Schoharie County Sunshine Fair

About this event

The nostalgic Schoharie County Sunshine Fair is returning this year to offer the traditional fair experience everyone loves. Whether you're a frequent fairgoer or haven't been to one since childhood, this event will provide the entertaining experience you're seeking.

Enjoy a full week of fair favorites including midway rides, games, local vendors, agricultural displays, and crowd-pleasing food and drinks. From sweet treats and fried dough to refreshing lemonades and savory favorites, there’s something to satisfy every craving.

Visit exhibits demonstrating what life was like in the past in Schoharie County or catch an exciting show including tractor pulling and demolition derbies. The fairgrounds are packed with entertainment every day of the week, making it a summer event you won’t want to miss.

Fairgrounds open daily at 9:00 AM
Midway Hours: Opens at 4:00 PM on Tuesday, and from 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM Wednesday through Sunday

Fair Highlights for 2025:

• Parmalee Concert – Thursday, August 7
• Marshall Tucker Band Concert – Wednesday, August 6
• Chubby Checker and the Wildcats – Saturday, August 9
• Skeeter Creek – Friday, August 8
• Rylee Lum Band – Sunday, August 10
• Immortal Wrestling – Tuesday, August 5
• NYTPA Tractor Pull – Friday, August 8
• MVPPL Truck Pull – Saturday, August 9
• Central K9 Performance Dogs – Dock Dogs – Each day of the Fair
• Puppy Pals – Each day of the Fair
• Harness Racing – Tuesday, August 5
• Demolition Derby – Tuesday, August 5 and Sunday, August 10
• All New Sunshine Fair Big Top Circus – Each day of the Fair
• Wesley Williams One Wheel Wonder – Each day of the Fair
• Heritage Village – Each day of the Fair

Make plans for the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair today!