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York State Fair. Beginning in 1765, 11 years before the nation was founded, the York State Fair attracts people from all around Pennsylvania, Maryland and beyond. Over the centuries, “America’s First Fair” has grown from an agricultural market on the town square to a long-standing tradition featuring live concerts, kid-friendly rides ...
Jun 10, 2022 · In 2019, York’s fair, billed as the oldest in the nation, changed its name to “York State Fair,” prompting some pushback from semantical hardliners, like myself. “We get the occasional comment that ‘York is not a state,’” Marketing and Communications Director Montgomery Stambaugh told PA Local. Before the name change, Stambaugh ...
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- York Fair Concerts on The Grandstand
- Free Entertainment at The Fair
- A New Look For The Midway
- Mmm... Funnel Cake, Fries and More
- Butter Sculpture Returns
- Learn About Agriculture
- What About Covid-19 Restrictions, Masks?
- Monetary Help Due to The Pandemic
- How Much It Will Cost to Get in?
- Free, Reduced Admission Into The Fair
Nine shows are set for the Bobcat of York Grandstand. It's been a challenging year, Blair said. The lineup has changed because some acts ended up with scheduling conflicts. Sam Hunt postponed several of his performances this year, including the York State Fair. He now will open for the fair on July 22, 2022. The fair subsequently booked Jake Owen w...
A high-dive show, a blacksmith demonstration and concerts are some of the free entertainment. The high-dive show, which will be located at the beginning of the Midway, will feature divers plunging about 80 feet into a tank of water. There's also a separate aquatic acrobatic show, which will be located closer to the children's area. Professor Paddyw...
James E. Strates Shows is returning for the first time since 1979 with midway rides, games and food. About 40 to 45 rides will be set up throughout the fairgrounds, including a big swing and a double carousel, Blair said. Strates Shows usually brings its equipment by train, but this year it has to move by truck because of the pandemic. It was too l...
Twenty-five new food vendors will be at the fair, offering funnel cakes, ice cream, sandwiches and more. Many of the traditional vendors will be back, too, such as Mary's Steaks, Bricker's Famous French Fries, Rutter's, and Santillo's, to name a few. "We're excited about the new and the longtime favorites that'll be here," Blair said. Scoop O Dough...
The butter sculpture is back! This time, however, the public will be able to watch the artists create the masterpiece, Blair said. The artists will work on the sculpture during the first eight days in Memorial Hall East. It will include a picture of what the final product will look like. The finished piece will be on display the last two days. Memo...
Horticulture Hall will have a new look. Sorry, but no pumpkins, jumbo or decorated. It's just too early in the season. But other fruits and vegetables will be on display, including blueberries and peaches. Some of the produce planned for display and competition couldn't be displayed at previous fairs because it was gone by late summer. It also will...
Patrons will not see COVID-19 restrictions. If guests are vaccinated, they do not need to wear a mask, Blair said. If they haven't received the shot, they are encouraged to wear one. Hand sanitizing stations will be available. Recent improvements at the fairgrounds include touchless entry doors and restrooms. Ultraviolet germicidal irradiation has ...
The York County Agricultural Society received approval in March for a Paycheck Protection Program loan for nearly $168,000. The York Fairgrounds and Expo Center also received $2 million last yearin funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act. Without income for much of 2020 and 2021, the PPP money was used for payroll to k...
Admission and parking prices remain the same as 2019: Adults (over 18):$8 Children (5 and under):Free Children/teens (6-18) and college students with ID:$4 Fair-long pass (1 person, including parking):$75 Parking:$7 The fair will open at noon Monday through Thursday and at 11 a.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Buildings will close at 9 p.m. each day...
Looking to save some money? The following promotional days offer discounts or free admission: Friday, July 23:PeoplesBank Dollar Day: $1 admission all day, $1 per ride all day Sunday, July 25:UPMC Heroes Appreciation Day: Free admission plus one guest for firefighters, police, veterans, active duty military, EMS and all healthcare personnel with pr...
Duke of Pomerania from the House of Griffins. Georg Georg I Herzog von Pommern Pomerania Wolgast (11 Apr 1493 - 10 May 1531)
George was the eldest son of Duke Bogislaw X of Pomerania and his second wife Anna of Poland, a daughter of King Casimir IV of Poland. He was named after his uncle and godfather, Duke Georg the Bearded of Saxony, who had married the younger sister of George's mother. As a child, George spent time at the court of his uncle and godfather in ...
Aug 18, 2022 · The live performances open in Jubilee Grove on Aug. 23 with acoustic classic rock songs from Rapid Run at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Country and gospel will then come to the grove for 3 and 4:30 p.m ...
Jun 7, 2021 · This year's live music performances, all 77 of them, are free. The shows will be spread out across three stages over 24 days, and this year's lineup includes some of the state's very best. Let's ...
