Fair Information

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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

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

Gates Open:

11:00 AM

Rides & Midway Open

2:00 PM

Demolition Derby:

Location: Grandstand

7:00 PM

(Registration: 5:00 PM)

Day 3

Gates Open:

11:00 AM

Rides & Midway Open

2:00 PM

Dash For Cash:

Location: ?

5:00 PM

(Registration: 3:00 PM)

Broken B Rodeo:

Location: ?

7:00 PM

Day 4

Gates Open:

11:00 AM

Rides & Midway Open

2:00 PM

Demolition Derby:

Location: Grandstand

7:00 PM

(Registration: 5:00 PM)

Day 5

Gates Open:

11:00 AM

Rides & Midway Open

12:00 PM

Out of Field Tractor Pulls:

Location: ?

1:00 PM

(Registration: 11:00 AM)

New York Hot Farms Pulling Series

Location: ?

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

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.

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.

Join Us in Making the Fair a Success

Get Involved with the Tioga County Fair

Whether you’re looking to become a sponsor, participate in the auction, apply as a vendor, or make a donation, there are plenty of ways to get involved. Your support helps us continue the tradition of the Tioga County Fair and make it an unforgettable experience for everyone!