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, 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.

Save the dates for the 2024 York State Fair: July 19-28, 2024.

Evening concerts and events under the Grandstand:

  • Friday, July 19, 2024: Kane Brown
  • Saturday, July 20, 2024: Breaking Benjamin
  • Sunday, July 21, 2024: Lainey Wilson 
  • Monday, July 22, 2024: Jon Pardi
  • Tuesday, July 23, 2024: Bullride Mania
  • Friday, July 26, 2024: Ludacris
  • Saturday, July 27, 2024: HALESTORM/I PREVAIL
  • Sunday, July 28, 2024: Ted Nugent

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

Keep checking back for more updates! 

Once you've purchased concert tickets, check out options for accommodations in York County for a summer getaway.

Special Promo Days: TBA

  • July 19: Orrstown Bank Dollar Day: $1 admission per person for everyone. Ride the Strates Shows Rides for $1 per ride.
  • July 21: UPMC Heroes Appreciation Day: Free admission plus one guest for all Firefighters, Police, EMS, Veterans, Active Duty Military, and all Healthcare Personnel. Must show proper ID.
  • July 22: Senior Citizens Appreciation Day: Free admission all day for Senior Citizens with a Medicare Card.
  • July 23: $2 Tuesday: $2 admission per person, $2 Strates Shows Rides, and $2 food specials all day. 
  • July 24: Weis Markets Customer Appreciation Day: Free admission all day with a Weis Markets Card. Includes card holder and up to three guests per entry.
  • July 26: Froggy 107.7 Pre-School Pals Day: Free admission from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. for one adult with a preschooler. Kiddie Kingdom Ride Bands can be purchased for $15 until 3 p.m.

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