Hey Now, It’s a Shrek Rave, at The Great New York State…Fair!

"Fire up the ovens, Muffin Man! We got a big order to fill," as the sensational ogre-themed Shrek Rave makes its way from the swamp to Chevy Court at The Great New York State Fair on Friday, September 4, at 9 p.m.

"Shrekno" provides an immersive 360° projection experience complete with animations of iconic Shrek characters and a light show perfectly paired with the flow of music. This campy, countercultural phenomenon offers lovers of the Shrek franchise the chance to don their favorite character's costume and vibe along to hit songs from the movies' soundtracks. Whether you're Donkey dancing to "I'm a Believer" or Lord Farquaad finding the rhythm to "All Star," you won't want to miss this completely unique musical cosplay event.

"Nostalgia is a big element of The Great New York State Fair experience," said Fair Director Julie LaFave. "For many fairgoers, the music and memories of Shrek are fun, upbeat and full of nostalgia. We can't wait to bring this one-of-a-kind night to the fairgrounds!"

Fairgoers are encouraged to dress the part while abiding by The Fair's dress code, which does not allow for masks or face coverings. Details can be found here: Rules of Conduct - The Great New York State Fair.

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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