July 2026

Paying Tribute: Eclectic Mix of Genres to Join Great New York State Fair Tribute Band Lineup

“Good times never seemed so good!” you may find yourself singing along as you look over this year’s lineup of tribute bands performing at The Great New York State Fair. From salutes to Elton John, Neil Diamond, Journey, and The Temptations, to classic rock and pop of the ‘70s and… Read more »

Prolific Songwriter and Producer Robin Thicke to Perform at Great New York State Fair

The mask is coming off, as Fair officials reveal that critically acclaimed artist Robin Thicke will make his Great New York State Fair debut Sunday, September 6, at 8 p.m. Thicke, a five-time Grammy Award nominee, Diamond-selling performer, actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, is known for creating iconic, hit-making pop and R&B… Read more »

Breakout Artist Stella Lefty to Take Stage at The Great New York State Fair

Make plans to “Stay” and enjoy a warm night under the stars, as the Songstress of Summer, Stella Lefty, takes the Chevy Court stage on Sunday, September 6 at 6 p.m. to make her Great New York State Fair debut. Lefty is a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter carving out a name with… Read more »

Governor Hochul Announces Admission Tickets and Parking Vouchers for The 2026 Great New York State Fair Go On Sale July 7

The Great New York State Fair to Run Wednesday, August 26 Through Labor Day, September 7 The Fair Offers New Yorkers an Affordable, Family-Friendly Way to Get Offline and Get Outside This Summer Daily Passes Available and the Frequent Fairgoer Option Returns for Fair Superfans Centro’s Park-N-Ride Direct Shuttles from Downtown Transit Hub,… Read more »

The Great New York State Fair to Implement Infrastructure Changes to Enhance Safety and Security for 2026 Fair

Initiative Strengthens Fairgoer Safety, Enhances Access Controls, and Reinforces The Fair’s Commitment to a Safe, Secure, and Family-Friendly Experience Initiative Strengthens Fairgoer Safety, Enhances Access Controls, and Reinforces The Fair’s Commitment to a Safe, Secure, and Family-Friendly Experience Updated Policies Align with Large-Scale Events and Festivals of Similar Scale The Great New York… Read more »

Chevy Court Goes “Golden” with Demon Hunters Tribute Group Moonlight Princesses

Get ready for a family-friendly performance inspired by the global phenomenon KPop Demon Hunters! The trio Moonlight Princesses will show fairgoers “how it’s done, done, done” with a high-energy, dance-filled tribute to the hit animated film at Chevy Court on Saturday, August 29, at 1 p.m. during The Great New… Read more »