Clinton County Agricultural & Industrial Fair Brings Six Days of Summer Fun to Morrisonville
Clinton County Fair is summertime tradition since 1948.
Few events capture the flavor of a North Country summer quite like the Clinton County Agricultural & Industrial Fair, returning July 13–18, 2026, to the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Morrisonville, New York.
Just three miles off Interstate 87 in the northeastern Adirondacks near Plattsburgh and Lake Champlain, this classic county fair blends agricultural tradition with carnival rides, live entertainment, grandstand thrills, and enough fair food to satisfy every craving.
Since 1948, the Clinton County Agricultural Society has welcomed generations of families to this six-day celebration, making it one of the Adirondack region's longest-running summer traditions.
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A true Adirondack agricultural tradition.
Agriculture remains the heart of the Clinton County Fair. Visitors can explore 4-H and FFA exhibits, meet livestock, watch dairy competitions, and learn where North Country food comes from through educational displays and live demonstrations.
Agriculture is at the heart of the fair.
One favorite attraction is the calf birthing exhibit, offering families a fascinating look at farm life while highlighting the region's deep agricultural roots. It's a reminder that behind every maple syrup bottle, cheese curd, and glass of milk is a hardworking Adirondack farming community.
Fair food worth the trip.
The aromas arrive long before visitors reach the midway.
Fresh-cut fries, sizzling sausage sandwiches, fried dough dusted with powdered sugar, hand-dipped ice cream, lemonade, barbecue, and local specialties compete for attention around every corner. It's the kind of event where lunch turns into an afternoon of grazing, and nobody leaves hungry.
Entertainment for every age.
The midway buzzes throughout the week with carnival rides, classic games, and colorful lights after sunset.
Take a spin on the merry-go-round on the midway.
Meanwhile, the fairgrounds stay lively with performances from Cooper Alan, Liam Von Elbe, Richie and the High Street Rockers, the always-popular Sea Lion Splash show, Buffalo Barfield, and Pipsqueak the Clown. Whether visitors come for country music, family entertainment, or simply people-watching with a lemonade in hand, there's rarely a quiet moment.
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Grandstand excitement in the Adirondacks.
For many longtime fairgoers, evenings belong at the grandstand.
Demolition derbies, tractor pulls, and rodeo events deliver the horsepower, dust, and cheering crowds that have become county fair staples throughout New York. It's loud, energetic, and unmistakably summer in the North Country.
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Arrive before lunchtime to enjoy the livestock barns while they're quieter, then spend the afternoon exploring exhibits before the midway becomes busiest. If attending an evening grandstand event, arrive early for parking and save room for fried dough before heading home.
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Why the Clinton County Fair remains a summer favorite.
The Clinton County Fair succeeds because it offers something increasingly rare: a place where agriculture, community, entertainment, and family traditions still share equal billing.
Visitors exploring Plattsburgh, Ausable Chasm, Lake Champlain, or the northern Adirondacks will find the fair makes an easy day trip or evening outing. Whether it's a child's first carousel ride or a longtime visitor's annual fried dough tradition, the experience feels comfortably timeless.
For schedules, admission information, entertainment updates, and weather-related announcements, visitors should check the fair's official website or Facebook page before attending.
Watch highlights from last year's Clinton County Fair.
See highlights from last year's Clinton County Agricultural & Industrial Fair in Morrisonville and get a preview of the midway, livestock exhibits, entertainment, and family atmosphere visitors can expect again in 2026.
Local television coverage showcases the atmosphere, attractions, and community traditions that make the Clinton County Agricultural & Industrial Fair one of the North Country's signature summer events.
Located just outside Plattsburgh near Lake Champlain, the Clinton County Fair continues to be one of the Adirondacks' most popular annual agricultural celebrations.
FAQ
When is the Clinton County Agricultural & Industrial Fair?
July 13–18, 2026.
Where is the Clinton County Fair held?
At the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Morrisonville, New York, approximately three miles west of Interstate 87.
What entertainment is featured at the fair?
Visitors can enjoy concerts, Sea Lion Splash performances, midway rides, demolition derbies, tractor pulls, rodeo events, agricultural exhibits, and family entertainment throughout the week.
Is the Clinton County Fair family friendly?
Yes. The fair offers children's attractions, educational exhibits, livestock barns, carnival rides, live entertainment, and food for all ages.
How close is the fair to Plattsburgh?
The fairgrounds are only a short drive from downtown Plattsburgh, making it an easy day trip while visiting the Lake Champlain region.
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The midway at Clinton County’s annual fair.
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