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The Richmond County Fair
at Historic Richmond Town is back. More than 25,000 visitors are expected
to join in the festivities, entertainment, fabulous food, contests, crafts,
exhibits, shopping and living history demonstrations that are the best in
New York City.
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Presented by Time Warner Cable,
this year’s EXCITING Richmond County Fair starts Friday night, September 5,
with thrilling rides and a full-length movie, and amazing activities on Saturday
and Sunday, September 6 & 7. The Richmond County Fair combines traditional features,
like cotton candy, pie-eating and hot dog eating contests, and a flower & vegetable
contest, with a mix of contemporary and retro entertainment.
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flying trapeze |
The Fair will present an array
of attractions for the whole family; you will see
Robinson’s Racing Pigs,
Pony Rides,
Skin & Bones Comedy Circus
- a unique presentation of animals, skill and comedy, and a
Petting Zoo,
to name a few. Enjoy visiting Dora the Explorer and Diego
Saturday & Sunday at the Time Warner Cable Booth! The Staten Island
Historical Society is committed to providing an authentic festival with something for everyone.
Richmond County Fair
will feature one of the best Beatles cover bands around - “Beatlemania.”
You'll hear and see other great entertainment by SteveSongs,
The Nashville Attitude,
Vito Picone and the Elegants,
Live Music By Paris,
Sounds Uncertain - and many more.
John Rodriguez will be available on Sunday afternoon for about on hour to sign free pictures at the Richmond County Fair. Rodriguez recently signed a minor league deal with the New York Mets and was assigned to Triple-A New Orleans. The veteran outfielder spent parts of two seasons in the majors with the St. Louis Cardinals, winning a World Series in 2006. He currently resides on Staten Island.
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ATM Available - Credit Cards
Accepted
All
proceeds benefit the educational
programs of the Staten Island
Historical Society and the
preservation of Historic Richmond
Town
Friday
Night Rides -
September 5;
6:00 to 11:00 p.m.
One Price Admission for Amusement
Rides
8:00 p.m. FREE Family Movie — “Looney Tunes: Back in Action”
Brought to you by Time Warner Cable
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Bugs Bunny and Tweety Bird characters will stop by to say hello! |
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Admission: $15 per person per day — Kids 34 inches and under FREE
Includes: Admission to grounds, unlimited amusement rides (bungee jump and animal rides not included), entertianment on 3 stages, contests, visit historic building and more!
Senior Admission (60+) — $10 per person per day (excludes rides)
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