Erika Jayne to Leave No Crumbs at Great New York State Fair as DJ Pretty Mess

TV personality, singer, and performer, Erika Jayne, best known for starring in The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, will captivate Chevy Court as DJ Pretty Mess at the Great New York State Fair on Pride Day, Friday, August 28, at 9 p.m.

Jayne launched her professional singing career in 2007 with the debut single "Roller Coaster," which soared to #1 on Billboard's Hot Dance Club Play chart. She followed it up with eight more #1 dance hits, including "Stars," "Give You Everything," and "Pretty Mess." Among her standout tracks is the ultra-glamorous anthem "XXPEN$IVE," accompanied by a now-iconic music video that has garnered over 37 million views. Known for its over-the-top visuals, campy opulence, and tongue-in-cheek glamour, the video became a viral sensation.

In 2023, Jayne unveiled her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency, Bet It All on Blonde, at the iconic House of Blues at Mandalay Bay. In partnership with Live Nation, the electrifying show dazzled audiences with a high-octane blend of her chart-topping anthems and bold, never-before-heard tracks-delivering a spectacle as fierce and fabulous as Jayne herself. Jayne's return to the turntables as DJ Pretty Mess has become a global sensation, with the artist commanding packed dance floors worldwide and cementing her influence in international nightlife culture.

Fair Director Julie LaFave said, "DJ Pretty Mess came highly requested from Fair fans! We cannot wait to welcome Erika Jayne to The Fair's much-anticipated Friday night Pride Day line-up-which is sure to get the crowd on their feet and the positive vibes flowing."

The Fair starts Wednesday, August 26, and runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 7. All concerts are included in the price of admission, which will go on sale later this summer. The Great New York State Fair is the most affordable state fair in the country. Tickets are $8 for adults while admission is free for children under 12 and senior citizens aged 65 and older.

In total, The Fair's 2026 Chevrolet Music Series will feature 41 national recording acts. There will be a daily 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. concert at Chevy Court (located near Gate 1), and an 8 p.m. concert each evening at Suburban Park (located on the western end of the Fairgrounds, beyond the Midway). The Fair will also host two special shows at 9 p.m. on Friday, August 28 and September 4 at Chevy Court.

All concerts announced thus far are provided in the chart below. Fair staff will continue to update schedules on The Fair's website at pages dedicated to Chevy Court and Suburban Park.

Suburban Park:

Chevy Court:

Founded in 1841, The Great New York State Fair showcases the best of New York agriculture, provides top-quality entertainment, and is a key piece of the state's CNY Rising strategy of growing the Central New York economy through tourism. It is the oldest fair in the United States and is consistently recognized as being among the top five state fairs in the nation.

The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year. Audiences are encouraged to learn more about The Great New York State Fair online, browse photos on Flickr, and follow the fun on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram.

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