February 2024

‘Shimmy Shimmying’ and ‘Twisting’ with the Stars of the 1960s: The Great New York State Fair Welcomes Back Chubby Checker and Debuts Little Anthony

Rock and roll, rhythm and blues, doo-wap and dance hits: the Great New York State Fair is thrilled to usher in the sensational sounds of the ‘60s with the addition of some of the biggest stars of the era into its entertainment lineup this summer. Rock and roll legend Chubby… Read more »

Sophie B. Hawkins Joins Pride Day Performance at The Great New York State Fair August 23, 2024

American pop legend Sophie B. Hawkins will take the Chevy Court stage at The Great New York State Fair at 1:00 pm on Friday, August 23, 2024. A native New Yorker and dynamic creative force known for a spellbinding live show, Hawkins’ appearance at The Fair is part of her… Read more »

Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Joan Jett and The Blackhearts to Perform on Women’s Day at The Fair

Rock legend Joan Jett and The Blackhearts will rock Suburban Park at the Great New York State Fair on Wednesday, August 28 at 8 p.m. This is the Fair’s second heart-related concert announcement this week highlighting Valentine’s Day. Joan Jett and The Blackhearts formed in 1979. When mainstream radio didn’t play… Read more »

Chapel Hart To Return to The Great New York State Fair This Summer

First of Two “Heart”-Themed Concert Announcements from The Fair This Week, Expect Another Tomorrow, Valentine’s Day On the eve of Valentine’s Day, The Fair’s latest concert announcement draws from the heart: Chapel Hart will return to Chevy Court this summer. Known for their three-part A Capella harmonies, the trio – featuring… Read more »

Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone to Return to The Fair for 14th Appearance

The Great New York State Fair is pleased to welcome back a fan favorite act to its Chevrolet Music Series this summer. Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone will return to The Fair to play through their hits at Chevy Court at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 26. Known for hits including… Read more »

Fair Fans, Brian Kelley will “See You Next Summer” at Suburban Park

Diamond-selling superstar Brian Kelley will see you this summer at the Great New York State Fair, taking the Suburban Park Stage at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 31. Keeping with tradition, admission to the concert will be included with each ticket purchased to attend The Fair. Kelley’s “Trucks, Ducks, Bucks &… Read more »