Aly & AJ Announced for Great New York State Fair Concert

The Great New York State Fair has announced pop duo Aly & AJ as its latest concert act, according to CNY Central. The sisters, known for their 2000s-era teen pop hits, will perform at Chevy Court on an unspecified date in the 2026 fair season. The announcement was first reported by CNY Central on June 24, 2026, marking the first major headliner reveal for the event’s musical lineup.

Aly & AJ, comprising sisters Alyson and AJ Michalka, rose to fame in the early 2000s with songs like “Take Me There” and “Bittersweet Symphony.” Their performance at the fair aligns with the event’s tradition of featuring nostalgic acts alongside contemporary artists. The Great New York State Fair, which runs annually from August to September, typically draws over 1.3 million attendees, according to its official website.

The Chevy Court venue, a staple for mid-sized performances, has previously hosted acts such as Flo Rida and The Goo Goo Dolls. Fair organizers did not immediately respond to requests for additional details about the performance date or ticket information. However, the announcement follows a trend of leveraging 2000s nostalgia in live entertainment, a strategy seen in recent festivals and streaming platform lineups.

CNY Central’s report highlights the fair’s ongoing efforts to balance family-friendly programming with broader music appeal. The 2026 lineup also includes acts such as Jason Isbell and the 1975, according to preliminary listings. Aly & AJ’s inclusion reflects a broader industry shift toward reviving 2000s pop culture, as seen in TV reboots, album reissues, and concert tours targeting older millennial audiences.

The duo’s last major tour, “The 20th Century Tour,” concluded in 2019, with fan demand for reunions remaining steady. Their fair performance could serve as a test of sustained public interest, particularly in upstate New York. The Great New York State Fair’s music programming has historically emphasized regional and national acts, with past headliners including Shania Twain and Jason Aldean.

Details about ticket pricing, setlists, or special guest appearances remain unconfirmed. However, the fair’s official social media channels have begun teasing the announcement, with a post stating, “Some things are better together – like Aly & AJ and the Great New York State Fair!” The message was shared 12,000 times within 24 hours of the CNY Central report.