 Prize Drawing #1
2 Altamont Fair admission tickets + 2 ride wristbands

🎟 Prize Drawing #2
2 admission tickets to both the Altamont Fair and Harvest Fest

Remember, this challenge isn't about being the fastest or walking the most. It's about honoring Porter, a World War II Veteran who inspired this tradition through his commitment to walking the fairgrounds every day into his 90s.

Join us, get moving, and help us celebrate his legacy one step at a time.

Download the Pacer app and search for "Porter Challenge" or DM us for a link!

🚑 NOW HIRING EMTs FOR THE 2026 ALTAMONT FAIR! 🎡Looking for a rewarding way to serve the community during one of the Capi...
06/16/2026

🚑 NOW HIRING EMTs FOR THE 2026 ALTAMONT FAIR! 🎡

Looking for a rewarding way to serve the community during one of the Capital Region's biggest events?

We're currently accepting applications for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) for the 2026 Altamont Fair.

📅 August 18–23, 2026
✅ Must be 18 years or older
✅ Current New York State EMT certification required
✅ Current CPR certification required

Join the team that helps keep fairgoers safe while being part of an exciting week at the fair!

Apply today: https://altamontfair.com/pageserver/staff-wanted

Know a great EMT? Tag them below or share this post! 👇🚑🎡

06/16/2026

We offer our deepest condolences to all affected by the loss of horses in the tragic fire last night at the Saratoga Harness Track. We are so sorry for your devastating loss.

You know every word.You just don’t admit it publicly.If you missed them at The Cohoes Music Hall back in February, we a...
06/15/2026

You know every word.
You just don’t admit it publicly.

If you missed them at The Cohoes Music Hall back in February, we are so excited to announce that The Little Mermen are bringing your favorite Disney hits to the Altamont Fair—and yes, you’re allowed to sing along.

Bring the kids… or don’t. We won’t judge.

✨ Full performance details coming soon

Update: We still need Balloon Twisters! Thank you - We are all set for henna artists and face painters. We're looking fo...
06/12/2026

Update: We still need Balloon Twisters!
Thank you - We are all set for henna artists and face painters.

We're looking for a few talented artists for a private event at the fairgrounds on July 11th!

🎈 Balloon Twister(s)
🎨 Face Painter(s)
🌿 Henna Artist(s)

Interested? Send us a DM!

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them in the comments or share this post with them. 👇

The best part of our annual Scarecrow Contest?Watching entire teams of people commit wholeheartedly to absolute nonsense...
06/10/2026

The best part of our annual Scarecrow Contest?

Watching entire teams of people commit wholeheartedly to absolute nonsense. 😂🍂

This year’s theme:
📺 90s Sitcoms!

Which means somewhere out there:
✔️ someone is planning a Ross & Rachel scarecrow scene
✔️ somebody’s dad is about to become Tim “The Toolman” Taylor
✔️ a group of coworkers is arguing over who gets to be Kramer

Gather your cast and start planning your masterpiece now!

Just another day in the office planning the fair. What are you doing?
06/10/2026

Just another day in the office planning the fair. What are you doing?

👑✨ Could this be your year?Applications are now open for the 2026 Miss Altamont Fair Pageant!The Miss Altamont Fair Page...
06/08/2026

👑✨ Could this be your year?

Applications are now open for the 2026 Miss Altamont Fair Pageant!

The Miss Altamont Fair Pageant is about much more than a crown. It's an opportunity to build confidence, develop leadership and public speaking skills, serve your community, and become a positive representative of the Altamont Fair and the Capital Region. ✨

With divisions for ages 5 through adult, there is a place for participants of all ages to get involved. Whether you're stepping onto a stage for the first time or looking for a new way to grow and serve your community, we'd love to meet you.

Throughout the year, contestants and titleholders have opportunities to participate in community events, represent the fair, and make meaningful connections across Albany, Schenectady, and Greene Counties.

📅 Applications are due August 7
📍 Open to residents of Albany, Schenectady, and Greene Counties

Tag someone who would be a great representative for the Altamont Fair! 💙

Learn more and apply here: https://altamontfair.com/pageserver/competitive-entries

Address

NY 146 &, Arlington Street
Altamont, NY
12009

Telephone

+15188616671

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