How to Enter

2025 New York State Fair Competitions

• Enter Open Competitions online

• Enter Horse Show Competitions online

• Enter Youth Competitions online - coming soon

• Additional competition rules and entry links located next to rule books per department further down on the page 

In New York State, our competitive spirit is a big part of who we are – and few places is it more evident than at the New York State Fair. Each year, thousands of participants cater to their competitive side by entering in competitions spanning a full range of categories including culinary, fine arts, photography, livestock and more. From delicious desserts, champion cattle or historic antique tractors, the Fair hosts competitions for nearly every interest and age group. Whether it’s a premium cash prize, a coveted blue ribbon, or just good old-fashioned bragging rights at stake, we wish you the best of luck!

All Exhibitors entering a State Fair Competition must have a State Financial System (SFS) number to process any potential premium payments. Please review this SFS Reference Guide for details on how to register to get a SFS number, or to verify information for an existing account.

• You can only enter a competition online by clicking the "Enter Online" link from those competitions below.
• All entries must be received online before 12:00 midnight on the specified competition deadline date.
• All materials and dates are subject to change.
• If you have any questions, please contact us by email at nysfairentrydepartment@agriculture.ny.gov or call (315) 728-4383 or (315) 728-4426.

 

Page Last Updated: July 15, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.

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