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Centro Improves NYS Fair Park-N-Ride Network for Shorter, More Frequent Rides

Courtesy of Dave Ballard, Public Relations NYS Fair: Centro’s State Fair Park-N-Ride network will debut two new locations (Destiny USA and Long Branch Park) in an effort to increase bus frequency, shorten wait times, and move more people during the … Continue reading

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My Behind-the-Scenes Tour of the 2016 NYS Fairgrounds Renovations

Last week I was thrilled to be given a behind-the-scenes tour of the NYS Fairgrounds to see how the multi-million dollar renovations are progressing.  My tour guide was none other than acting Fair Director, Troy Waffner, and I can’t thank … Continue reading

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‘Beach Boy’ Brian Wilson to celebrate 50 years of the album ‘Pet Sounds’ at Chevy Court

As the Beach Boys were my first concert a few, ok many years ago, this is definitely one concert I will be looking forward to! Songs from the album include Sloop John B, Wouldn’t It Be Nice, God Only Knows … Continue reading

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Memorial Day Watchfire at the NYS Fairgrounds

Thinking of how to celebrate Memorial Day a bit differently this year?  The Memorial Day Watchfire at the NYS Fairgrounds may be just the thing to do along with the traditional BBQ/Camping/Picnicking.  Here are the details from the Fair’s web … Continue reading

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Extreme NYS Fair Foods featured on Food Network’s ‘Carnival Eats’

Courtesy Syracuse.com – writer, Dan Cazentre Jim Hasbrouck’s NYS fair Fried Specialties stand was among those featured in an episode of ‘Carnival Eats’ that aired on the Food Network on May 5, 2016.  The Food Network show “Carnival Eats” showcased some of the … Continue reading

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$5.00 NYS Fair tickets available on 05/05/16 one day “Cinco de Mayo” Special!

Check this out! LAST CHANCE TO SCORE A DEAL ON 2016 GREAT NEW YORK STATE FAIR TICKETS AS FAIR HOLDS ONE-DAY “CINCO DE MAYO” SALE   It’s the last chance for fans of the Great New York State Fair to take … Continue reading

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How is the NYS Fair Makeover Coming Along?

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The Grandstand is gone… Many heard the implosion from miles away.

Click post title for raw footage of the Grandstand implosion, courtesy of Newschannel 9

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Goodbye, NYS Fair Grandstand… *sniff*

Very sad situation… 🙁 http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2016/01/demolition_of_nys_fair_grandstand_scheduled_for_this_saturday_2.html

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Cyber Monday 2016 Fair Tickets – Did you get yours??

If you weren’t able to snag some 2016 New York State Fair tickets for $3 each during the Cyber Monday online sale, there will be more opportunities to purchase pre-sale tickets at discounted prices: http://nysfair.org/the-great-new-york-state-fair-doubles-tickets-available-for-cyber-monday-sale/

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