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Erie County Fair introduces 'Animals After Hours'

Tue, Jun 30th 2026 02:45 pm

Exclusive, age-21-plus experience to explore agriculture at night 

Erie County Fair press release

The Erie County Fair is giving guests the opportunity to experience the venue in a whole new way with the debut of ”Animals After Hours,” an exclusive, age-21-and-over event taking place from 10 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Aug. 15, in the Agriculture Discovery Center. 

This unique, after-hours experience invites guests behind the scenes for a one-of-a-kind evening featuring guided late-night tours of the dairy cow barns, up-close animal encounters, interactive photo opportunities and a fun-filled game of “Kahoot,” where participants will have the chance to win prizes. 

Guests can enjoy wine and cheese pairings, featuring wine courtesy of Ashley Lynn Winery and cheese from Eden Valley Creamery. 

The “Animals After Hours” experience also includes: 

√ Day-of admission to the Erie County Fair 

√ A souvenir wine glass 

√ Wine and cheese pairing tastings 

√ Two complimentary drinks 

√ Access to all “Animals After Hours” activities 

“Animals After Hours” offers guests an intimate evening that blends agriculture, entertainment and nightlife in a new way at the Erie County Fair. 

Guests must be 21 years of age or older to attend and must present a valid photo ID upon entry. 

Tickets for “Animals After Hours” have already been claimed. 

Visit the Erie County Fair website at www.ECFair.org.

The Erie County Fair is produced by the Erie County Agricultural Society, a private, not-for-profit membership organization established in 1819. It is recognized as the oldest civic institution in Western New York. The society’s mission is to connect communities through agriculture, education and entertainment.

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