The all-new Empire State Fair returns to Long Island with family entertainment including the Royal Hanneford Big Top Circus, thrilling midway rides never before seen at the fair, and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tantalizing carnival eats.

Included with fair admission are fireworks displays on the 4th of July and both Saturday nights; the educational Eudora Farms exotic animal petting zoo; the fun, interactive Kidbucks Game Show; high-wire and trapeze performances, motorcycle thrill shows inside the steel Globe of Death, and other acts under the big top.

Fair admission: $10 (free for kids under 36 inches tall). Parking is free.

Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36 inches and taller) are $35 on site. Visit the website for ride ticket prices.

Admission/unlimited ride combo tickets are available online before 5 pm June 30 for $39, $75 for 2 people, and $139 for a Family 4-Pack.

Fair hours: 5-11 pm weekdays and noon-11 pm Saturday, Sunday and Mon., July 4th

More information: 866-666-FAIR (3247)