A proper county fair on a Hudson pier is a genuinely odd collision, and the sideshow acts make it more interesting than a standard street festival. It is free, it is on the water, and it runs long enough that you can drift in whenever. Good for families without being only for them.
What to expect
An open pier with amusements, vendor stalls and a stage, running through the afternoon. Come and go as you like. Food is sold on site.
Good to know
- Admission is free
- Pier 1 is in Riverside Park South on the Hudson
- Carnival amusements may be individually ticketed
- The pier is exposed, so bring sun cover on a hot day
- Nearest subway is 72nd Street on the 1, 2 and 3
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Common questions
Is entry free?
Yes — admission to the fair is free, though individual rides may charge.
Where is Pier 1?
In Riverside Park South on the Hudson, near West 70th Street.
