Events at the Dutchess Fairgrounds

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Rhinebeck Rod, Custom & Muscle Car Show
July 27th & 28th
Friday 7:00AM-6:00PM
Saturday 7:00AM-9:00PM

Hosted by the Hudson Valley Street Rod Association.

The affordable alternative - Camping Available - Call the Dutchess County Fairgrounds at 845-876-4001. Camping spaces are limited call early to reserve your space.

2012 Registration Forms
2012 Rhinebeck Nationals Flyer
2012 Introduction Letter
Rhinebeck Nationals Camping Form

The Dutchess County Fair
August 21 - 26, 2012
Open Daily at 10:00AM

For six days each August, the Dutchess Fairgrounds on Route 9 in Rhinebeck plays host of up to 400,000 patrons for the Dutchess County Fair. The largest 6 day county fair in New York State is a show place for agriculture in Dutchess County, highlighted by the big name talents, one of the finest carnivals in the entire country, free shows and attractions. This is a major playground for Dutchess County in the Hudson Valley. View the complete Entertainment Schedule – To Be Announced.

Crafts at Rhinebeck
“Showcasing Fine Art & Crafts”
New Date!!!!! June 23 & 24
Sept. 29 & 30th

Twice a year, the Dutchess Fairgrounds is the site for the premier arts and crafts shows in the northeast - the Annual Crafts at Rhinebeck Festival. Both shows are juried and attract some of the finest artists from around the world. The June Crafts at Rhinebeck is a contemporary show, while the fall show has more the flavor of a family festival with a petting zoo and horse drawn carriage rides, as well as fine art & crafts. Purchase handmade museum quality art at affordable prices. Visit the Crafts at Rhinebeck web site for more information.

Other Events
Previous events have included: Hudson Valley Autism Walk & Exp, Rhinebeck Car Show & Swap Meet, Rhinebeck Antiques Fair, Cancer Relay for Life, Antique National Motorcycle Meet & Antique Machinery Show, HV Philharmonic & Fireworks, Hudson Valley Wine & Food Festival, Good Guys Rod & Custom Car Show, Rhinebeck Rubber Stamp & Paper Arts Festival, HV Gem & Mineral Show, and Winter Storage. View Calendar of Events for current events.