● Gates open daily at 8 a.m.
● Admission ($16) begins at 11 a.m.
● Midway & Carnival open at 2 p.m. daily (Saturday at 12 p.m.)
● Vendors are typically open from 11am – 10pm, depending on the crowd
Get to know your way around the fair
50 West Main Street, Owego, NY, USA
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.
Explore the Main Event Schedule below for featured fair activities and daily highlights. For additional event details, scroll down to view and download the PDF schedules for Arts & Crafts and 4-H & FFA events.
(No Admission Charge)
9:00 AM
(Show Time)
Following the Open Goat Show
(Show Time)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
3:00 PM
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
(Arrival Time | Not Time of Show)
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
9:30 AM
(Show Time)
11:00 AM
2:00 PM
7:00 PM
(Gates Open: 3:00 PM | Registration: 5:00 PM)
11:00 AM
2:00 PM
(Leave Time | Not Time of Show)
2:00 PM
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
(Arrival Time | Additional Arrival Time Tomorrow | Not Time of Show)
5:00 PM
(Registration: 3:00 PM)
7:00 PM
11:00 AM
Before 12:00 PM
(Arrival Time | Not Time of Show)
2:00 PM
7:00 PM
(Gates Open: 3:00 PM | Registration: 5:00 PM)
10:00 AM
(Show Time)
11:00 AM
12:00 PM
1:00 PM
(Registration: 11:00 AM)
2:00 PM & 5:00 PM
By 3:00 PM
(Leave Time | Not Time of Show)
7:00 PM
Enjoy the Tioga County Fair with affordable admission for all ages. Check out our ticket prices and plan your visit today!
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.
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.
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.
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)
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)
Watch drivers crash and battle for survival in this fan-favorite grandstand event filled with roaring engines and flying metal. (Registration: 5:00 PM)
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)
Powerful tractors compete to pull a weighted sled down the track, testing strength, skill, and machine performance. (Registration: 11:00 AM)
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.