Experience the Best County Fairs Near Lake George This Summer
Near or Far, These Fairs are Worth the Drive!
Check out the fun-filled county fairs near Lake George, happening across the Capital Region and in the Adirondacks: the Saratoga County Fair, Washington County Fair, Altamont Fair, Essex County Fair, Fonda Fair, Schaghticoke Fair, Clinton County Fair, Schoharie County Sunshine Fair, and Columbia County Fair.
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Check Out Fairs Close to Lake George
These fairs are within one hour (or a little more!) of Lake George!
Saratoga County Fair: July 21 - 26, 2026
The Saratoga County Fair offers live music, a rodeo, a demolition derby, domestic and exotic animals, food vendors, and more happening at the fairgrounds in Ballston Spa, about 40 minutes from Lake George.
Washington County Fair: August 24 - 30, 2026
The Washington County Fair features over 1,800 exhibitors, more than 1,900 animals, over 30 free daily shows, and more than 40 carnival rides. The fair will also be populated with artisans, craftsmen, historians, and food vendors. The fairgrounds in Greenwich are about 40 minutes from Lake George.
Enjoy These Fairs About an Hour's Drive From Lake George
These fairs are around or a little over an hour away from Lake George!
Altamont Fair: August 18 - 23, 2026
The Altamont Fair has music, concessions, vendors every day, and more. Highlights include the Circus Hollywood, Hollywood Racing Pigs, and a high wire aerial thrill show. The drive takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from Lake George.
Essex County Fair: July 29 - August 2, 2026
The Essex County Fair is about an hour from Lake George. Catch tractor pulls, mud bogs, and trailer races or head over to the midway for rides.
Fonda Fair: September 2 - 7, 2026
The Fonda Fair features a talent contest, demolition derby, animal shows, a rodeo, and other fun activities. The Fonda Fairgrounds are about 1 hour and 15 minutes drive from Lake George.
Schaghticoke Fair: September 2 - 7, 2026
Participate in hands-on activities at the Schaghticoke Fair, the third oldest fair in the state. Enjoy a Ferris Wheel, Merry Go-Round, live music and more! The Schaghticoke Fairgrounds are just under an hour from Lake George.
Make a Day of It & Travel to These Happening Fairs
These fairs are a little farther away, but you can join in the fun if you're up for a day trip or happen to be in the area!
Clinton County Fair: July 13 - 18, 2026
The Clinton County Fair in Plattsburgh offers classic fair fun with rides, vendors, food concessions, shows, exhibitions, and more. This one is about 1 1/2 hours from Lake George.
Schoharie County Sunshine Fair: August 11 - 16, 2026
Enjoy the family-friendly fun at the Schoharie County Sunshine Fair with a parade, fireworks, live music, a demo derby, tractor pulls, and more! The fairgrounds in Cobleskill are about 1 hour and 45 minutes away from Lake George.
Columbia County Fair: September 2 - 7, 2026
You can find live country music, a demolition derby, tractor pulls, a rodeo, and more at the Columbia County Fair. The fair is about 1 hour and 30 minutes away from Lake George, and 2026 marks its 185th year.
