New York State Fair

Butter sculptures we can’t forget: 10 memorable butter masterpieces at NYS Fair (photos)

For “butter” or worse, these state fair masterpieces stand the test of time in our minds.

Smoking, vaping or consuming weed and tobacco at the 2024 NYS Fair: What are the rules?

Designated areas are once again outside the gates

NYS Fair Love Stories: Michael Bolton and buffalo burgers made for a great first date

A first date at Michael Bolton and Kenny G's Grandstand concert led to marriage and a 32-year Fair tradition.

NYS Fair: 6 things that never change … and we like it that way (Editorial Board Opinion)

For all that is new and different, the fair is always the same -- and keeps Central New Yorkers coming back generation after generation.

Eating, drinking, shopping and more at the 2024 NYS Fair: See full list of vendors

This year's fair has about 282 total vendors, of which 112 serve food and beverages.

NYS Fair Love Stories: A boastful proclamation leads to a first kiss at the duck pond

Jerry Galluzzo and Tina Taylor worked two stands apart at the 1984 New York State Fair. He kept asking for her for soda before they kissed at the duck pond.