Dutchess County Fair Announce Classic Rock Acts for 2026

The sounds of Classic Rock will fill the air this summer at the Dutchess County Fair in Rhinebeck, NY.

The 2026 Dutchess County Fair will run from between Tuesday August 25th through Sunday August 30th and, so far, there are 2 Classic Rock acts scheduled to perform on the Grandstand Stage. Here's everything you need to know.

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The Dutchess County Fair is just getting started with their summer concert announcements but it has been an exciting week for Classic Rock fans with 2 announcements and more to follow.

According to the Dutchess County Fair Facebook page, 38 Special will play the Grandstand Stage on Wednesday August 26th at 7:30p. Combo admission and concert tickets will go on sale Monday March 23rd at 10am. Check ticket availability HERE.

This year marks the 180th year of the Dutchess County Fair and you can expect your favorites to return. Midday rides, great food vendors and the fair fare, meet the animals at livestock events, and tour the fairgrounds to find a firefighters museum, a one-room schoolhouse, historic train station, sugar house, cider mill and more.

Read more; Here are 25 Artists That Have Played the Great New York State Fair

Almost Queen will pay tribute to Queen on the Grandstand Stage on Friday August 28th at 7:30pm. This performance will be included with your paid admission ticket to the fair.

The 2026 Dutchess County Fair will be open from 10a-10p Tuesday through Saturday and 10a-8p on Sunday. Children 11 and under are admitted FREE. Ride tickets or wristbands can be purchased separately and are required for any guest who wishes to ride midway rides. Parking is FREE.