August 31-September 2, 2024 | 12-8pm
Staten Island’s annual community celebration and Historic Richmond Town’s biggest fundraiser.
For 43 years, Historic Richmond Town has hosted the Richmond County Fair, and we are honored to welcome everyone to enjoy the best of Staten Island. Also, it is our most important fundraiser of the year, and your ticket to the Richmond County Fair directly supports Historic Richmond Town in its mission to preserve and share our local history.
Historic Richmond Town is remarkable. It is the most complete living history museum in New York City. It is operated by the Staten Island Historical Society. Founded in 1856, the organization interprets and restores a living history village, operates a historical museum, and collects and preserves material culture to inspire engagement with and understanding of the diverse histories of Staten Island.
When you purchase a ticket to the Richmond County Fair, you are supporting Historic Richmond Town. Proceeds from the Richmond County Fair contribute to the preservation and restoration efforts for all 40 historic Staten Island buildings, 112 acres, and over 4 properties cared for by Historic Richmond Town. Your support helps us provide educational programming throughout the year to over 25,000 students.
Historic Richmond Town is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. We are grateful for our supporters who help us fulfill our mission. We say thank you to our corporate sponsors, community partners, and everyone who attends the Richmond County Fair. Thank you and enjoy the fun of the Fair!
Tickets
Last tickets sold at 7pm. Become an HRT member to enjoy discounted admission.
Vendors
Over 100 vendors will line the streets selling everything from delicious fair food to antique cameras. Cultural organizations and community-based non-profits are can also register for The Staten Island Culture Crawl.
Volunteer
Care to lend a hand during this year’s fair? Help make the fair memorable for all!
Become a Sponsor
Learn about how your company can support Historic Richmond Town’s mission through corporate sponsorship.
Attractions, ContestS & entertainment
Enjoy fairground favorites, carnival rides, contests, games delicious fair food, and fair a three-day music festival featuring a wide variety of Staten Island-based acts.
Living History
Costumed interpreters take you back in time with demonstrations of carpentry, tinsmithing, broom making and more, right in the heart of our historic village.
Thank you to our 2023 Sponsors
Press Inquiries
Email akennard@historicrichmondtown.org for the full media kit, press release, and request access for members of the press.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Historic Richmond Town is a 501(c)(3) educational not-for-profit and NYC’s only living history village and museum. Proceeds from ticket sales and additional fees support the education, preservation, and restoration efforts that enable us to provide high-quality and varied public programming and special events throughout the year. Thank you for your support!
What should I bring to the Richmond County Fair?
Attendees are welcome and encouraged to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, earplugs, a valid form of state-issued ID, non-professional film or digital cameras, strollers, backpacks, purses, comfortable shoes, and a good joke. The following items are strictly prohibited: weapons of any kind, fireworks, explosives, illegal drugs, unauthorized controlled substances, outside food or alcohol, coolers, bicycles, skateboards, hover boards, glass containers, and drones.
What payment methods do you accept?
Tickets may be purchased in advance online via credit or debit card, or at the gate via cash or card.
Do you offer any discounts?
Discounts are available for tickets purchased online, as well as for Historic Richmond Town members. For more information on becoming a member, please visit our Membership page.
Where is the Richmond County Fair located?
The Richmond County Fair is located at Historic Richmond Town, 441 Clarke Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10306. Entrance gates are located at the corners of Richmond Road & St. Patrick’s Place, and Arthur Kill Road & Center Street.
Where do I park?
No parking is available on site. Parking is available at the Staten Island Mall Commuter Lot, located at Marsh Avenue & Richmond Hill Road, with free shuttle service to and from the fair. The last shuttle departs Historic Richmond Town at 7:30 p.m. each night.
What is your refund policy?
Refunds will not be issued for any reason, except due to event cancellation or postponement. Tickets are not transferable between individuals and are not valid across multiple or alternate days.
What if the weather isn’t too great?
The Richmond County Fair will be held rain-or-shine. Refunds will not be issued in the event of inclement weather.
How should I dress?
Comfortable and supportive footwear is highly recommended. For the safety of visitors, heels, open-toed, or non-supportive footwear is strongly discouraged.
Are pets allowed?
Except for ADA service animals or approved support animals for persons with disabilities, no pets are allowed (even temporarily) anywhere in or about the premise during the event.
Is smoking allowed at the fair?
Smoking is prohibited on Historic Richmond Town’s campus.
What I have more questions?
Please direct any questions not addressed on our website to rcf@historicrichmondtown.org or (718) 351-1611 x 242. A member of our production team will respond within 48 hours. Due to the high volume of inquiries received, we are unable to provide information already contained online.