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 You Hear My Heartbeat,” and “Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter,” Peter Noone and Herman’s Hermits captured the world’s attention in the early 1960s. Over the decades, the band has achieved fourteen hit singles, seven gold albums, and has sold more than 52 million recordings worldwide.
“Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone has been a cherished part of the Fair for nearly two decades,” said Fair Director Julie LaFave. “Noone’s charismatic performances continue to resonate with audiences of all ages.”
Beyond his musical success, Noone has built a diverse career in entertainment. His acting credits include guest roles on popular TV shows such as “Married with Children,” “My Two Dads,” “Laverne & Shirley,” and “Quantum Leap.” He also hosted VH1’s “My Generation,” which became the highest-rated half-hour pop/rock retrospective in television history. Today, Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone remains popular, performing over 200 shows annually around the world, and Noone’s highly rated Sirius/XM show, Something Good with Peter Noone, currently airs on Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. EST.
The Fair starts Wednesday, August 26, and runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 7. All concerts are included in the price of admission, which will go on sale later this summer. The Great New York State Fair is the most affordable state fair in the country. Tickets are $8 for adults while admission is free for children under 12 and senior citizens aged 65 and older.
In total, The Fair’s 2026 Chevrolet Music Series will feature 41 national recording acts. There will be a daily 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. concert at Chevy Court (located near Gate 1), and an 8 p.m. concert each evening at Suburban Park (located on the western end of the Fairgrounds, beyond the Midway). The Fair will also host two special shows at 9 p.m. on Friday, August 28 and September 4 at Chevy Court.
All concerts announced thus far are provided in the chart below. Fair staff will continue to update schedules on The Fair’s website at pages dedicated to Chevy Court and Suburban Park.
Suburban Park:
| Thursday, August 27 | 8:00 p.m. | Sean Paul |
| Friday, August 28 | 8:00 p.m. | Melissa Etheridge |
| Monday, August 31 | 8:00 p.m. | Ashanti |
| Thursday, September 3 | 8:00 p.m. | ZZ Top |
| Saturday, September 5 | 8:00 p.m. | Trace Adkins |
Chevy Court:
| Wednesday, August 26 | 1:00 p.m. | The Commodores |
| Wednesday, August 26 | 6:00 p.m. | Quiet Riot |
| Friday, August 28 | 9:00 p.m. | DJ Pretty Mess |
| Wednesday, September 2 | 6:00 p.m. | Priscilla Block |
| Thursday, September 3 | 1:00 p.m. | Herman’s Hermits |
| Friday, September 4 | 9:00 p.m. | Shrek Rave |
Founded in 1841, The Great New York State Fair showcases the best of New York agriculture, provides top-quality entertainment, and is a key piece of the state’s CNY Rising strategy of growing the Central New York economy through tourism. It is the oldest fair in the United States and is consistently recognized as being among the top five state fairs in the nation.
The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year. Audiences are encouraged to learn more about The Great New York State Fair online, browse photos on Flickr, and follow the fun on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.
###