2025

Do You Want to Make This Summer a Little Brighter for a Family in Need? The Great New York State Fair is Calling for Applicants to Participate in its Fair Cares Program to Enjoy a Day at The Fair

Not-for-Profit Entities That Serve Special Needs Populations, Low-income Groups, and Underserved Areas are Encouraged to Apply   The Great New York State Fair is looking to partner with local not-for-profits to help to make the end of summer a little sweeter for families in need within our community. The Fair is now… Read more »

Celebrating Pride: The Great New York State Fair Announces Pride Day Musical Line-Up, featuring Variety of Viral Sensations

Jessie Murph, The Lady Gaga Tribute, Lily Rose, and Neon Trees to Perform on Pride Day at the Fair, Friday, August 22 As the First Fair in the Nation to Officially Hold Pride, New York State Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Pride Day at the Fair, Includes Resource Fair and the Annual… Read more »

R&B Stars 98 Degrees Comes Full Circle Back to The Great New York State Fair

The men of R&B pop supergroup 98 Degrees will return to the Great New York State Fair this summer to give fairgoers “Just One Night” of heart-melting hits like “I Do Cherish You,” “The Hardest Thing,” “My Everything,” and “Because of You.” The classic boy band will be hitting the… Read more »

Governor Hochul Announces The Great New York State Fair’s ‘Star-Spangled Savings’ Ticket Promotion

The Great New York State Fair offering reduced ticket prices from Memorial Day weekend through 4th of July weekend   Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of the brand-new Star-Spangled Savings ticket sale promotion ahead of the 2025 Great New York State Fair. The promotional sale officially starts today at 9… Read more »

Honoring Heroes Through Harmony: Purple Heart Recipient Tom Nitti and former Contestant on ‘The Voice’ Ashley Bryant Return to The Great New York State Fair on Armed Forces Day

The Great New York State Fair is excited to welcome back Tom Nitti, along with his fiancée and fellow performer Ashley Bryant, to Chevy Court on Armed Forces Day. Renowned for their musical talent and energetic performances, this duo is scheduled to take the stage on August 28, at 1… Read more »

Gimme Gimme Gimme That 24K Magic: Abba tribute and Bruno Mars tribute bands set to bookend The 2025 Great New York State Fair

Magic will be headed to The Great New York State Fair this summer as ABBA tribute and Bruno Mars tribute acts are set to open and close Chevy Court’s entertainment lineup at the 2025 Fair. First up, The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA will kick off The Fair, sharing the… Read more »

+LIVE+ to Rock Suburban Park at The Great New York State Fair This Summer

Having sold more than 23 million albums worldwide and earned two number one albums, +LIVE+ will now bring their hits from “Throwing Copper” and “Secret Samadhi” and more to The Fair’s Suburban Park on September 1, at 6 pm. “Fairgoers told us last year that they wanted to hear more rock at the… Read more »

The Great New York State Fair Partners with The Rochester Red Wings to Remind Fans That “A Great Day Is Just An Hour Away”

Promotional Signage and Home Game Trivia Contest Spotlights Fair Favorite Activities and New York Agriculture, with Winners Receiving Four Free Tickets to The 2025 Fair Continued Partnership with Taste NY Program Highlights New York Producers, Brings Local Craft Beverages and other Ballpark Staples to Innovative Field for the 8th Year   The New… Read more »

With 100 Days to Go Until Opening Day, The Fair Announces The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus to Perform at The Great New York State Fair this Summer

With 100 days to go until Opening Day, the Fair is keeping the good vibes going! Get ready to embrace the energy and anthems of The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus as they hit the Chevy Court stage on Monday, August 25 at 6 p.m. This summer, The Great New York State… Read more »

Governor Hochul Celebrates New York Future Farmers of America’s 100th Anniversary and Announces Construction of New FFA Building at State Fair

During 100th Annual Convention, New York State Honors FFA’s History and Growth, Including 100 New Charters Signed Since 2016 Groundbreaking Ceremony for New FFA Building Highlights State’s Commitment to Fostering Agricultural Education and Ensuring the State Fair Remains Rooted in Agriculture Convention Returns to the Fairgrounds for 100th Anniversary, Marking Significance Since… Read more »

Six-Time Grammy Winner Dionne Warwick to Make a Return to The Great New York State Fair

Six-time Grammy Award-winning artist, Dionne Warwick, will grace the Chevy Court stage with a highly anticipated return performance on Labor Day, September 1, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Warwick, a legendary fixture in the American music scene, previously captivated fairgoers with an unforgettable show in 1999 and, after nearly three decades,… Read more »

Los Lonely Boys Set to Bring a Dash of ‘Heaven’ to The Great New York State Fair this Summer

Mark your calendars for a dash of "Heaven" on Sunday, August 24 at 1 p.m. That's when Grammy-Award winners Los Lonely Boys will bring their unique blend of rock & roll, Texas blues, brown-eyed soul, country, and Tejano to Chevy Court, making for an unforgettable Texican Rock & Roll experience… Read more »

Statements from State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball and State Fair Director Julie LaFave on the Passing of Van Robinson, Syracuse Community Advocate, Civil Rights Leader, and True Friend of The New York State Fair

“I am proud and honored to have known Van Robinson, a kind man with true spirit and grit, a fierce advocate for civil rights, who cared deeply for his family and for his community,” said Commissioner Ball. “Van was a mentor for me personally. He had tremendous quiet strength and resolve and… Read more »

Country Superstar Nate Smith to Kick Off Chevrolet Music Series at The Great New York State Fair on Opening Day, August 20

Country superstar Nate Smith is set to light up Suburban Park on Opening Day, Wednesday, August 20 at 8:00 p.m., officially kicking off the start of the 13-day run at The Great New York State Fair and the Fair’s music series, which is promising to hold the best and most… Read more »

Cabs are Here, and The Only Destination is an Epic Night at The Great New York State Fair with DJ Pauly D

This summer, DJ Pauly D, known for his fist-pumping beats and memorable catchphrases, will join the Great New York State Fair’s entertainment lineup with a special performance on Chevy Court, Friday, August 29, at 9 p.m. DJ Pauly D is one of the world’s most in-demand DJs and reality television personalities.… Read more »

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