2026

Ms. Frizzle and her spectacular bus are coming to town! TheaterWorksUSA’s family musical, The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System, based on the best-selling book series by Scholastic, arrives at The Great New York State Fair’s Chevy Court on Sunday, September 6, at 1 p.m. When a field trip… Read more »

Three-time Grammy winner and generational talent Tori Kelly will make her Great New York State Fair debut on Women’s Day at Suburban Park on Wednesday, September 2, at 8 p.m. Tori recently announced her sixth studio album, God Must Really Love Me, due out June 12 via Epic Records. The album… Read more »

Country sensation Braxton Keith will take the stage at the Great New York State Fair on Friday, September 4, at 6 p.m. at Chevy Court. Known for his soulful voice, heartfelt lyrics, and compelling storytelling, Keith has quickly risen through the country music ranks with his authentic sound and dynamic… Read more »

Break out the Apple Bottom Jeans and the boots with the fur—Grammy-nominated recording artist Flo Rida is back at The Great New York State Fair! He’ll take the Suburban Park stage on Sunday, August 30, at 8 p.m. For over two decades, Flo Rida has been delivering chart-topping hits, including the… Read more »

“Can you hold on?” Because “things will go your way” when Wilson Phillips joins The Great New York State Fair’s Women’s Day lineup on Wednesday, September 2, at 1 p.m. at the Chevy Court stage. If ever the term “music business royalty” applied, it was tailor-made for Wilson Phillips. Carnie and… Read more »

Fans said, “I Wanna Know,” and the answer is it’s true! Country-pop singer and songwriter Maddox Batson will take the Chevy Court stage at The Great New York State Fair on Saturday, August 29, at 6 p.m. Known for relatable songwriting and catchy melodies that have fueled his viral rise on streaming… Read more »

Post-grunge rock artist Better Than Ezra will show fairgoers what’s “Good” as they take the Chevy Court stage at The Great New York State Fair on Friday, September 4, at 1 p.m. Formed in New Orleans in 1988, the quartet Better Than Ezra rose to prominence with their blend of alternative… Read more »

Open to Individuals and Community Groups Planning Single-Day Events   The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced that single-day rental spaces are now available at the New York State Fairgrounds, expanding the site’s offerings as a premier year-round destination for events and community gatherings in the heart of… Read more »

“How Do You Sleep” on exciting news like this? You don’t! Platinum-selling artist Jesse McCartney is bringing his hit songs to The Great New York State Fair this summer. Fairgoers won’t want to miss his performance at Chevy Court at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 3. McCartney, a talented singer-songwriter and… Read more »

It’s no longer a “Dirty Little Secret.” Hit-making pop-rock band The All-American Rejects will take to the Suburban Park stage at 8 p.m. on Opening Day, Wednesday, August 26, for their first-ever performance at the Great New York State Fair. The All-American Rejects have sold over 12 million albums worldwide with… Read more »

Ag Community Encouraged to Nominate Trailblazing Women Across Diverse Award Categories Honorees to Be Recognized at The Great New York State Fair Women’s Day Breakfast 2026 Marks the U.N.’s International Year of the Woman Farmer   New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced that nominations are open for… Read more »

For the 16th consecutive year, The Great New York State Fair is thrilled to welcome back the beloved Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone. Fans can enjoy their timeless hits at the Chevy Court stage at 1 p.m. on Thursday, September 3. Renowned for classics such as “I’m Into Something Good,” “Can’t… Read more »

It’s time for New York’s amateur winemakers to showcase their finest masterpieces at the 2026 Great New York State Fair Amateur Wine Competition. Whether you’re a seasoned amateur vintner or just beginning to explore the art of winemaking, this is your chance to celebrate craftsmanship, creativity, and the community that… Read more »

You’ll “want to come over” to Suburban Park as acclaimed singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge makes her momentous return to the Great New York State Fair’s Pride Day lineup on Friday, August 28, at 8 p.m. With her powerhouse vocals and soulful lyrics, Etheridge staked her claim as one of the preeminent women… Read more »