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Premier Event Venue in Hamburg, NY
The Fairgrounds in Hamburg, NY is a premier multi-use event campus spanning 265 acres, offering versatile facilities for year-round events. Home to the Erie County Fair, Buffalo Raceway, and Festival of Lights, we provide adaptable spaces including the Fairgrounds Event Center, outdoor showplex, and specialized buildings for concerts, festivals, and corporate gatherings. Our dedicated team delivers tailored programs with on-site catering, ticket offices, 24-hour security, and marketing support to ensure event success. Strategically located 20 minutes south of Buffalo, NY, we combine accessibility with comprehensive amenities to create memorable experiences for visitors and organizers alike. Services
Erie County Fair
Buffalo Raceway
Festival of Lights
Event Center Rentals
Agriculture Discovery Center
Outdoor Showplex
Hamburg Gaming
Equine Events
Livestock Competitions
RV Group Hosting
Highlights and features
- We host Western New York's largest annual events including the Erie County Fair.
- Our 265-acre campus offers flexible indoor/outdoor spaces for any event size.
- On-site catering, ticketing, and marketing services simplify event planning.
- 24-hour security ensures guest safety during all events and gatherings.
- Strategic location just 20 minutes south of Buffalo, NY with easy highway access.
Services
Erie County Fair
Western New York's largest annual event featuring agricultural exhibits, live entertainment, and family attractions. Our 12-day August festival showcases regional culture with livestock competitions, carnival rides, and educational programs. The fairgrounds' 265-acre campus accommodates both traditional and modern entertainment formats.
Buffalo Raceway
Year-round harness racing facility offering live events and simulcast wagering. Our state-of-the-art track features night racing capabilities and seating for 5,000 spectators. The facility includes dining options and betting stations for both casual visitors and racing enthusiasts.
Festival of Lights
Premier seasonal light display featuring over 2 million LED lights and animated displays. The festival includes holiday markets, live entertainment, and family activities across multiple buildings. Open nightly November through January with special event programming.
Event Center Rentals
Flexible indoor spaces accommodating 500-10,000 attendees for weddings, conferences, and trade shows. Our facilities include climate-controlled environments, AV equipment, and customizable layouts. Professional event coordinators assist with logistics and vendor management.
Agriculture Discovery Center
Interactive educational facility promoting agricultural awareness through hands-on exhibits and school field trips. Features include livestock demonstrations, crop science displays, and seasonal festivals. The center serves 50,000+ annual visitors with curriculum-aligned programming.
Questions
What are The Fairgrounds' operating hours during events?
Event hours vary by season and activity. The main office operates Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:30pm. Festival of Lights runs nightly November-January with specific showtimes listed online.
Can I rent The Fairgrounds for private events?
Yes, we offer customizable venue rentals for weddings, corporate events, and festivals. Our 265-acre campus includes multiple buildings and outdoor spaces accommodating 50-10,000 guests.
Are pets allowed at The Fairgrounds?
Only service animals are permitted. Emotional support animals and pets are not allowed per ADA guidelines. Service animals must be leashed and under handler control at all times.
How do I purchase tickets for events?
Tickets are available through our website, at the main gate during events, or via phone at 716-649-3900. Group discounts and season passes are available for select events.
What safety measures are in place?
We maintain 24-hour security, emergency response protocols, and CodeRed safety alerts. First aid stations operate during major events, and staff receive regular safety training certifications.
Reviews (4)
Tim Downey Ii
Mar 18, 2022
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Nice place. Had enough great food vendors and drinks for the outdoor show. Plenty of booths from fishing, hunting, tractors and so on.
Larry BigDogz
Mar 08, 2022
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We went for the Outdoors Expo Show. It is a very nice place to hold such a excellent event. They had many vendors, from fishing, hunting, Youth Archery, and food to choose from and look through. The place was clean and inviting. Hopefully in the near future they will have more vendors attend once again. A long while back, I remember when they held a Archery 3D Competition! It would be great to see that happen again at some point.
Brandon Goden
Jan 22, 2022
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Not a good place to hold gun shows to small. Don't have alot of space to walk between tables and look around. With covid going on it wasn't spaced out the right way. Need to give them more space to hold the gun show
Dennis Coxson
Aug 13, 2021
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Alot of vendors are not here this year. food was okay minus the deep fried tacos those were amazing. Over lapping the two fairs was bad mistake
