KINGSTON – The 2021 Ulster County Fair will be returning this summer from Tuesday, August 3 through Sunday, August 8 at the Ulster County Fairgrounds in New Paltz, County Executive Pat Ryan and the Ulster County Agricultural Society announced on Thursday.
Ryan also announced that the Ulster County Pool Complex will be open starting July 4 weekend and will remain open until Labor Day on September 7.
“After an incredibly difficult year, we finally have a chance to celebrate and enjoy this summer. I am proud and excited that we are able to bring back the Ulster County Fair and re-open the Ulster County Pool Complex this summer,” Ryan said. “The Ulster County Fair is an event that is enjoyed by our entire community and I am looking forward to being able to have our fairgrounds once again be a hub of fun and recreation for all of our Ulster County families.”
Information about tickets, exhibitors, and entertainment can be found at https://ulstercountyfair.com. Following the state guidance for county fairs, The Ulster County Agricultural Society has submitted a COVID-19 Safety Plan to the State Health Department. The plan includes an online ticketing system to control capacity, contact tracing, no indoor entertainment, and additional cleaning protocols.
The New Paltz Pool Complex features an Olympic size swimming pool and two large kiddie pools. All three pools have lifeguards on duty at all times. The pool complex also has a large lawn area for additional lounging and sunbathing and a newly added playground area for children ages 8 and under.
Following the CDC and state COVID-19 guidelines, unvaccinated individuals are required to wear masks when not in the pool and maintain social distance when not in the pool.
