New York State Fair Guide

Annually, at least one million people come from all over to experience this festival of scrumptious food, exciting entertainment and revealing exhibits. The fair which is located in Syracuse, New York displays thousands of animals, hundreds of commercial attractions, tons of exciting midway rides and various big name national entertainers. The fair opens on August 26, 2010 and lasts until September 6, 2010. All of this delight is just a short trip away from wherever you live in New York State. The Empire Expo Center, home of the New York State Fair is immediately adjacent to Route 690 just West of Syracuse. It is easily accessible from the New York State Thruway (Rt. 90) from the West and East, and from Route 81, North and South. Just follow the signs to the Fairgrounds.

Driving Directions:
• From the West - Buffalo / Rochester Area, take the New York State Thruway (Rt. 90 East) to Exit 39, then follow Rt. 690 East.

• From the East - Albany / Utica Area, take the New York State Thruway (Rt. 90 West) to Exit 34A, follow Rt. 481 South, and then follow Rt. 690 West.

• From the North - Watertown Area, take Interstate 81 South into Syracuse to Exit 22. Follow Bear Street (Rt. 298) to Rt. 690 West.

• From the South - Binghamton or Cortland Area, take Interstate 81 North into Syracuse, then follow Rt. 690 West.

Ticket Sales:
• Daily admission tickets for 2010 are $10.00 each.

• Children 12 and under are admitted free every day of the Fair.

• Seniors 60 and over are admitted free on Monday, August 30, 2010 and Tuesday, August 31, 2010.

• Students 16 and under are admitted free on Friday, September 3, 2010.

Advanced ticket sales:
• One-Day Advance Sale Tickets are available for $6.00,

• Six-Day Fairgoer Passes are available for $30.00,

• Discount Midway Ride Books are available for $14.00, 24 Coupons per book - each ride requires 2 or more coupons

• Daily Parking Passes are available for $5.00 per vehicle

• Group ticket sales Regular Fair Time price - $10.00. Purchase at a group rate and save $4.00 or more depending on the number of tickets purchased.

Reference
http://www.nysfair.org/home