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Gate Admission Prices - 2026 Erie County Fair

July 7-August 7 advance sale admission for $15 per ticket (fees included). Online-only; a $2 savings from 2025
August 8-23, admission will be $19 (fees included); a $3.60 savings from 2025
NEW! Early Bird Pricing admission pricing will be available for just $16 when tickets are purchased and redeemed at the gate between 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day of the Fair
Wednesday, August 12: Opening Day Food Drive - Free admission with donation of 4+ non-perishable food items to benefit FeedMore WNY
Friday, August 14: Firefighters Day – Free admission + $10 voucher for food, beverage, or rides for firefighters and auxiliary members (with proper ID)
Sunday, August 16: Veterans Day – Free admission + $10 voucher for food, beverage, or rides for active military, veterans, and auxiliary members (with proper ID)
Tuesday, August 18: Senior Discount Day - $12 admission for individuals ages 62 and over with ID (only available for purchase at the gate and must be redeemed that day)
Wednesday, August 19: Double the Fun Gate Discount Day - Two (2) admission tickets for $30 (only available for purchase and redemption that day)
Kids 12 and under are free every day when accompanied by an adult 21+

The Buffalo News Grandstand

Grandstand tickets on sale Friday, June 5 at 10:00am!
Become a member of the Erie County Agricultural Society by May 31 and unlock priority Grandstand ticket access!
Members get exclusive early access to tickets starting Thursday, June 4. one day before they go on sale to the general public.
PLUS: Your membership includes daily admission to all 12 days of the 2026 Erie County Fair and exclusive perks like behind-the-scenes tours, special event invites, and more (Adults 18+ eligible for membership).
Sign up or renew today! www.ecfair.org/ecasmembership

Breakfast With Champions

Breakfast with Champions 2026

Aug 23, 2026 | 9:00 AM

Ticket includes Fair Admission. Valid on August 23rd only. Cost includes $24.27 ticket and $0.73 merchant service provider fee.

General Admission $25.00

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