New York State Fair

WKTV File

By: Zach Lewis

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Great New York State Fair revealed the first concert for the 2026 lineup.

Sean Paul will perform at Suburban Park at 8 p.m. on Aug. 27.

1st Show Announced for New York State Fair 2026 Concert Lineup

The Fair will run from Aug. 26 through Sept. 7, with 41 national recording acts scheduled for the Chevy Court and Suburban Park stages.

All concerts are included with admission.

The Fair’s Chevrolet Music Series will feature daily concerts at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. at Chevy Court and 8 p.m. shows at Suburban Park.

Tickets will go on sale later this summer.

The New York State Fair is the oldest state fair in the United States. 

Click here for more about the Fair. 


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