Parking Facilities
The Empire Expo Center has parking for over 23,000 cars.
Fairtime Parking
You will be directed to the nearest available parking via signs and parking attendants. Ample parking is available in designated lots around the Fair. Follow signs from 690 west. Cost is $5 per vehicle. A free shuttle bus service is provided from the upper lots to the Main Gate.
E-Z Pass Plus will be accepted in the Brown and Orange
lots. Follow the Purple E-ZPass Plus signs for quick,
cashless access.
Temporary RV Parking
RV parking information for the New York State Fair is currently under review and should available in early 2009.
Click here to view New York State Fair Parking Lot map.
2009 Temporary RV Parking Terms & Conditions:
The New York State Fair Director reserves the final and absolute right to interpret the terms and conditions and to settle and determine all matters, questions or differences in regard to, or otherwise arising out of, connected with, or incident to the New York State Fair. The Director further reserves the right to determine unforeseen matters not covered by these rules, and to amend or add to these rules, as in his/her judgment he/she may determine necessary.
You will be informed of any instance(s) of non-compliance with these Temporary RV Parking Terms and Conditions and appropriate action will be taken by NYS Fair Parking Management. The most serious instances of non-compliance will result in revocation of RV parking permits with no refunds and an order to vacate the Fairgrounds immediately.
Click here for a printable version of these terms & conditions (PDF)
- Admission
Admission is included with Temporary RV credential purchase (with the exception of primitive daily temporary parking in the Black Lot). If you are leaving the Fairgrounds, you must have your hand stamped to re-enter without being charged admission. - Dumping
It is a violation of the New York State Sanitary Code to dump waste, toilet and/or kitchen water on the ground. Dumping stations are available near Gates 9 and 10 for emptying holding tanks. - Electricity
You are only allowed to use the electricity that is provided for your respective location. Utility cords must not be placed where vehicles can cross or park on them. If they are, insurance inspectors will order them disconnected. Hardwiring into Fair electrical panel boxes is prohibited. - Fires
Open fires are prohibited. - Holding Tanks
For health reasons, all RV’s must have their own holding tanks. Hose stations are provided exclusively for filling holding tanks and other temporary service needs. - Inspections
Fair Officials and NYS Health Department conduct regular inspections of camping facilities. - Move-In
Once you have received your Temporary RV credentials, you will be directed to your designated location. You must stay within the confines of your location, including all slide-outs and awnings. - Move-Out
All RV’s must be removed from the Fairgrounds by Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 4:30 p.m. or they will be towed off the grounds at the owner’s expense. - Pets
Pets or animals of any kind, except those involved in exhibitions, demonstrations or those used as licensed service animals, are not allowed in exhibition areas of the Fairgrounds. Pets are allowed in the Temporary RV Parking area, but must be leashed. - Pump Outs
Your twelve-day temporary parking permit includes three pump outs. RV’s in need of having holding tanks pumped should signal the scavenger truck by displaying one of the three marking tapes provided by the Fair. The marking tape will then be taken by pumping attendant. Dogs must be secured inside the vehicle or personally restrained from the time the scavenger-signaling device is put in place until the scavenger has completed the service call. - Restrooms/Showers
Restroom and shower facility locations:
1) Green RV area, adjacent to Infield Restaurant
2) Adjacent to Gate 10 (Gray parking area)
3) Adjacent to Gate 11 (Gray parking area) - Tents
Tents are prohibited. - Trash
Trash must be kept in plastic trash bags. All areas must be kept free of trash. Trash receptacles and dumpsters are provided.
