SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The 2025 Great New York State Fair drew 925,989 visitors over its 13-day run.
The event saw a significant rise in youth involvement. A total of 315 youth leaders participated in Agriculture Career Day, marking an 87% increase from the previous year.
At the Milk Bar, 293,285 cups of milk were served, with chocolate milk making up nearly 80% of the total.
Entertainment was a major attraction, with 41 headline acts performing. Jessie Murph drew the second-largest crowd of 49,000 attendees.
The Fairgrounds hosted over 1,650 events and performances.
The New York State Fair app was downloaded more than 38,000 times, enhancing visitor engagement.
Centro provided over 390,000 rides, reflecting an 18% increase from last year.
The Dairy Cattle Birthing Center welcomed 29 calves, adding to a total of over 425 calves born on the grounds.
The 2026 Great New York State Fair is 321 days away and opens Aug. 26.
The Fair was founded in 1841, making it the oldest fair in the United States.
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New York State Police are holding lost property found during the 2025 New York State Fair.
After days of meticulous craftsmanship, this year’s Butter Sculpture was dismantled in just 80 minutes at the Great New York State Fair.
As the New York State Fair winds down, 2025 remains Oneida Year at the Six Nations Agricultural Society Indian Village.
With just one more day of the New York State Fair left, NEWSChannel 2 visited Saturday night to experience the fair under the night sky.
The Great New York State Fair celebrated Oneida Day, a highlight of this year’s fair season, with special events at the Six Nations Agricultural Society Indian Village.
Terri DiNitto of DiNitto Farms in Marcy received the “Industry Legend Award” at the 2025 Women’s Day Breakfast during The Great New York State Fair.
The Great New York State Fair is celebrating Fire, Rescue and EMS Day, offering free admission to first responders.
The Great New York State Fair welcomed 58,372 visitors on Thursday, celebrating Agriculture Career Day and Student Youth Day.
Despite a rainy start, Opening Day at the Great New York State Fair drew a large crowd.