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. The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year.

As the oldest state fair in the nation, The Great New York State Fair is deeply rooted in agriculture, and we are proud to say it is still one of the biggest draws for fairgoers. From the Butter Sculpture to the Maple Booth, from the 4-H for Horses Exhibit to the brand-new Mobile Dairy Experience, agriculture continues to be front and center at the New York State Fair, giving its more than 868,000 visitors an opportunity to connect directly with farmers and learn more about the animals that are essential to the industry.