The final day of the 2022 New York State Fair is Monday with the observance of Labor Day. The traditional parade kicks off near the cow birthing center at the western end of the grounds at 10:30. Following the procession down Broadway, unions will rally down near Chevy Court.
After the parade has passed, you can go just off Broadway to enjoy displays of vintage items from hardware and tools to fabric, cookware and furniture in the Agricultural Museum. While there, you can take in talks and demonstrations by exhibitors who have solid expertise on the artifacts on display and are there to answer questions and chat with visitors.
Right next door is the the Carriage Museum, home to fascinating antique vehicles including wagons, buggies, carriages and sleighs. 
This year we missed Cowboy Doug and his western chuck wagon exhibit, but we’re told he may return next year. The clanging of hammer on anvil shaping red-hot iron highlights a live blacksmithing demonstrations in the back of the building.
If you haven’t gone into the Grange Building–next to the poultry barn–this year, don’t miss visiting the State Fair History exhibit. It should be an annual stop on the route for every Fair visitor, though it’s generally updated only a little from year to year. 
After 175 years of the New York State Fair, there’s plenty of history and much of it is on display. Still, it’s one of those displays where you may notice something different every year.
With special emphasis on the origins of the Fair, the Strates Shows’ long run here and the contributions of the Iroquois, every true Fair lover gets a warm feeling walking through this treasure trove of memories and tradition.
The photo gallery of performers who have drawn crowds to the various stages is a sure-fire favorite for music fans who may fondly recall shows featuring Sonny and Cher, the Beach Boys, the Supremes, Vince Gill, the Four Tops, Bowser and the Charlie Daniels Band among other memorable acts. 
It’s dollar day with all rides except the Broadway SkyLiner priced at a buck.
The Fair wraps on Monday with buildings and the midway closing at 9 p.m.
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