2025

App Available in the App Store and Google Play   The Great New York State Fair announced the official launch of its new mobile app today, designed to be the ultimate companion for fairgoers. The app, now available for free download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play, provides an… Read more »

Career Challenge Scavenger Hunt Highlights Variety and Value of Careers in the Agricultural Industry New York Agriculture in the Classroom, FFA, and Partners Demonstrate the Diversity of Careers in the Industry Participants Entered to Win a Nintendo Switch   There’s no better place to highlight opportunities in agriculture than at The Great New York… Read more »

In its Third Year, the Garden Adds Grain Crops, Celebrating the Strength and Variety of NYS Agriculture First Garden of its Kind in the Country Helps Visitors Learn about Agriculture Spotlights New York Crops Grown and Produced in New York The New York Department of Agriculture and Markets, with support from the Farm… Read more »

The Most Affordable State Fair Offers Discounts and Everyday Deals   The Great New York State Fair, the most affordable state fair in the United States, is offering an array of budget-friendly options and special deals to ensure fairgoers have an enjoyable experience without breaking the bank. With a focus on… Read more »

The Great New York State Fair is a 13-day celebration of what makes New York unique, and there’s no better way to share in the best of the State than by attending Special Fair Days. From Opening Day on Wednesday, August 20, to Labor Day on September 1, fairgoers will… Read more »

The Great New York State Fair will celebrate Beef Day on Tuesday, August 26, with visitors encouraged to join several activities highlighting New York’s beef industry. In coordination with the New York Beef Council, this special celebration offers a full day of hands-on activities, education, and entertainment that puts a spotlight… Read more »

Eight New Attractions Arrive and Six Family-Friendly Favorites Return this Summer for an Unforgettable Grounds Entertainment Lineup   Are you ready to be entertained? An eclectic array of mesmerizing acts and family-friendly attractions are set to dazzle fairgoers at this year’s Great New York State Fair. From animal encounters and high-energy performances… Read more »

Encourages Fairgoers to Subscribe to Fairgrounds Alert System Texts, Providing Critical Real Time Updates on Weather and Security Information Via Text Message Text NYSF to 888777 Initiative Builds on the State Fair’s Many Security Policies and Health and Safety Measures to Ensure a Safe, Secure, and Family-Friendly Experience for Fairgoers,… Read more »

Global pop sensation AJR is set to light up the Suburban Park stage at the Great New York State Fair on Thursday, August 21 at 8:00 p.m. – the last concert announcement in an exciting and diverse series of performances for 2025. Known for their inventive sound, catchy hooks, and… Read more »

Reduced Price Tickets Available Online Starting at 4:00 a.m.   With the start of The Great New York State Fair just weeks away, Wade Shows, the official vendor of The Fair’s Midway, has announced a one-day, online-only flash sale beginning at 4:00 a.m. on Monday, July 28, until midnight. The sale features… Read more »

Calling all artists, chefs, poets, horticulturists, and more – the countdown is on! If you’ve been thinking about showcasing your talents, crafts, or culinary creations at the 2025 Great New York State Fair, now is the time to act as applications and entry deadlines for The Fair’s statewide competitions are… Read more »

Daily Train Service Allows Fairgoers a Convenient and Cost-Effective Way to Travel to Upstate New York’s Largest Agricultural and Entertainment Extravaganza   Governor Kathy Hochul, in conjunction with Amtrak and the New York State Department of Transportation, today announced that tickets are now on sale for direct train service to and from… Read more »

Country music sensation Dustin Lynch is set to take the stage at Suburban Park on Friday, August 29 at 8:00 p.m., as part of the exciting lineup of performances at this year's Great New York State Fair. Known for his smooth vocals and chart-topping hits, Lynch has established himself as… Read more »

Legendary funk musician George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic will perform live at The Great New York State Fair’s Chevy Court on Opening Day, Wednesday, August 20 at 6:00 p.m. With a career spanning over five decades and a revolutionary influence on funk, soul, and R&B, George Clinton is known for… Read more »