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The New York State Fair has announced that Grammy-winning rapper and singer Sean Paul will headline the first concert of the 2026 lineup. He is set to perform at Suburban Park on Thursday, August 27, at 8 p.m. Known for hits like "Temperature," "Baby Boy," and "No Lie," Sean Paul boasts over 53 million monthly listeners on Spotify. The concert is part of the fair's Chevrolet Music Series and is included with fair admission.
Fair Director Julie LaFave expressed excitement about the announcement, stating, "Sean Paul's first-time Fair performance is sure to be a high-energy, unforgettable experience for fans and newcomers alike." The fair, which runs from August 26 to September 7, will feature a total of 41 national recording acts across its stages, including Suburban Park and Chevy Court.
The New York State Fair, the oldest state fair in the United States, offers free concerts with admission, which costs $8, and is free for seniors 65 and older and kids 12 and under. According to syracuse.com, the fair will host daily concerts at Chevy Court at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m., with additional shows at Suburban Park at 8 p.m. The official fair website confirms that all performances are on a first-come, first-seated basis.