Brochure InfoThis park is operated by the New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets. If you have any questions regarding this park please email kelli.wolfe@agriculture.ny.gov or geneanne.k-smith@agriculture.ny.gov. 2022 State Fair Information The Empire RV Park lies within the New York State Fairgrounds, home of the nation’s first and oldest state fair. The Empire RV Park will be available to those renting a space for a 17-night stay - this includes the four nights before, and then the entire 13 nights of the Fair. The 2022 New York State Fair runs from Wednesday, August 24 ending on Labor Day, Monday, September 5. The Empire RV Park reservation includes a single parking site for one RV for up to a 17-night stay (includes water, electric, sewer and locations for garbage disposal), one vehicle parking permit, and two 13-day admission wristband passes to the Fair (see details about Fairtime hours below). Rental price is $600 plus a $7.25 reservation fee per site. Upon arrival, one additional Yellow Parking Lot permit may be purchased at a cost of $210. Any vehicle parked without the proper credentials in the Empire RV Park will be removed. Campsites are supplied with water, electric (120 volt/30amp or 240 volt/50amp), sewer, and locations for garbage disposal. Bathroom and shower facilities are located at the west and east ends of the park. Campers must bring/supply their own water hose, sewer pipe, and electrical cord to reach sewer drop and water/electric hook-ups. 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. Your RV and vehicle should be parked either pulled-in or backed-in, centered on the designated camping site number. RV vehicles, tow vehicles, and other items must fit within the assigned RV site and not impose upon neighboring sites or fire lanes - site sizes vary. You must not encroach on the assigned site of another guest with your RV, slide-outs, pop-ups, awnings, grills, furniture, etc. You may not extend beyond the site allotted in any direction. State Fair management are the sole arbiters of whether a vehicle extends beyond the site. Any vehicle causing a disturbance to neighboring sites, roadways, fire lanes, etc. may be relocated or removed from the property. Fair Hours: NEW for 2022 - Fairgrounds hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:00am-11:00pm, Friday through Sunday 9:00am - 12 midnight, with no entry or re-entry after 10:00pm on any day. On Labor Day (Sept. 5) the grounds will fully close at 9:00pm. Buildings will be open daily Monday through Thursday from 10:00am-9:00pm, Friday through Sunday 10:00am - 10:00pm. On Labor Day (Sept. 5) buildings will close at 9:00pm. At designated closure times, all Fairgoers must exit the grounds. Wade Shows Midway Hours: Weekdays (Mon.-Thurs.) from 10:00am-11:00pm, Weekends (Fri.-Sun.) 10:00am - 12 midnight • Labor Day 10:00am – 9:00pm (Closing time subject to change without notice)Brochure Info - OrientationThe New York State Fairgrounds is located just outside the city of Syracuse in the Town of Geddes, Exit 7 off I-690.Brochure Info - Facilities and RestrictionsNon-Fair Information: Campsites are supplied with water, electric (120 volt /30amp or 240 volt/50amp), sewer, and locations for garbage disposal. You must bring/supply your own water hose, sewer pipe, and electrical cords to reach water/electric hook-ups and sewer drop. You shall only use the water/electric hook-ups and sewer drop that is provided for your respective location. Electrical cords must not be placed where vehicles can cross or park on them. If they are, Fair officials will order them disconnected. Hardwiring into Fair electrical panel boxes is prohibited and will result in revocation of your RV parking permit. 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. Bathroom and shower facilities are located at the west and east ends of the park. All trash must be placed in plastic bags and taken to dumpsters provided for disposal. All areas must be kept free of trash.Brochure Info - Nearby AttractionsDowntown Syracuse, Destiny USA, NBT Bank Stadium, the Carrier Dome, many state and local parks plus numerous historical sites.Key InfoNon-Fair Information: Check-In:3:00pm Site must be registered and occupied by 9pm on the first night of the reservation or it will be subject to re-rental and fees may be forfeited. Check-Out:Campers must vacate their site no later than 11:00am on the day of departure. Pets Pets or animals of any kind are not allowed in exhibition areas of the Fairgrounds except those involved in exhibitions, demonstrations or those used as licensed service, hearing, or guide dogs. Pets are allowed in the Empire RV Park area, if they are licensed pursuant to Article 7 of the Agriculture and Markets Law (dogs only). In addition, all animals in the Empire RV Park area must not be left unattended and properly restrained either by leash or crate. Owners are expected to provide adequate food, water, and humane care for animals pursuant to Article 26 of the Agriculture and Markets Law. Animal Control will be called for pets deemed at risk of endangering the welfare of others. Restrooms/Showers:Adjacent to Gates 10 Tents: Tenting is prohibited in the Empire RV Park. The New York State Access Pass/Lifetime Liberty Pass is not accepted at this park. GOLF CARTS AND ALL-TERRAIN VEHICLES ARE PROHIBITED IN THE EMPIRE RV PARK AREASImportant Information for Daily EntranceDirectionThe New York State Fairgrounds is located just West of the city of Syracuse in the Town of Geddes, immediately adjacent to I-690 at exit 7. It is easily accessible from the New York State Thruway (I-90) from the West and East, and from I-81, North and South. Just follow signs to the Fairgrounds once you enter the Syracuse area. All vehicles for the Empire RV Park will enter at Gate 7. Our street address is: 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, New York 13209 Our GPS coordinates are: 43.07947, -76.22393 From the West - Buffalo / Rochester Area Take the New York State Thruway (I-90 East) to Exit 39, then follow I-690 East. From the East - Albany / Utica Area Take the New York State Thruway (I-90 West) to Exit 34A, follow Rt. 481 South, then follow I-690 West. From the North - Watertown Area Take I-81 South into Syracuse to Exit 22. Follow Bear Street (Rt. 298) to I-690 West. From the South - Binghamton / Cortland Area Take I-81 North into Syracuse, then follow I-690 West. From the New York City / Downstate Area Take best route to Binghamton, N.Y. then take I-81 North into Syracuse, then follow I-690 West. Other Phone NumbersAddress: New York State Fair - Empire RV Park, 581 State Fair Blvd., Syracuse, New York 13209 Email: kelli.wolfe@agriculture.ny.gov or geneanne.k-smith@agriculture.ny.gov Phone: 315.487.7711Season Date Desc2022 State Fair Info The first day to start booking reservations will be Monday, May 2, 2022 at 8:00am. The last day to make a reservation is Friday, August 5, 2022. In order to make a reservation, you must reserve for the entire season: August 20 through September 5, 2022 (17 nights). Non-Fair season: 5/1/2022 - 11/1/2022 (Only for 36 sites)Booking Window Product InfoFee Cancellation DescPlease read our Fees and Cancellation Policies State Fair Cancellation Policy: To cancel a reservation prior to your scheduled arrival, you must do so online by logging into your Reserve America account before Friday, August 12, 2022. Cancellation Fees: Cancelling before Friday, August 12, 2022 - Reservation Fee $7.25 + Cancellation Fee $7.25 No cancellation refunds will be given starting Saturday, August 13, 2022 Please note: All fees are retained if you fail to arrive and do not inform the park of a cancellation in advance. Non-Fair Cancellation Policy: If you cancel your reservation, you will be assessed the following fees. It's important to know the closer to your arrival date you cancel, the less money you will receive back as a refund. Cancelling 8 days or more prior to arrival - $7.25 Reservation Fee + $7.25 Cancellation Fee Cancelling 7 days or less prior to arrival - $7.25 Reservation Fee + $7.25 Cancellation Fee + the cost of the first night' s stay (this amount varies based on the cost of your site). All fees are retained if you fail to arrive and do not inform the park of a cancellation in advance. To cancel a reservation prior to arrival, you can cancel online or contact the Reservation Center at 1-800-456-2267. If you are cancelling on the day of arrival, you must contact the Fairground directly. Refunds will not be granted for events, circumstances, or decisions that are beyond the control of the Agencies (NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets). Non-Fair Information: The Empire RV Park reservation comprises of an RV parking site for one (1) RV on the site (includes water, electric, sewer and locations for garbage disposal), one (1) vehicle to be parked within your site. Rental price is $60.00/night, plus a $7.25 reservation fee per site. Upon arrival. Any vehicle parked without the proper credentials in the Empire RV Park will be removed.