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Late Summer Fairs & Festivals
Summer in the Catskills is packed with fun, and August is one of the best times to experience it all! From lively festivals to one-of-a-kind community celebrations, there's something happening around every corner. We've rounded up some of our favorite August events to help you plan your next adventure. Take a look below and see which one catches your eye!
Photo by Grahamsville Little World's Fair
Sullivan County
Shandelee Music Festival
Through August 22nd
Experience the sunset concert series in Livingston Manor with artists playing chamber music or jazz each Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday through August 22nd.
Grahamsville Little World's Fair
August 14th-16th
Daily entertainment, rides, great food and vendors, and agricultural and livestock exhibits make this annual fair, now in its 146th year, a worthwhile adventure!
Photo by City of the Hills Festival
Otsego County
Fortin Park Summer Festival
August 15th
Games for the whole family, wagon rides, live music, food and refreshments, local vendors, and so much more, are to be experienced at the Fortin Park Summer Festival in Oneonta, NY.
City of the Hills Festival
September 19th & 20th
Celebrating the talent of local craftspeople and artisans, City of the Hills Festival closes off Main Street for this two day festival. Enjoy shopping from local vendors while enjoying live music and delicious food.
Photo by The Kingston Artists Downhill Derby
Ulster County
The Kingston Artists Downhill Derby
August 16th
The Kingston Artists Downhill Derby is a display of eclectic and wacky non-motorized vehicles that make their way through Kingston, NY. View the creative sculptures at this unique event!
Summer Hoot
August 28th-30th
Experience 3 days of nature, community, and live music at this annual music festival. Enjoy activities for the whole family, local food and beer vendors, local and world-class musicians, and much more in between.
Photo by the Delaware County Fair
Delaware County
Delaware County Fair
August 17th-August 22nd
The Delaware County Fair is one of the largest agricultural events in the Catskills. Witness live entertainment everyday including illusionist, trick horsing riding, demolition derbies, rides, food, and over 1,000 animals.
Bovina Farm Day
September 6th
Bovina Farm Day is a one day event packed with interactive demonstrations, a hay bale playground for kids, a scarecrow making contest, apple pie competition, a huge vendor market, and much more.