“Can you hold on?” Because “things will go your way” when Wilson Phillips joins The Great New York State Fair’s Women’s Day lineup on Wednesday, September 2, at 1 p.m. at the Chevy Court stage. If ever the term “music business royalty” applied, it was tailor-made for Wilson Phillips. Carnie and Wendy Wilson are the daughters of music legend Brian Wilson, and Chynna Phillips is the daughter of Michelle and John… Read More »

Fans said, “I Wanna Know,” and the answer is it’s true! Country-pop singer and songwriter Maddox Batson will take the Chevy Court stage at The Great New York State Fair on Saturday, August 29, at 6 p.m. Known for relatable songwriting and catchy melodies that have fueled his viral rise on streaming platforms and social media, the Warner Records/Prosper Entertainment artist has quickly built a devoted fanbase internationally. Blending modern country with… Read More »

Post-grunge rock artist Better Than Ezra will show fairgoers what’s “Good” as they take the Chevy Court stage at The Great New York State Fair on Friday, September 4, at 1 p.m. Formed in New Orleans in 1988, the quartet Better Than Ezra rose to prominence with their blend of alternative rock and catchy melodies. Their breakthrough hit “Good” from their 1995 album Deluxe became a chart-topping success and remains an… Read More »

Open to Individuals and Community Groups Planning Single-Day Events   The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets today announced that single-day rental spaces are now available at the New York State Fairgrounds, expanding the site’s offerings as a premier year-round destination for events and community gatherings in the heart of New York State. These flexible, affordable one-day rental options allow guests to host special events in a variety of unique—and… Read More »

“How Do You Sleep” on exciting news like this? You don’t! Platinum-selling artist Jesse McCartney is bringing his hit songs to The Great New York State Fair this summer. Fairgoers won’t want to miss his performance at Chevy Court at 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 3. McCartney, a talented singer-songwriter and actor, rose to fame in the early 2000s with his catchy pop melodies and heartfelt lyrics. He gained widespread recognition… Read More »

It’s no longer a “Dirty Little Secret.” Hit-making pop-rock band The All-American Rejects will take to the Suburban Park stage at 8 p.m. on Opening Day, Wednesday, August 26, for their first-ever performance at the Great New York State Fair. The All-American Rejects have sold over 12 million albums worldwide with billions of streams on Spotify. They were ranked among Billboard’s "Hot 100 Artists of the 2000s" with hit songs such… Read More »

Ag Community Encouraged to Nominate Trailblazing Women Across Diverse Award Categories Honorees to Be Recognized at The Great New York State Fair Women’s Day Breakfast 2026 Marks the U.N.’s International Year of the Woman Farmer   New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Commissioner Richard A. Ball announced that nominations are open for the 2026 Women in Agriculture Awards. Presented on Women’s Day at The Great New York State Fair, the Women in… Read More »

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… Read More »

It’s time for New York’s amateur winemakers to showcase their finest masterpieces at the 2026 Great New York State Fair Amateur Wine Competition. Whether you’re a seasoned amateur vintner or just beginning to explore the art of winemaking, this is your chance to celebrate craftsmanship, creativity, and the community that loves wine just as much as you do! From Rieslings to Rosés, Cabernets to Pinots, embrace the opportunity to showcase… Read More »

You’ll “want to come over” to Suburban Park as acclaimed singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge makes her momentous return to the Great New York State Fair’s Pride Day lineup on Friday, August 28, at 8 p.m. With her powerhouse vocals and soulful lyrics, Etheridge staked her claim as one of the preeminent women of rock. Captivating audiences for five decades with hits such as “Come to My Window,” “I’m the Only One,” “I… Read More »

You’d be “Foolish” to miss GRAMMY-winning artist Ashanti as she serenades the crowds at the Suburban Park stage at the Great New York State Fair on Monday, August 31, at 8 p.m. The multi-Platinum selling singer, songwriter, and actress rose to global fame in the early 2000s with her unmistakable voice and a string of chart-topping hits. Her self-titled debut album, Ashanti, debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and earned her… Read More »

“Fire up the ovens, Muffin Man! We got a big order to fill,” as the sensational ogre-themed Shrek Rave makes its way from the swamp to Chevy Court at The Great New York State Fair on Friday, September 4, at 9 p.m. “Shrekno” provides an immersive 360° projection experience complete with animations of iconic Shrek characters and a light show perfectly paired with the flow of music. This campy, countercultural phenomenon… Read More »

One of country music’s boldest and most unapologetic breakout voices — Priscilla Block — will take the stage at the Great New York State Fair on Women’s Day, Wednesday, September 2, at 6 p.m. at Chevy Court. Block has achieved widespread success with her Platinum-certified track “Just About Over You,” which topped the iTunes All-Genre and Country charts, and she scored her first number one hit with her duet with Justin… Read More »

The iconic heavy metal band that made history as the first to top the Billboard Top 200 chart is making a raucous return to the Great New York State Fair this summer! Concertgoers are invited to the Chevy Court Stage at 6 p.m. on Opening Day, Wednesday, August 26, to experience legendary rockers Quiet Riot perform their signature hits and fan-favorite classic rock anthems. Originally formed in Los Angeles in the… Read More »