Erie County Fair 2025
Aug 6-17, 2025 Hamburg, NYAbout
Erie County Fair is the largest fair of it's kind in New York State, and one of the largest county fairs in the nation. The fair offers a wide range of attractions, including agricultural exhibits, livestock shows, carnival rides, food vendors, live entertainment, and various competitions. It's a longstanding tradition in the state and is considered a significant event in Erie County. More than 12,500 entries in over 8,000 classes are processed each year for a chance to win cash prizes. Established in 1820, it is held annualy at the Hamburg Fairgrounds in Hamburg, NY and draws over 1,125,000 visitors all around the region. This year, the fair will celebrate its 185th edition.
Venue & Organizer
Hamburg Fairgrounds
5600 McKinley Pkwy Hamburg, NYAdditional Info
11:00 am - 10:00 pm every day
12:00 pm - 11:00 pm every day
Parking is free on fair lots
August 12-23, 2026
Event Features
4-H/FFA: Agricultural Exhibits, Arts & Crafts, Beef Show, Cattle Show, Cow Show, Dairy Show, Dog Show, Goat Show, Horse Show, Lamb Show, Livestock Auction, Livestock Exhibits, Poultry Show, Rabbit Show, Sheep Show, Swine Show, Tractor Show, and more.Competitions & Contests: Animal Dressing Contest, Fair Queen, Livestock Judging Contest, Static Exhibit Judging, Talent Show, Various Competitions, and more.
Entertainment: Carnival Rides, Children's Activities, Circus Show, Comedy Show, Concert(s), Dance, Demolition Derby, DJ Music, Fireworks, Horse Pull, Hypnosis Show, Juggler, Live Music, Motorcycle Stunt Show, Pig Races, Stunt Dog Show, Wood Carver Show, and more.
Miscellaneous: Beer Garden/Tent, Blacksmith Show, Chainsaw Show, Commercial Vendors, Dog Show, Face Painting, Fair Food, Fashion Show, Firefighter Show, Flower Show, Handicap Parking, Home & Garden Exhibits, Horse Show, K-9 Show, Kidz Zone, Quilt Show, Stilt Walker, Worship Service, and more.
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