To be more responsive to family fairgoers the Altamont Fair has adopted a pay one price admission policy for 2010.  Gate admission tickets will include a wristband for unlimited rides at the Reithoffer Midway on the fairgrounds. Gate admission tickets will be sold to everyone four years of age and older.

There will be no ride coupons, everyone who buys a gate admission ticket will be able to ride the rides.  Gate admission tickets will cost only $15 each.

Wednesday is FREE to senior citizens! The Altamont Fair recognizes the contributions of senior members of our community by designating Wednesday as free admission to all Senior Citizens sixty-five or older.

Sunday is free to Armed Services members. The Altamont Fair honors our citizens who have served in the Armed Services or who are currently on active duty by offering free admission on Sunday.  ID required.

There will be wristbands available for purchase for people who receive free admission and would like to ride the rides.

The Altamont Fair is the only agricultural fair in the capital area which offers this inclusive ride opportunity.  This offers an economical way for the public to enjoy all areas of our fair in these times of economic challenge.

Tickets will be available this summer and at the gate.

Come enjoy the Altamont Fair August 17-22, 2010

The Altamont Fairgrounds are available for your summer event….family reunions, business picnics, trade shows.   We have indoor and outdoor facilities.  Call Marie 861-6671 at the fair office to help you with planning.

The Altamont Fair is pleased to announce the election of the following members to its Board of Directors: Dave Ahern, Wayde Bush, Pat Canaday, Susan Osta and Willard Schultz.  Dave Ahern, Schenectady, has been active in Buildings and Grounds and capital projects.  Wayde Bush, Altamont, helped create the new Blue Ribbon Cooking Center and is looking forward to more time in the Farm Machinery Museum.  Pat Canaday, Altamont, has been involved in the financial workings of the Fair.  Susie Osta, Schenectady, has been Pony Show Superintendent and helped with parades, scarecrows, etc. Willard Schultz, Schenectady, has been a key member in planning grounds setup and execution.  The Board of Directors welcomes such diverse voices.

Dr. Stuart Lyman, Delmar, has been elected President of the Altamont Fair. Dr. Lyman is a veterinarian who spearheaded the very successful Miracle of Birth, which presented the birth of a calf daily at the Fair.  He has served as Treasurer of the Fair and has been a sheep, vegetable and farm products exhibitor for decades.

Bob Santorelli, Altamont, has been elected Vice-President of the Altamont Fair.  Bob is a local businessman who has been serving up delicious barbeque chicken at local fairs for years.  He has served as President and Vice-President of the organization and has been key to moving ahead with capital improvements.

Kathy Stanton, Coeymans Hollow, will serve as Secretary of the Altamont Fair.  Kathy has been Co-superintendent of the Cattle Barn for some time and enjoys participating in the outside events held at the fairgrounds.

Rose Norkus, Schenectady, has been named Treasurer for the coming year. Rose is well-known in Pony events at the Fair and has managed Entries.

The Altamont Fair at its annual meeting passed resolutions honoring the following members: Robert Coleman, Frederick Edmunds, Howard Hulbert, Dennis Purtell, and Doug Stanton. These members have been named Member Emeriti for their long and significant service to the Altamont Fair.  This is the first time that this title has been conferred upon members.

The Altamont Fair is a not for profit corporation that is operated by volunteers to promote the educational, agricultural and historical traditions of our community.  What would you like to see or do at the Altamont Fair?  Contact us with your ideas and suggestions.  We have volunteer opportunities in many areas.  info@altamontfair.com

Contact Jane Lyman  jane.lyman@altamontfair.com for more info