York State Fair

July 24 - Aug 2, 2026

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, livestock exhibits and more delicious fair food than you could imagine. “America’s Oldest Fair” continues to delight, educate, and amaze visitors of all ages.

Evening concerts and events under the Grandstand:

Friday, July 24: Tequila Sunrise Featuring Paul Sedoti
Saturday, July 25: Summer of Boots Festival presented by Froggy 107.7
Tuesday, July 28: Brantley Gilbert
Friday, July 31: Adventures in Parrotdise: A Jimmy Buffet Tribute
Saturday, August 1: Bullride Mania
Sunday, August 2: Good Vibes & One Last Ride Fest

To purchase concert tickets, please visit the York State Fair website.

Special Promo Days:

Friday, July 24- Orrstown Bank $1 Day: Enjoy $1 admission and $1 Strates Shows rides all day
Sunday, July 26- UPMC Heroes Day: Free admission plus one guest for all Firefighters, Police, EMS, Veterans, Active Duty Military, and all Healthcare Personnel with proper ID
Monday, July 27- Rutter's Scouts Day: Free admission plus one guest for anyone in a Scout uniform
Tuesday, July 28- GIANT Community Day: Free admission with a donation of two non-perishable food items, which will be donated to the York County Food Bank
Wednesday, July 29- Weis Wednesday: Free admission all day with a Weis Markets card. Includes card holder and up to three guests
Thursday, July 30- $2 Thursday: $2 admission per person, $2 Strates Shows rides, and $2 food specials all day
Friday, July 30- Preschool pals Day: Free admission from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for one adult with a preschooler. Kiddie Kingdom ride bands are $15, purchase at 3 p.m., ride until 4 p.m.
Sunday, August 2- $25 per vehicle, with admission for all passengers and parking included. $5 walk-in admission