Fair Stories: Press Releases

The Fair by the Numbers: Reflecting on The 2023 Great New York State Fair through Metrics, Milestones, and Memories

September 13, 2023

The Fair by the Numbers: Reflecting on The 2023 Great New York State Fair through Metrics, Milestones, and Memories

Just one week after vendors, exhibitors, animal owners, and The Midway oper ...

Governor Hochul Recognizes Winners of The 2023 Dairy Products Competition

August 30, 2023

Governor Hochul Recognizes Winners of The 2023 Dairy Products Competition

Annual Tradition Highlights World-Class Dairy Products in New York State St ...

Dairy Day Celebration at The Great New York State Fair Highlights New York’s Dairy Industry

August 29, 2023

Dairy Day Celebration at The Great New York State Fair Highlights New York’s Dairy Industry

New York’s Dairy Products and Industry on Display Through Several Special ...

CONCERT UPDATE: The Seven Wonders, Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, to Perform at The Great New York State Fair on Wednesday

August 28, 2023

CONCERT UPDATE: The Seven Wonders, Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, to Perform at The Great New York State Fair on Wednesday

Danielle Ponder’s Performance Canceled Due to Unforeseen Circumstances & ...

New York’s Beef Farmers Celebrated at The Great New York State Fair’s Annual Beef Day, on August 29

August 28, 2023

New York’s Beef Farmers Celebrated at The Great New York State Fair’s Annual Beef Day, on August 29

The Great New York State Fair will celebrate New York State’s beef indust ...

Maple Monday: Enjoy All Things Maple During Maple Day at The Great New York State Fair

August 27, 2023

Maple Monday: Enjoy All Things Maple During Maple Day at The Great New York State Fair

Maple Experience Interactive Educational Exhibit and Sampling will be Locat ...

New York Voice of The Farmer Garden Opens at The Great New York State Fair

August 24, 2023

New York Voice of The Farmer Garden Opens at The Great New York State Fair

First Garden of its Kind in the Country Will Help Visitors Learn about Agri ...

Agriculture Career Day at The Great New York State Fair Spotlights Opportunities In Agriculture

August 23, 2023

Agriculture Career Day at The Great New York State Fair Spotlights Opportunities In Agriculture

Career Challenge Scavenger Hunt Highlights Diversity and Value of Agricultu ...

Beyond The Food: 20 Free, Family-Friendly Ways To Enjoy The 2023 Great New York State Fair

August 23, 2023

Beyond The Food: 20 Free, Family-Friendly Ways To Enjoy The 2023 Great New York State Fair

Beyond The Food: 20 Free, Family-Friendly Ways To Enjoy The 2023 Great New ...

The Great New York State Fair to Showcase Taste NY Program During 10-Year Anniversary with Special New York State Tasting Yard Featuring Local Breweries
Governor Hochul Appoints Sean Hennessey as Director of The Great New York State Fair

August 21, 2023

Governor Hochul Appoints Sean Hennessey as Director of The Great New York State Fair

After Leading A Successful 2022 Fair As Interim Director, Sean Hennessey Wi ...

One Day Only: An Opportunity to Meet Micron and Learn About Memory at The Great New York State Fair

August 17, 2023

One Day Only: An Opportunity to Meet Micron and Learn About Memory at The Great New York State Fair

Micron to Introduce Interactive Pavilion at The Exposition Center on August ...

One Week Away: 35 Things To Know About The Great New York State Fair

August 16, 2023

One Week Away: 35 Things To Know About The Great New York State Fair

It’s all there at the Fair! With the start of the New York State Fair now ...

Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut Joining a Riveting Roster of Free Shows and Strolling Entertainment

August 14, 2023

Lady Houdini to Make Her Great New York State Fair Debut Joining a Riveting Roster of Free Shows and Strolling Entertainment

Fan Favorites Hilby, Bandaloni, Circus Hollywood and Sea Lion Splash Show R ...

Third Time Is The Charm: Bell Biv Devoe to Return to The Great New York State Fair

August 7, 2023

Third Time Is The Charm: Bell Biv Devoe to Return to The Great New York State Fair

The multi-platinum group that’s best known for the smash hits “Poison†...

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