Gallery: New York State Fair 2015

The operator of the Rock Star ride signals riders currently rotating in a wide circle perpendicular to the sky. Benjamin Wilson | Staff Photographer

Riders yell with delight while going on one of the Fair's best attractions for thrill-seekers. Benjamin Wilson | Staff Photographer

Fairgoers tap into their adventurous sides riding the Fair's roller coaster. Benjamin Wilson | Staff Photographer

Nas performed in place of Snoop Dogg's scheduled NYSF performance . Chase Guttman | Asst. Photo Editor

Red, white and blue lights glowed against the sky at the fairgrounds. Benjamin Wilson | Staff Photographer

Patrons gather at one of the many food stands at the State Fair. Logan Reidsma | Photo Editor

Fair attendees get an aerial view of the midway. Benjamin Wilson | Staff Photographer

The sun sets as the ferris wheel's lights turn on. Benjamin Wilson | Staff Photographer

The moon shines brightly as the ride's lights illuminate the night. Benjamin Wilson | Staff Photographer

Brooklyn-born rapper Nas kept the crowd excited throughout the night. Chase Guttman | Asst. Photo Editor

By Benjamin Wilson, Chase Guttman, Logan Reidsma The Daily Orange

September 3, 2015

Published on September 3, 2015 at 12:44 am

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