Whether you’re stuck in Syracuse for a month before school starts or looking forward to getting back to the Hill, everyone should check out the NY State Fair. Along with the same fantastic food, ridiculous rides and extraordinary exhibits, this year the fair will have some new features.
Upgrades: No more ride tickets. Yes, the NY State Fair has finally entered the 21st century. The FunCard, which functions like a ticket debit card, will replace all paper tickets this year. Usable for rides at the Midway and at Kiddieland, this is the first time the card will be used at a major fair in NY state.
Thrills: A new array of rides will satisfy the needs of adrenaline junkies and families alike. With rides like the Sky Flyer, The Happy Swing, Wind Jammer and Ali Baba, everyone is assured to have a great time. Check out the ride descriptions here.
Eat: If you’re looking for a heart attack, make sure to check out this year’s newest food creation: the Big Kahuna Donut Burger. Coming out to about 1,500 calories, this quarter-pound burger with grilled donuts as the bun costs about $5 or $6.
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