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NY State Fair Sets Record Day One | Buffalo News
The New York State Fair kicked off 2026 with a record-breaking day one, drawing nearly 67,000 attendees—more than double last year’s turnout. Perfect weather fueled the surge, with organizers crediting sunshine for the massive crowd. This marks the second-highest opening day since the pandemic shutdowns, and the new 10,500-square-foot Future Farmers of America Building added to the excitement. Top acts like The Commodores and Quiet Riot, plus a dazzling drone finale, kept the energy high. With last year’s total at over 925K, this strong start could set the fair up for its biggest attendance…
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