County Fair Guide

Jefferson County Fair

Watertown, New York

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2026 Dates

July 14–19, 2026

Duration

6 days

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Size

medium

What to Know

The Jefferson County Fair, based in Watertown, is a six-day North Country tradition drawing Thousand Islands and St. Lawrence region families for livestock competition and fair entertainment each July.

Before You Go

Watertown is the gateway to the Thousand Islands region and Fort Drum — the fair is a great reason to explore northern New York's waterways and outdoor recreation.

On the Midway

The fair features livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, harness racing, a large carnival midway, and grandstand entertainment.

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