Erie County Fair
- Dates
- Aug 11 to 22, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Erie County Fairgrounds
- Price
- $15 to $19
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Nov 10, 2026
Erie County Fair returns to Erie County Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY, Aug 11 to 22, 2027. Froligo tracks current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Erie County Fair fills 275 acres in Hamburg, New York, for twelve days every August, and the organizer bills it as the nation's third largest county fair. It is produced by the Erie County Agricultural Society, which was founded in 1819, held its first fair in 1820 and has staged it every year since 1841 apart from 1943 and 2020, moving to Hamburg in 1868. The James E. Strates Shows midway has played the fair since 1924, still arriving by railroad, with about 70 rides and 100 games. Livestock shows cover dairy and beef cattle, meat and dairy goats, sheep, swine, llamas, poultry and rabbits, alongside a Youth Livestock Expo, and the grandstand hosts a concert series. The 2027 theme is Something For Every Fun!
How it works
The 2027 fair runs Wednesday, August 11 to Sunday, August 22, with gates open 11 AM to 10 PM and the midway noon to 11 PM. Adults pay $15 online from July 6 to August 6 or $19 after that, $16 at the gate between 11 AM and 1 PM, and kids 12 and under get in free with an adult 21 or older. Opening day is free with a donation of five non-perishable food items, firefighters get in free on August 13, veterans and military on August 15, and seniors pay $12 on August 17. Sensory Hours run 11 AM to 2 PM on August 12. Parking is free, and the gates take cards only.
When it runs
Twelve days, Wednesday, August 11 to Sunday, August 22, 2027. Gates 11 AM to 10 PM and midway noon to 11 PM every day. 2027 theme: Something For Every Fun!
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Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Erie County Fair on Spotify.
Lineup
No full lineup announced yet. Email me the day it lands.
Getting there
How do I get to Erie County Fair?
By car
Most people drive to Erie County Fair. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
On site parking available. Free in fairgrounds lots. Lot 4 off South Park and Lot 5 off Clark Street are recommended for accessible parking.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Venue
Erie County Fairgrounds
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Erie County Fair?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 1
4344 Milestrip Road, Buffalo, NY 14219
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 1
4243 Genesee Street, Buffalo, NY 14225
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
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Entry rules
Accessibility & comfort
What the organizer or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
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Pricing
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Quick answers
When is Erie County Fair 2027?
Aug 11 to 22, 2027
Has the Erie County Fair 2027 lineup been announced?
Not yet. The 2027 lineup has not been announced.
How much are Erie County Fair tickets?
$15 to $19 per person, from the official ticket page. Prices change, so confirm before you buy.
Where is Erie County Fair held?
Erie County Fairgrounds, Hamburg, NY.