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Lakeland • Film Screening and Q&A
Come to the screening of the short film "Lakeland" directed by Meghan Marin. Beneath the sprawling skies of America’s oldest state fair, a fierce yet heartfelt competition unfolds as farmers proudly showcase their prized animals, each hoping to claim victory and honor their heritage. Meanwhile, the youthful energy of teenagers meanders… Read more »
Kiddie Tractor Pull
Come join the excitement as kids take center stage with the 2026 Kiddie Tractor Pull, presented by the NYSF Antique Tractor Exhibit.
Watch as the kids show the adults how it’s done with their own pint-sized version of a tractor pull. Cheer on your favorite young one as they pull their… Read more »
Cruel Summer
Swiftie Day at Harvey’s Garden at the Empire Room & Patio includes a live acoustic performance from Cruel Summer (4:00 – 6:00 PM), a premier Taylor Swift tribute. Read more »
Sensory Day Silent Disco In The Empire Room • 1-5pm
Enjoy a quieter way to dance during Sensory Day at the NYS Fair. Participants use wireless headphones to listen to music at a volume that feels comfortable to them, creating a fun and flexible experience with less surrounding noise.
Guests can put on a pair of headphones, choose their own volume,… Read more »
Music Bingo In The Empire Room
Music Bingo combines the classic game of bingo with popular music. Instead of listening for numbers, participants listen to short clips of songs and mark the matching titles on their bingo cards.
The game features a variety of familiar songs and genres, making it easy for all ages and music tastes… Read more »
Syracuse Trivia Company In The Empire Room
Syracuse Trivia Company brings its popular trivia game to the Empire Room with special two shortened one-hour back-to-back sessions designed for the NYS Fair. Prizes including free fair passes, VIP concert upgrades and more
Each game features a mix of general knowledge, pop culture, music, and more, giving fairgoers a chance… Read more »
DJ Nights In The Empire Room • 6-9pm
DJ Nights in the Empire Room bring a rotating lineup of local DJs to the NYS Fair, with each night featuring different themes, music styles, and giveaways.
DJs will be taking requests throughout the night and playing a wide variety of crowd favorites across genres and decades. Fairgoers can stop in… Read more »
Kiddie Tractor Pull
Come join the excitement as kids take center stage at the Toyota Coliseum with the 2026 Kiddie Tractor Pull, presented by the NYSF Antique Tractor Exhibit.
Watch as the kids show the adults how it’s done with their own pint-sized version of a tractor pull. Cheer on your favorite young one… Read more »
Junior & Bovine Costume Class Contest
Come check out our youth dairy cattle exhibitors creativity as they dress up their cows. Read more »
Walk a Llama at The Fair
Feeling adventurous and want to walk a llama? Come and try it out at the Llama Barn and get a ribbon for the experience! Read more »
NYS Parks – Kjirsten Gustavson – UnderWhere? Women’s Undergarments in 1776 • 10am-6pm
Kjirsten Gustavson presents, UnderWhere? Women’s Undergarments in 1776. Read more »
Binghamton High School Steel Drum Band
Binghamton High School students playing authentic Caribbean Steel Drums. Playing Calypso, Reggae, Soca as well as pop and original songs written by students and their teacher. High energy, fun and exciting!
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