Yorktown Grange Fair Celebrates Centennial Anniversary Sept 6-8

August 29, 2024 – The Yorktown Grange Fair will celebrate its centennial anniversary on September 6^th, 7^th, and 8^th.

Members of the Yorktown Grange will mark a century of bringing the neighbors together in celebration of local farmers, artisans, and cherished traditions during the fair’s official opening on September 6 at 4:15 p.m. Since its inception in 1924, the Grange Fair has been a cornerstone of community life, creating countless memories and honoring the region's agricultural heritage.

"We are thrilled to celebrate this momentous milestone with the community that has supported us for 100 years," said Fair Chairperson AnnMarie Sasso. "The Yorktown Grange Fair has always been about family, tradition, and bringing people together, and we can't wait to continue that tradition with our Centennial Celebration."

The Yorktown Grange Fairgrounds will host an array of attractions, including spectacular livestock exhibits, art shows, rides, and food. Live music performances include The Knuckleheads, Annie & the Natural Wonder Band and the Whiskey’s Edge Band.

“On behalf of the Town of Yorktown, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Yorktown Grange Fair on its 100th anniversary. For a century, this fair has been a cornerstone of our community, bringing together families and friends to honor our rich agricultural heritage and the hardworking farmers and artisans who make Yorktown so special,” said Supervisor Ed Lachterman.

Friday, September 6th

4:00   Gates Open
4:00   Livestock Exhibits and Tractor Display
4:00   Michael Anderson Memorial Senior Dinner  sponsored by Anne Anderson
4:15   Official Opening and Invocation Flag Raising by American Legion Yorktown Post #1009, Invocation by Msgr. Joseph R. Giandurco of  St. Patrick’s Roman Catholic Church
5:00   Rides Open (Wristband Special: $30)
6:00   Pie Eating Contest (Blacktop)
7:30   Live Music: No Options Band (Stage)
11:00 Rides and Fair Close

The first hour of the fair each day is a quiet hour with no loud noises. It’s a perfect time for people with special needs to enjoy the fair.

Saturday, September 7th

10:00 Gates Open (Quiet Hour)
All Day Livestock Exhibits and Tractor Display Strolling Variety Show with Adam Auslander
10:00 Children’s Games, Activities
10:45 Flag Ceremony by BSA Troop #164
11:00 Rides Open (Wristband Special: $35 all day)
11:00 Antique Tractor and Vehicle Parade Line Up (Behind Yorktown Heights Firehouse)
11:00 Kid’s Music with Kurt Gallagher (Stage) Noon WHUD’s KC Morabito (Until 2 p.m.)
Noon Tractor Parade sponsored by Morano Bros. Corp.
1:30   East Coast Pro Wrestling Match (Grounds)
1:30   Bubble Gum Blowing Contest (Blacktop)
2:00   Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop)
2:45   Watermelon Eating Contest (Blacktop)
3:30   Live Music: The Knuckleheads (Stage)
5:00   East Coast Pro Wrestling Match (Grounds)
5:30   Tipsy Waiter Relay (Blacktop)
6:00   Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop)
8:00   Live Music: House Arrest Band (Stage)
11:00 Rides and Fair Close

SATURDAY LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE

The livestock area is open throughout the fair. Stop by anytime to see our beautiful animals from local farms. The following livestock events and times are subject to change. Please listen for public address announcements and see our Daily Postings for updates. All events are held in the Michael Anderson Memorial Horse Ring unless indicated.

11:30 Dusty Stables Riding Demonstration
2:00   Poultry Showmanship Competition (Poultry Tent)
3:30   Dusty Stables Riding Demonstration
4:00   Sheep Showmanship Competition (Upper Ring)

Sunday, September 8th

10:00 Gates Open (Quiet Hour)
All Day Livestock Exhibits and Tractor Display Strolling Variety Show with Adam Auslander
10:00 Children’s Games, Activities 10:45 Flag Ceremony by BSA Troop #164
11:00 Rides Open (Wristband Special: $35 all day)
11:00 Kid’s Music with Annie & the Natural Wonder Band (Stage)
1:00   East Coast Pro Wrestling Match (Grounds)
1:15   Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop)
2:15   Street Beatz Dance Performance (Blacktop)
2:45   Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop)
3:30   Rubber Chicken Throwing Contest sponsored by Eddies Yard (Blacktop)
4:00   Live Music: The Whiskey’s Edge Band (Stage)
6:15   Mighty Mike Strongman Show (Blacktop)
7:00   Rides and Fair Close
7–8    100th Annual Produce Auction (Jerry Mulcahy Building)

SUNDAY LIVESTOCK SCHEDULE

The livestock area is open throughout the fair. Stop by anytime to see our beautiful animals from local farms. The following livestock events and times are subject to change. Please listen for public address announcements and see our Daily Postings for updates. All events are held in the Michael Anderson Memorial Horse Ring unless indicated.

10:30 Horse Showmanship Competition
11:30 Cow Showmanship Competition (Upper Ring)
1:30   Goat Showmanship Competition (Upper Ring)
3:00   Dusty Stables Riding Demonstration
4:00   Poultry Costume Contest