Hudson Valley Fair opens May 4 at Dutchess Stadium
FISHKILL The Hudson Valley Fair returns to Dutchess Stadium in Fishkill on Friday, May 4, with more than 100 state fair rides, games, free entertainment and attractions for the entire family
Opening night admission will be $1; the fair will remain open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through May 20.
The fair will feature a fireworks display by Legion Fireworks Co. each Saturday night at sundown.
Strates Shows, will bring its line-up of state fair rides to the Hudson Valley. For a sneak-peek at the rides, visit www.strates.com/carnival_rides.htm.
The Great American Frontier Circus will feature an award-winning horseback rider performing feats on a galloping horse. An Arabian stallion will walk 60 feet across an arena on his hind legs. The fair also has the biggest horse in the world, the Giant Belgium Horse, and the biggest and strongest ox in the world.
The Wild Wolves Show will give onlookers a chance to appreciate the dynamics of a wolf pack and catch a rare glimpse at a pack of wolf cubs. Animal rescuer, trainer and conservationist Michael Sandlofer will provide entertainment and educational information.
The Old West Theatres vaudeville-show will have dogs as the stars, and a sheep herding demonstration will show-off Border Collies at work. One can belly-up to a hand-carved bar at the True Story Saloon where famous cowboys, Gaby Hays and Gene Audrey and others, can be seen.
Dutchess Stadium in Fishkill is located on Route 9D, just north of Interstate 84. Fair gates open Fridays at 5 p.m. until midnight and Saturdays and Sundays from noon until midnight.
Fair admission is $3 with a buy-one-get-one-free admission coupon available at www.HudsonValleyFair.com; regular price is $6. For a schedule of events, directions and for vendor information, visit www.HudsonValleyFair.com or call 631-920-2309.