Fair Information

The All-In-One Page for

Tioga County Fair Information

Opening Hours

● Gates open daily at 8 a.m.

● Midway opens everyday at 1 p.m.

● ​Animals are in place Friday preceding the fair

Crafts are in place by Sunday

​● Vendors are typically open from 11am – 10pm, depending on the crowd

The Fair's Map

Get to know your way around the fair

Find Us

50 West Main Street, Owego, NY, USA

Parking

Enjoy FREE parking off Elm St, conveniently located just behind the fairgrounds. This lot provides easy access to the grandstand gate, with handicapped parking available for your convenience.

Food & Drinks

Satisfy your cravings with classic fair food! Enjoy giant pizza slices, fried dough, homemade pies, ice cream, curly fries, taffy, candy apples, and Italian sausage sandwiches!

Don't Miss a Moment of the Fun

Full Fair Schedule

Day 1

Free Day:

(No admission charge)

Parade:

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Open Dairy Show:

(Arrival Time)

Location: Barn

3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Square Dancing:

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Touch-a-Truck:

(co-sponsored with the Village of Owego)

12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Day 2

Open Dairy Show:

(Show Time)

Location: Barn

9:30 AM

Gates Open:​

11:00 AM

Rides & Midway Open:

2:00 PM

Demolition Derby:

Location: Grandstands

7:00 PM

(Registration: 5:00 PM)

Day 3

Gates Open:

11:00 AM

Open Dairy Show:

(Leave Time)

Location: Barn

2:00 PM

Rides & Midway Open:

2:00 PM

Open Beef Show:

(Arrival Time | Additional Arrival Time Tomorrow)

Location: Barn

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Dash For Cash:

Location: Grandstands

5:00 PM

(Registration: 3:00 PM)

Broken B Rodeo:

Location: Grandstands

7:00 PM

Day 4

Gates Open:

11:00 AM

Open Beef Show:

(Arrival Time)

Location: Barn

Before 12:00 PM

Rides & Midway Open

2:00 PM

Demolition Derby:

Location: Grandstands

7:00 PM

(Registration: 5:00 PM)

Day 5

Open Beef Show:

(Show Time)

Location: Barn

10:00 AM

Gates Open:

11:00 AM

Rides & Midway Open

12:00 PM

Out of Field Tractor Pulls:

Location: Grandstands

1:00 PM

(Registration: 11:00 AM)

Open Beef Show:

(Leave Time)

Location: Barn

By 3:00 PM

New York Hot Farms Pulling Series

Location: Grandstands

7:00 PM

Fair Fun for Everyone!

Daily Admission & Special Pricing

Enjoy the Tioga County Fair with affordable admission for all ages. Check out our ticket prices and plan your visit today!

General Admission - $16

Covers entry, featured events, shows, and rides for a full day of fun!

Seniors /Veterans - $12

Special discount for seniors and veterans—thank you for your service!

Kids Under 36 Inches - FREE

Children under 36 inches enjoy free admission, as they can't ride the carnival.

Agricultural Day (Tues) - FREE

Free admission for Agricultural Day—no carnival, just animal shows and exhibits!

Download Forms & Review Event Rules

Fair Entries & Rules

aRTS & cRAFTS

Explore a full lineup of arts, crafts, and creative competitions throughout fair week. From baking and photography to quilting and kids’ activities, there’s something for everyone to showcase and enjoy. Check the full schedule for all events and times.

Creative minds, countless ways to shine!

Open Goat Show

Showcase your best goats and compete for top honors in the ring. Exhibitors present their animals to be judged on quality, structure, and overall presentation.

Got the G.O.A.T. in the ring?

Open Sheep Show

Bring your finest sheep to the ring and compete for top honors. Animals are judged on quality, conformation, and presentation in this classic fair competition.

Ready to rise above the flock?

Open Dairy Show

Show off your finest dairy cattle in this classic fair competition! Open to registered and commercial classes, exhibitors compete for top honors in the ring. (Arrival: Tuesday 3–6 PM | Show: Wednesday 9:30 AM | Leave: Thursday by 2 PM)

Showcase your finest dairy cattle.

Dash For Cash​

An exciting event where riders dash on horseback, turn a barrel, and race to the finish line. Fastest time progresses to finals for a chance to WIN BIG! (Registration: 3:00 PM)

Do you have what it takes to win?

Demolition Derby

Watch drivers crash and battle for survival in this fan-favorite grandstand event filled with roaring engines and flying metal. (Registration: 5:00 PM)

One of the most exciting nights of the fair.

Open Beef Show

Showcase your best beef cattle and compete in the ring for top honors. Exhibitors present their animals to be judged on quality, structure, and presentation. (Arrival: Thursday 4–6 PM / Friday Before 12 PM | Show: Saturday 10:00 AM | Leave: Saturday by 3 PM)

Got the beef to beat the rest?

Tractor Pull

Powerful tractors compete to pull a weighted sled down the track, testing strength, skill, and machine performance. (Registration: 11:00 AM)

Feel the power as machines compete for the longest pull.

Camp On-Site During Fair Week

Reserve Your Campsite At The Tioga County Fair

Stay right on the fairgrounds and enjoy the full experience from start to finish. Campsites are available on a first-come basis with options for electric, water, or generator setups. Be sure to review all rules, rates, and registration details before securing your spot.