Rhinebeck, NY
October 2nd-4th, 2026
Did you know The Country Living Fair attracts shoppers from more than forty states?
Location
Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Rhinebeck, NY
Friday
Early Bird entry
8:30am - 5:00pm
General Admission
10:00am - 5:00pm
Saturday
Early Bird entry
8:30am - 5:00pm
General Admission
10:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday
General Admission
10:00am - 4:00pm
Hours
Getting There
Here's how to find your way to the fairgrounds.
From the Taconic State Parkway
Take the Route 199 exit toward Rhinebeck/Red Hook. Follow Route 199 west, bear left onto Route 308, then turn right onto North Parsonage Street into the fairgrounds.
From the New York State Thruway (I-87/I-90)
Exit 19 (Kingston), follow signs for the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge on Route 209 east. After crossing the bridge, turn right onto Route 9 South; the fairgrounds will be on your left in about 2 miles.
By Car
By plane
By train
By Car
By plane
By train
If you're flying in from outside the region, here are the nearest airports:
New York City Area Airports (JFK, LGA, EWR) – roughly 2–3 hours away, depending on traffic, or you can take the train.
Albany International Airport (ALB) – about 50–60 minutes north by car
Stewart International Airport (SWF) – approximately 45 minutes south by car.
By Car
By plane
By train
By Car
By plane
By train
Amtrak
Take Amtrak to the Rhinecliff-Kingston Station, which is just 3 miles from the fairgrounds.
Metro-North Railroad
Take the Hudson Line to Poughkeepsie Station. From there it’s roughly a 45-minute taxi or rideshare to Rhinebeck.
Parking
Parking is included in your ticket price. What a deal, right?
Accessibility
ADA parking info here
Wheelchair access
Other than service animals, no pets are allowed at the fairgrounds.
Where to Stay
The Hudson Valley region is very popular in October, which is why we encourage you to book your stay well in advance. There are plenty of local options at a variety of price points, but it’s worth noting there are also many beautiful rental properties available on Airbnb and VRBO.
Weather Policy
This event is rain or shine. The Dutchess County Fairgrounds is extremely well equipped for not-ideal weather. Most shopping will be in fully covered spaces, workshops are indoors, and the music stage will be tented.
What to Bring
Friends who will encourage impulse buys
A roomy shopping tote
Fairgrounds-friendly footwear
Pets. Other than service animals, no pets are allowed.
Alcohol. no outside alcohol will be permitted on the fairgrounds
What Not to Bring
Frequently Asked Questions
We sure hope so! Be sure to follow us @countrylivingmag and @countrylivingfair or—even better—subscribe to Country Living Magazine—to be the first to hear about future events.
We’d love to have you! Please see the vendor application details here.
Perhaps, but why rush yourself? With 200+ vendors, plenty of workshops, a three-day roster of main stage speakers and music stage performers, and other activities—don’t miss the Century Museum Village—The Country Living Fair is very much a weekend experience. Besides, dealers restock every day, and you don’t want to miss out.
Yes—we’ll do anything to help you indulge your antiquing habit. Our friends at Lugg will also be available to facilitate large-item delivery within a 90-mile radius.
Absolutely! In addition to a kids’ play area, there will be kid-friendly hands-on workshops (watercolor painting, pumpkin decorating) as well as a 4-H-sponsored space featuring adorable farm animals.
So glad you asked! There are many opportunities for creative integration, as well as social amplification. Please contact [email protected] for details.
