The 2026 Altamont Fair: A Week-Long Summer Tradition Near Clifton Park, NY
Looking for some August fun to top off your summer in the Capital Region? The annual Altamont Fair returns to the Altamont Fairgrounds on August 18-23 2026. This summer event near Clifton Park features family-friendly contests, animal shows and exhibits, thrilling amusement rides, live music, food vendors, and more.
2026 Altamont Fair Details
Dates: August 18-23, 2026
Location: Altamont Fairgrounds, 129 Grand St, Altamont, NY 12009
Contact Information: Call "518-861-6671," or Email "info@altamontfair.com"
Altamont Fair Events, Entertainment & More
The Altamont Fair includes six days of exciting events throughout the fairgrounds. There are a wide range of vendors to explore, games to try, and sweet & savory fair foods to taste.
- Dreamland Amusements Midway Rides
- Demolition Derby
- Rodeo
- Animal Shows
- Pig Races
- Live Music
- Roaming Performers
- Lumberjack Show
- Royal Hanneford Circus
- And so much more!
2026 Ticket & Admission Information
Live shows and grandstand entertainment—including the Royal Hanneford Circus and Demolition Derby—are FREE with your gate admission!
Admission & Daily Specials
- Kids 10 & Under: FREE every day.
- $10 Tuesday (Aug 18): $10.00 cash at the gate or $11.50 online for ages 11+.
- Wednesday – Sunday: $15.00 cash at the gate or $16.75 online for ages 11+.
- Senior Citizens (65+): FREE admission with ID on Wednesday, Aug 19.
- Military & Veterans: FREE admission with ID on Wednesday, Aug 19.
- Grange Members: FREE admission with ID on Wednesday, Aug 19.
Carnival Ride Pricing
Rides require a separate purchase and are not included in the gate admission price.
- Unlimited Ride Wristband (Daily): $30.00 cash or $32.50 online.
- Individual Ride Ticket: $1.50 each.
- 20 Ride Tickets: $30.00.
- 50 Ride Tickets (Includes 1 free ride): $60.00.
- Tuesday Ride Special: Unlimited wristbands are just $30.00 all day.
- Height Requirement: Riders must be at least 36" tall for unlimited wristbands.
- Closing Time: Wristband sales end one hour before the Midway closes.
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