I can smell the fried dough, cotton candy and popcorn already! Hand me a freshly squeezed lemonade at a fair in the Hudson Valley and I’m all set.

Summer is my favorite season as it brings so many events, outdoor activities and beautiful weather. The return of some of our favorite festivals and fairs are exciting and nostalgic.

Some organizations have already made announcements of what events will take place this summer. We can count down to the return of long-awaited festivities to take place in the Hudson Valley. I’ve been counting down since fall, haha.

'Longest Running Independent Fair' Returns To The Hudson Valley This Summer


According to The Grahamsville Little World’s Fair, they explained,

“The Grahamsville Little World's Fair is the longest running independent fair in New York, hosted by the Neversink Agricultural Society”

This event takes place in Grahamsville, NY and locals can share their stories of all of the fun they’ve had attending this event each year. This year, the fair will take place on August 15th through 17th, 2025.

The admission pricing includes kids who are under the age of 4 can get in for free. Seniors who are 75 and older can also receive free admission. Kids who are from 5 to 11 years old would get into this fair for only $5. Attendees ages 12 to 74 would pay $8 for fair admission.

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What Did The Community Think About The Grahamsville Little World's Fair In 2024?

Grahamsville Little World's Fair made a post on social media in August 2024 of how they successfully completed their 144th year of this event. With a smiling crew of those who put this fair together, guests left comments on this Facebook post of their experience.

They included, 

My FAVORITE event!! Thank you to all involved!!”

 

“You guys did an amazing job! Such a fun time. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication”

 

“Thank you for a great week! Your hard work does not go unnoticed!”

 

"Great job, everyone! Always one of our favorite events of the year”

What Makes The Hudson Valley's, Grahamsville Little World Fair Special?

As of 2025, this popular, three day event will take place in the 145th year of The Grahamsville Little World’s Fair! Live music, food and drink vendors along with rides will also be available at this event.

In April 2025, The Grahamsville Little World's Fair made a post on social media including that those who are interested in becoming a vendor at this fair can apply to do so. Be sure to reach out via their website.

Attendees, leave your fur babies at home because dogs are not welcomed except for service dogs. The hours of The Grahamsville Little World’s Fair will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 15 through August 17, 2025.

Additional information about the fair questions and it’s exact hours, be sure to visit their website.

Have you ever been to The Grahamsville Little World’s Fair? Which fair in New York state is your favorite? Tell us more below.

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