(From the NYS Fair website)

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.

From the NYS Fair web site:

One of the most popular rock bands of all time, Foreigner, will perform on the Chevy Park stage at the Chevrolet Music Festival at the 2021 Great New York State Fair Monday, August 23 at 8 p.m. Founding member Mick Jones leads the band that scored nine Top 10 hits on the Billboard charts, including “I Want To Know What Love Is,” “Feels Like The First Time” and “Cold As Ice.” It will be the fourth appearance for Foreigner at the Fair, following shows in 1994, 2006 and 2011. All concerts are free with $3 Fair admission.

“Any list of the top rock bands includes Foreigner. They’ve created unforgettable songs that are staples of classic rock radio and Spotify and YouTube playlists worldwide. We’re so glad to have them back and I’m looking forward to a great show,” said Troy Waffner, Fair Director.

Foreigner joins a lineup of more than 50 national touring shows presented in the Chevrolet Music Festival, the largest free music festival at any state fair in America. Shows announced to date include:

• Nas, Friday, August 20 at 8 p.m.
• 98 Degrees, Saturday, August 21 at 2 p.m.
• RATT, Saturday, August 21 with time to be announced
• Brothers Osborne, Sunday, August 22, 8 p.m.
• REO Speedwagon, Wednesday, August 25 at 8 p.m.
• Three Dog Night, Thursday, August 26 with time to be announced
• Sister Sledge, Friday, August 27 at 2 p.m.
• Melissa Etheridge, Friday, August 27 at 8 p.m.
• Vixen and Great White, Saturday, August 28 with time to be announced.
• Dropkick Murphys, Sunday, August 29 at 8 p.m.
• The Oak Ridge Boys, Tuesday, August 31 at 2 p.m.
• Halestorm, Tuesday, August 31 at 8 p.m.
• Sheena Easton, Wednesday, September 1 at 2 p.m.
• Blue Oyster Cult, Wednesday, September 1 with time to be announced
• Starship featuring Mickey Thomas, Thursday, September 2 with time to be announced

Based on current state guidance, concerts are likely to take place on the Chevy Park stage in the New York Experience festival grounds. Attendance will be limited. Concertgoers will need a ticket to enter the concert area in addition to the $3 admission ticket to the Fair. Concert area tickets will be free of charge and available until the attendance limit is reached. Food and beverages will be available inside the concert area. Families and groups will be assigned to a designated area from which they can enjoy the concert. Masks will be required any time a person is outside their designated area.

Chevrolet sponsors concerts at the Great New York State Fair.

The Reimagined 2021 Great New York State Fair brings back the elements fairgoers love best – food, music, rides and games, and agriculture – in an outdoor format designed to be as safe as possible. Based on current state guidance, the Fair’s buildings will not be open except for some bathrooms. To comply with limits on attendance, $3 admission tickets will only be sold online and only to the safe capacity limits of the grounds. Tickets will be good only for the date of the Fair for which it is purchased.

Safety guidance can change and prospective fairgoers are advised to follow the Fair’s social media sites, sign up for the Fair’s email newsletter, or closely follow the Fair’s website to get the latest developments.

New York State Fair 2021 – August 20 – September 6, 2021  |  Syracuse, NY

NYS Fair Press Release:

Rock Icon Melissa Etheridge to Perform at The 2021 Great New York State Fair Rock superstar Melissa Etheridge returns to the Great New York State Fair Friday, August 27 at 8 p.m. The “I’m The Only One” and “Come To My Window” singer will perform on Pride Day as part of the Chevrolet Music Festival. All concerts are free with Fair admission.   “We’re thrilled to have her back. She’s an icon of rock music and always puts on a great performance. This is one of the important shows on our calendar as we begin to roll out our biggest and most diverse lineup ever,” said Troy Waffner, Fair Director.   Melissa Etheridge joins a lineup of more than 50 national touring shows presented as part of the Chevrolet Music Festival. Shows announced to date include:   Previously announced shows include: REO Speedwagon, Wednesday, August 25 at 8 p.m. Vixen and Great White, Saturday, August 28 with time to be announced. Dropkick Murphys, Sunday, August 29 at 8 p.m. The Oak Ridge Boys, Tuesday, August 31 at 2 p.m. Sheena Easton, Wednesday, September 1 at 2 p.m.   Based on current state guidance, concerts are likely to take place on the Chevy Park stage in the New York Experience festival grounds. Attendance will be limited. Concertgoers will need a ticket to enter the concert area in addition to the $3 admission ticket to the Fair. Concert area tickets will be free of charge and available until the attendance limit is reached. Food and beverages will be available inside the concert area. Families and groups will be assigned to a designated area from which they can enjoy the concert. Masks will be required any time a person is outside their designated area. Safety guidance can change and prospective fairgoers are advised to follow the Fair’s social media sites, sign up for the Fair’s email newsletter, or closely follow the Fair’s website to get the latest developments.   Chevrolet sponsors concerts at Chevy Court and the Experience Stage.   The Reimagined 2021 Great New York State Fair brings back the elements fairgoers love best – food, music, rides and games, and agriculture – in an outdoor format designed to be as safe as possible. Based on current state guidance, the Fair’s buildings will not be open except for some bathrooms. To comply with limits on attendance, $3 admission tickets will only be sold online and only to the safe capacity limits of the grounds. Tickets will be good only for the date of the Fair for which it is purchased.   The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year. Find the Great New York State Fair on its website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and enjoy photos from the Fair on Flickr. Also, New Yorkers are invited to send their ideas for the Great New York State Fair to statefairideas@agriculture.ny.gov.   ###       IMPORTANT NEWS:   A YEAR OF MANY CHANGES…   The 2021 State Fair will be unlike any in our long history. We’re calling it “Reimagined” because we’ve had to adapt to where we are in the fight against COVID-19. You’ll have to wear a mask and you will need to choose the days that you’re planning to come, among other changes, so that we can all have a great time AND a safe time. Safety rules from the state can change and if they do, we will let you know.

Rock Icon Melissa Etheridge to Perform at The 2021 Great New York State Fair Rock superstar Melissa Etheridge returns to the Great New York State Fair Friday, August 27 at 8 p.m. The “I’m The Only One” and “Come To My Window” singer will perform on Pride Day as part of the Chevrolet Music Festival. All concerts are free with Fair admission.   “We’re thrilled to have her back. She’s an icon of rock music and always puts on a great performance. This is one of the important shows on our calendar as we begin to roll out our biggest and most diverse lineup ever,” said Troy Waffner, Fair Director.   Melissa Etheridge joins a lineup of more than 50 national touring shows presented as part of the Chevrolet Music Festival. Shows announced to date include:   Previously announced shows include: REO Speedwagon, Wednesday, August 25 at 8 p.m. Vixen and Great White, Saturday, August 28 with time to be announced. Dropkick Murphys, Sunday, August 29 at 8 p.m. The Oak Ridge Boys, Tuesday, August 31 at 2 p.m. Sheena Easton, Wednesday, September 1 at 2 p.m.   Based on current state guidance, concerts are likely to take place on the Chevy Park stage in the New York Experience festival grounds. Attendance will be limited. Concertgoers will need a ticket to enter the concert area in addition to the $3 admission ticket to the Fair. Concert area tickets will be free of charge and available until the attendance limit is reached. Food and beverages will be available inside the concert area. Families and groups will be assigned to a designated area from which they can enjoy the concert. Masks will be required any time a person is outside their designated area. Safety guidance can change and prospective fairgoers are advised to follow the Fair’s social media sites, sign up for the Fair’s email newsletter, or closely follow the Fair’s website to get the latest developments.   Chevrolet sponsors concerts at Chevy Court and the Experience Stage.   The Reimagined 2021 Great New York State Fair brings back the elements fairgoers love best – food, music, rides and games, and agriculture – in an outdoor format designed to be as safe as possible. Based on current state guidance, the Fair’s buildings will not be open except for some bathrooms. To comply with limits on attendance, $3 admission tickets will only be sold online and only to the safe capacity limits of the grounds. Tickets will be good only for the date of the Fair for which it is purchased.   The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year. Find the Great New York State Fair on its website, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and enjoy photos from the Fair on Flickr. Also, New Yorkers are invited to send their ideas for the Great New York State Fair to statefairideas@agriculture.ny.gov.   ###       IMPORTANT NEWS:   A YEAR OF MANY CHANGES…   The 2021 State Fair will be unlike any in our long history. We’re calling it “Reimagined” because we’ve had to adapt to where we are in the fight against COVID-19. You’ll have to wear a mask and you will need to choose the days that you’re planning to come, among other changes, so that we can all have a great time AND a safe time. Safety rules from the state can change and if they do, we will let you know.