July 24, 2026
FROM THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a new initiative for all current SUNY students with a valid student ID card or incoming SUNY students with an admission letter to receive free admission to the Great New York State Fair on Thursday, August 27 for Student Youth Day. The free admission opportunity for current and incoming SUNY students is part of The Great New York State Fair’s focus on providing more New Yorkers with a chance to see the exciting, informative, and fun activities available at the fair from August 26 – September 7.
“The Great New York State Fair is one of New York’s most beloved annual traditions, where New Yorkers gather to celebrate the best of our state,” Governor Hochul said. “Now, through free admission to this wonderful event, more SUNY students will be able to learn more about New York’s extensive agricultural industry, history and culture, and enjoy all that The Fair has to offer.”
Since 1841, The New York State Fair, run by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets, has been a celebration of agricultural heritage and community, filled with performances, exhibits, competitions, food and family friendly fun. Through the partnership with The Great New York State Fair, all current SUNY students and all New Yorkers with an admission letter from a SUNY school will be able to attend the State Fair for free on Thursday, August 27, which is also Student Youth Day.
SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. said, “The great State University of New York is thrilled to partner with The Great New York State Fair to provide more opportunities for current and incoming students to celebrate New York State. There is a place at SUNY for every New Yorker, and SUNY campuses from across New York participate in the State Fair and provide visitors with the opportunity to learn about how our courses and programs can set them on a path to upward mobility. We thank The Great New York State Fair for supporting SUNY students with this free admission day, and encourage all of our students and all New Yorkers, to come on out and enjoy the fair.”
