Middletown, NY— A man juggling tires, high-flying acrobats, dazzling
fireworks, delicious food, live music, and thrilling rides…the Orange County Fair is back
with something for everyone in your family. Each night, fairgoers will see incredible acts such as the Anastasini Circus, national tribute bands, the strong man show, a comedy hypnotist, grandstand entertainment, fan-favorite fair foods, arts and crafts, and a full carnival midway.

New this year, catch the world famous Anastasini Circus daily in the arena and
witness superhuman feats of strength during the strong man show. Back by popular
demand, Benjamin Jackson: comedy hypnotist, will put fairgoers in a trance, having them
perform hilarious tasks on stage nightly. These shows are free with just the price of fair admission. “We’ve searched the country for the best acts sure to entertain your whole family at the 2023 fair. We’re bringing back some crowd favorites and some exciting new ones,” says Ron Weber, Fair Manager.

July 21st-23rd, monster trucks will jump, rev, and speed around the Orange
County Fair Speedway Grandstand with daily shows starting at 7:00pm. “Back by popular
demand we have three big monster trucks show opening weekend,” says Weber. Gates to
the Grandstand open at 5:30pm each evening. Monster Trucks shows are ticketed
separately and tickets purchased before the fair opens will include fair admission.

On the Barn Amphitheater Stage, the fair staff has scheduled a lineup of national
touring tribute acts. New this year, the fair will host two days of Spanish music featuring
Mariachi Paulino and La Banda Tumbadira de Newburgh. “We’ve programmed our Barn
Amphitheater area to have something for everyone. Concerts are free with admission or
get a VIP ticket for just $20.00,” says Weber. Crowd favorites like Battery: a Metallica
tribute band and Live Wire: an AC/DC tribute band will return alongside newcomers such
as the Fooz Fighters: a Foo Fighters tribute.

The Dreamland Amusements midway boasts rides for thrill-seekers and gentle
riders alike. A ride list can be found on the fair’s website. Discount nights on July 20th,
24th, and 25th include deals like free admission, free rides, $10.00 unlimited ride
wristbands, and carload night. “We have great discounts available on opening night and Monday and Tuesday of the fair. We offer admission and ride combo tickets and family four packs at a steep discount online as well,” says Weber.

And don’t forget about the fair food! Sausage and peppers, zeppoles, funnel
cakes, gyros, cheesesteaks and much more will be available as part of the fair’s extensive
vendor lineup. For more information and savings visit www.orangecountyfair.com.