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Wade Shows is North America's premier carnival company. Their unique spectacular rides and attractions, unparalleled customer amenities, service-oriented staff, and attention to safety are the reasons they set the standard in the industry. View the 2026 rides and midway attractions list here.
Wade Shows Midway Hours:
Open Daily from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., except on Labor Day (Sept. 7) when it will close at 9:00 p.m.
Closing time subject to change without notice
Wade Shows Midway Ticket Offers
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“Ride All Day” Wristbands
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 Thursday, August 6, until midnight. The sale features the absolute lowest price for single-day Midway tickets. To purchase tickets as part of the flash sale, please visit the Wade Show’s website. The flash sale features Ride All Day Wristbands on sale for only $24 plus fees, which is a savings of up to $23 per wristband. Wristbands are valid any one day during The Fair’s 13-day run and give fairgoers the ability to ride any ride of their choice as many times as they want.
Regular advance-sale “Ride All Day” Wristbands, which allow fairgoers unlimited rides for one day of their choosing during The Fair, will be available online beginning Friday, August 7 through Tuesday, August 25 at midnight for $28, plus applicable fees. After the advance sale ends, wristbands will be available for purchase at The Fair for $37 on weekdays and $47 on weekends, plus applicable fees.
Purchase Restrictions: Absolutely no refunds will be given under any circumstance including but not limited to weather. “Ride All Day” Wristbands are not for children under 36" tall. Please check the posted height requirements on WadeShows.com prior to purchasing. Please note, they are not valid on the Broadway Skyliner.
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Midway Mega Pass Wristbands
Fairgoers can also purchase a “Mega Pass,” which provides unlimited rides every day of The Fair. The Mega Pass is available exclusively through the online advance sale from Friday, August 7 through Tuesday, August 25 at midnight for $97, plus applicable fees. Customers who purchase a Mega Pass are encouraged to upload their photo during checkout to expedite redemption.
Redemption for advance and online vouchers should be redeemed at either the East or West Armband Plaza on the main Midway. To help guests avoid lines, Mega Passes may also be picked up in advance of The Fair at the Wade Shows Guest Relations trailer near Gate 4 from Friday, August 21 through Monday, August 24, between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Purchase Restrictions: Absolutely no refunds will be given under any circumstance including but not limited to weather. Mega Passes are non-transferable and cannot be used on the Broadway Skyliner.
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Wade Shows Midway Individual Ride Tickets
For guests who prefer to purchase individual rides, credits will be available in person at Wade Shows ticket booths throughout the Midway:
8 Credits for $12 • 28 Credits for $35 • 50 Credits for $50
Purchase Restrictions: Absolutely no refunds will be given under any circumstance including but not limited to weather. Please check the posted height requirements on WadeShows.com prior to purchasing. Tickets are valid any one time use at the 2026 NY State Fair. Tickets are not valid on the Broadway Skyliner.
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Wade Shows "Wacky Wednesdays" - August 26 and September 2
To celebrate Opening Day and the second Wednesday of The Fair, Wacky Wednesday “Ride All Day” Wristbands will be available for $30 in person at Wade Shows ticket booths throughout the Midway on Wednesday, August 26, and Wednesday, September 2 — a $7 savings off the regular weekday price.
Purchase Restrictions: Absolutely no refunds will be given under any circumstance including but not limited to weather. Please check the posted height requirements on WadeShows.com prior to purchasing. Tickets are not valid on the Broadway Skyliner.
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"Tasty Tuesday" - September 1
To partner with The Fair's Tasty Tuesday, individual rides will cost just $3 on Tuesday, September 1.
Purchase Restrictions: Absolutely no refunds will be given under any circumstance including but not limited to weather. Please check the posted height requirements on WadeShows.com prior to purchasing. Tickets are not valid on the Broadway Skyliner.
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Wade Shows "Labor Day Last Blast" - September 7
To celebrate the Fair's Last Blast on Labor Day, individual rides will cost just $1 on Monday, September 7.
Purchase Restrictions: Absolutely no refunds will be given under any circumstance including but not limited to weather. Please check the posted height requirements on WadeShows.com prior to purchasing. Tickets are not valid on the Broadway Skyliner.
Height Restrictions: Wristbands are not recommended for children under 36" as there are a limited amount of rides they can safely ride. Parents with children under 48" should check the height requirements before purchasing to make an informed decision whether wristbands are the best value for their children. Height requirements for the rides can be found onsite or at WadeShows.com.
Weather Policy: Due to weather conditions, not all rides may operate. The operating rides may have slippery surfaces, please use extra caution. Purchase at your own discretion, refunds or rainchecks are not offered.