FAQ & General Information
ATM Machines
There is one ATM machine on the fairgrounds located in the Arts & Crafts
Bldg (Bldg E) during all events. During the Dutchess County Fair
two ATM machines are located on the west side of Building A.
First Aid
Event Medical Services personnel is on duty during events throughout the
year and during extended hours at Fair time. The First Aid Station
is located near the main restrooms.
Disabled Access
Accommodations have been made on the grounds, in buildings, the grandstand
and restrooms to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Accessible
parking is available in all public lots. Specials needs should be
called to the attention of security or fair personnel.
Maps and Directions
Maps of the grounds may be obtained at guest service centers (information
booths). Maps are included in the Fair program and are posted at
several locations on the grounds. Guest service personnel will
provide directions to locations on the grounds. The physical address
for internet directions is 6550 Springbrook Ave, Rhinebeck NY 12572.
Pets
Pets, except for guide animals for guests with disabilities, are not allowed
on the fairgrounds at any time. Guide animals must have proper
identification.
Weather
All events take place rain or shine.
Parking
Free parking for all events
Accommodations
Please visit www.dutchesstourism.com for
a complete listing of local area hotels and motels.
We do not have public camping facilities.
Group Tours & Discounts
Dutchess County Fairgrounds group rates apply to orders of 10 or more prepaid
tickets in total. Two complimentary tickets are provided for guides.
We do not allow
bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades or heelies.
Cans, bottles or coolers are not allowed.
Shirts and shoes are required at all times.
Public Address System
The ’ÄúVoice of the Fair" is used for informational and emergency purposes
only. The P.A. system cannot be used by the public to page lost
people.
Lost and Found
Lost and found is located at the Show Office in the Administration Bldg
on the fairgrounds during all events. While you're at the Fair,
Lost & Found is in the State Police building located near First Aid
Station and main restrooms.
Police/Security
All emergency concerns should be directed to security or fairgrounds personnel. Security
personnel are on duty 24 hours a day during the Fair, both on the grounds
and in the State Police office, located near the main restrooms and the
first aid building.
FAIR FACTS
(in addition to the above information, the following applies
to the Dutchess County Fair)
Trolleys & Disabled Transports
Trolleys are available in the parking lots for guest transportation at
no charge. Trolleys will patrol the fairgrounds accessible parking
areas outside festival gates and will transport people with mobility
impairments to the entrance gates from parking lots.
Children's Services
A Rock & Rest diaper changing area is located next to the First Aid
Station.
Lost and Found
Lost and found is located in the State Police building located near First
Aid Station and main restrooms.
Wheelchairs & Strollers
(Presently only available during the Dutchess County Fair & NYS Sheep & Wool
Family Festival) Wheelchairs, motorized scooters, wagons and strollers are
available for rent at the Main Gate, Route 9 entrance. Sorry, reservations
are not accepted (based
on availability).
