Attention!
Thursday is Armed Forces Day at the Fair with active and retired military women and men enjoying free admission and a featured role in special events.
Mango Mussolini says they’re losers, but the American people, including those here in New York, know better.
One For the Books
Thursday may seem like any other terrific day at the New York State Fair, but it holds historical significance as the first time that the Fair has opened for a 14th consecutive day.
That’s because this year it expands to an 18-day event. That was the plan for 2020, but–well, you know.
So this year we make the leap to the longest Fair in our state’s history, with Thursday being the first time we’ve exceeded 13 days. Of course, the last four days will also hold the distinction of being the first 15th day, 16th day, 17th day and 18th day, respectively.
Go out for more memorable State Fair days Thursday through Monday and while you’re having a great time, you–along with tens of thousands of other patrons–will also be making history.
Empire State of Mind
While great-tasting food beckons from every corner of the New York State Fair, one locale best demonstrates the characteristic tastes of the Empire State—the Horticulture Building. 
As you enter beneath glorious facade, you’ll find diverse displays of New York products including maple products, honey, apples, beer and a small grocery store of packaged sauces, snacks, drinks and meals, all produced within New York.
Nearby vendors offer samples and stage demonstrations.
The eastern end of the building is where you can buy the famous one-buck-spud, perfectly baked white or sweet potatoes. It’s a Fair fav that always attracts long, slow-moving lines.
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