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Your guide to getting to the Great New York State Fair

Getting to the Great New York State Fair has been made easier with additional transportation services issued by New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Read More »

August 27, 2017 at 9:29 pm

Grammy award winner Daya, Blue Öyster Cult to perform at New York State Fair

Two artists were added added to the New York State concert lineup: pop singer Daya and Heavy metal group Blue Öyster Cult. Read More »

July 7, 2017 at 11:20 am

Hip-hop sensation Migos to debut at the 2017 New York State Fair

Migos and Post Malone will perform at the 2017 New York State Fair on Sept. 3 and Aug. 27 as part of the annual free concert series. Read More »

July 2, 2017 at 1:52 pm

See dragons and baby pandas up close at the NYS Chinese Lantern Festival

Take part in colorful traditions with your family at the New York State Chinese Lantern Festival. Read More »

May 17, 2017 at 12:41 pm

You probably haven't heard of pickleball, but this couple plays for about 15 hours a week

Steve and Karen Pfanenstiel have popularized pickleball in the city of Syracuse, bringing it to their local YMCA and in a few months the New York State Fair. Today they celebrate their 30th Valentine’s Day. Read More »

February 13, 2017 at 11:29 pm

If Cuomo wants to uplift upstate economies, he needs to put money toward local businesses, not the state fair

The Daily Orange Editorial Board argues that New York state Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s efforts toward uplifting upstate economies are better suited toward promoting local businesses, rather than the New York State Fair. Read More »

January 23, 2017 at 11:59 pm

Here are The Daily Orange's most popular opinion pieces of 2016

As 2017 approaches, take a look back at The Daily Orange Opinion section’s most-read pieces from 2016. Read More »

December 29, 2016 at 7:13 pm

Despite drastic increase in attendance, New York State Fairgrounds remain clean

Despite a drastic increase in the amount of visitors at the 2016 New York State Fair, the cleanliness of the fairgrounds was comparable to previous years. Read More »

September 5, 2016 at 11:48 pm

This year's New York State Fair breaks attendance records

Over 1 million people attended the State Fair this year, the largest amount since 2011. Read More »

September 5, 2016 at 11:45 pm

Gallery: The New York State Fair celebrates 175 years

The New York State fair is celebrating its 175th anniversary this year. Catch up on all of the action from the past week of festivities with this photo gallery. Read More »

September 1, 2016 at 12:13 am

How to make the most of a day trip to the New York State Fair

With the New York State Fair coming to a close, spend your Labor Day weekend surrounded by fried foods and farm animals—all in one day. Here's how you make the most of your fair day trip. Read More »

August 31, 2016 at 11:50 pm

New York State Fair traditions lack environmental consciousness

Environment columnist Victoria Chen reflects on New York State Fair livestock traditions and discusses the need for a shift toward more environmentally sustainable agricultural practices. Read More »

August 31, 2016 at 12:08 am

MEET AT BASILIO'S

Basilio's Italian Sausage has been serving up food to hungry customers at the New York State Fair for the last 60 years. Every year, regular customers return to feast on the secret taste test recipe that has been handed down for three generations. Read More »

August 30, 2016 at 11:16 pm

25-cent chocolate milk continues to delight generations of New York State fairgoers

Through all the rides and fried foods that grace the New York State Fair year after year, there is one staple that remains delicious and cheap at only 25 cents: chocolate milk. Read More »

August 30, 2016 at 9:18 pm

State Fair celebrates 175 years with $50 million in improvements

Catch up with The Great New York State Fair's rich 175-year history and learn about the new improvements implemented by Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Read More »

August 29, 2016 at 9:19 pm

3 easy ways to get yourself to The Great New York State Fair

Looking forward to the NY State Fair, but don't know how to get to the Fairgrounds? Take the bus, call a cab, or hitch a ride. Read More »

August 28, 2016 at 9:28 pm

44 fun events to check out on campus and in the city this fall

From cheap manicures, to hiking excursions, to the New York State Fair, there's plenty of fun things to do in Syracuse this fall before the cold weather comes in. Read More »

August 24, 2016 at 11:38 am

Gozinsky: New York State Fair should resist privatization to preserve tradition, local ties

Business columnist Sam Gozinsky discusses why allowing a private company to operate the New York State Fair would be a dangerous idea when it comes to maintaining the event’s cultural and economic relationship with New York residents. Read More »

July 11, 2016 at 10:54 am

Syracuse community members mourn loss of Orlando shooting victims with candlelight vigil

Hundreds of Syracuse community members gathered in front of Syracuse's City Hall on Monday evening to mourn the victims of the Orlando shooting. Read More »

June 13, 2016 at 11:02 pm

Orange After Dark to bring students to Fright Nights at the Fair

Attractions at this year’s Fright Night include a clown prison, a chainsaw massacre, flying monkeys and a haunted mansion. Read More »

October 28, 2015 at 9:57 pm

New York State Fairgrounds to make $9 million renovation to equestrian facilities

The New York State Fairgrounds will begin a $9 million renovation of its equestrian facilities. Read More »

October 5, 2015 at 9:51 pm

Gun show rolls into Syracuse fairgrounds this weekend

The second gun show of the year will open at 9 a.m. on Saturday. Read More »

September 16, 2015 at 11:13 pm

Week in Pulp: Juice Jam, Lakeview Amphitheater

The week in Pulp in one convenient place. Read More »

September 6, 2015 at 7:01 pm

Weekend plans: NY state fair, Urban Cinematheque, football game

Wondering what to do this Labor Day weekend? Check out Pulp's plans for five fun suggestions. Read More »

September 3, 2015 at 10:57 am