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Thursday, May 1 - Saturday, May 31
Fairgrounds Gaming May Events
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Description: 2008 WEEKLY PROMOTIONS

Double Day Sundays(Every Sunday) Earn double the points and entries when you play on Sundays using your Player Rewards Card.

Super Duper Senior Mondays (Every Monday) Get carded - bring your ID on Mondays to get 25% off at the Blue Ribbon Grill.

Double Point Tuesdays (Every Tuesday) Use your Player Rewards Card at any machine on Tuesdays and get twice as many points.

Bonus Entry Wednesdays (Every Wednesday) Boost your chances of winning with an extra entry on Wednesdays into the current month's promotion.

Monday Midday Multiplier Madness (Every Monday at 3pm) Every Monday at 3pm, play any machine using your Player Rewards Card and you could be selected to receive $100 in free play for every point you've earned that day. Even if you've earned no points that day, you'll still get $50 in free play. (Maximum $500 in free play awarded per person, up to 5 points).

Birthday Spin & Win-Stop by Fairgrounds Gaming & Raceway on your birthday & spin our new Birthday Wheel. You could take home $5-$100 in free play & New York Lottery Happy Birthday Instant Tickets.(Must present valid ID to qualify).

MAY PROMOTIONS
$125,000 Bonus Board (March 31st-May 31st) The Bonus Board is back and more exciting than ever! Stop by Player Rewards to pick up your game board, then start collecting pieces toward exciting prizes like a Saturn Sky, an Alaskan Cruise, a big Screen TV, a hot tub, or a year's supply of gas. Each day you earn one point or more on your Player's Card, check into Player Rewards to get your game piece. Plus, watch for instant-winning pieces good for free play, New York Lottery Instant Tickets, and much more!
Saturn Sky Guaranteed Winner (June 8th at 8pm) For every game piece you earn, you'll get one entry into the June 8th drawing for a brand new Saturn Sky convertible! You can activate your entries to win by playing any Video Gaming Machine with your Player Rewards Card on Sunday, June 8th between 10am and 7pm. No need to present at the 8pm drawing!

Karaoke (Every Thursday in May)
8pm-11am-Midway Lounge on May 1,8,15,22,& 29.

Jack Civiletto (Friday, May 2nd)
8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.

Heard of Buffalo featuring Randy Milligan Saturday, May 3rd) 8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.

Cash Eruption Progressive (May 4th-10th, from 1pm-9pm) Play any Spielo machine for your chance to win $100 or more! We will choose one lucky winner every other hour between 1pm & 9pm (1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm, & 9pm) to win $100. If the player doesn't claim the cash within five minutes, it rolls into the next drawing. Then, on May 10th at 9pm, we will call a name every five minutes until someone takes home all the cash.

Kathy & Andy (Saturday, May 10th)
8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.

Mom's Super Sunday (Sunday, May 11th)
Calling all Moms! Come in on your special day to get a $5 New York Lottery Mother's Day Instant Ticket. (While supplies last). And every mom who stops by Player Rewards for her ticket will be entered into the 8pm drawing on May 18th for a 32-piece Cutco cutlery set, worth over $2,000! (Must be present to win). Mother's Day Buffet (Sunday, May 11th from 11am-6pm) After you pick up your ticket, enjoy our Mother's Day Buffet, featuring glazed ham, delicious desserts and much more for $16.95. Call 646-6109, extension 60149 for reservations.

Fairgrounds Gaming Presents The Fairgrounds Free Summer Concert Series: Movin' & Groovin' 2008 The Lovin' Spoonful (Tuesday, May 13th from 6pm-9pm) We're turning back the clock all summer long as we bring the sounds of the '60s to Fairgrounds Gaming & Raceway. Join us in our covered Grandstand on May 13th for the first FREE concert of the season as Rock & Roll Hall of Fame members The Lovin' Spoonful perform their mega-hits like "Do You Believe in Magic," "Daydream" and "Summer in the City." Don't miss your chance to see this historic act perform live starting at 7:30pm, with a local opening act kicking things off at 6pm. (No outside food or beverages allowed.) Otis Day & The Knights (Tuesday, June 10th) The Buckinghams (Tuesday, July 8th) Jay & The Americas (Tuesday, July 29th) The Spinners (Wednesday, August 13th) - Free with purchase of admission ticket to America's Fair BJ Thomas (Tuesday, September 9th)

Speedy Parker Blues Band (Tuesday, May 13th) 9pm-1am in the Midway Lounge.

Jim & Jan (Friday, May 16th)
8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.

Three's Enough (Saturday, May 17th)
8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.

Super Cruise (5pm-9pm)
Tuesday, May 20th (Rain Date: May 27th) Check out custom and classic cars at this FREE events. There will be Best in Show prizes, food and beverage specials, and live entertainment from Heard of Buffalo.
Tuesday, June 17th (Rain Date: June 24th) Tuesday, July 15th (Rain Date: July 22nd) Tuesday, Sept.16th (Rain Date: September 23rd)

George Harb (Friday, May 23rd)
8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.

Tommy Z Band (Saturday, May 24th)
8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.

Honoring Our Veterans (Sunday, May 26th) To show our thanks for all you've done, we invite all veterans to stop by Player Rewards on Memorial Day to get $5 in free play and a $5 off food coupon (Must show valid military ID). And while you're here, have your picture taken to be displayed on our hero's wall. Memorial Day Buffet (Sunday, May 26th, noon-6pm) Noon-6pm in the Clubhouse for $12.95.

Gregg Sansone (Friday, May 30th)
8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.

Ronnie Davis Combo (Saturday, May 31st) 8pm-12am in the Midway Lounge.
 
 
Saturday, May 17
4-H I Love Showing Horses Clinic
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Description: If you are planning to show your horses this season, please plan on attending this horse clinic to sharpen up and improve your skills.
For more information, please contact Joanne at 716-941-4942

Date: Saturday, May 17, 2008

Hours: Show begins at 9:00am

Admission: Free

Parking: Free
 

WNY Gun Show
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Description: Niagara Frontier Collectors Association presents the Western New York Gun Show. Buy, sell, or trade your modern and antique firearms, swords, military items and sportsman related items.

Date: Saturday & Sunday, May 17-18, 2008
Hours: Satuday:9:00am-4:00pm and Sunday: 9:00am-3:00pm

Admission: $5.00, Children 12 & under are free with a paid adult admission

Parking: Free
 
 
Sunday, May 18
The Buffalo & WNY Poultry Assoc. Annual Show
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Description: The Buffalo and Western New York Poultry Association, Inc. invites you to attend their annual show. Visit with exhibitors featuring exotic chickens, ducks, geese, and turkeys and meet the top breeders and judges in the county.

Date: Sunday, May 18, 2008

Hours: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Admission: Free

Parking: Free
 
 
Tuesday, May 20
Fairgrounds Gaming Cruise Night
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Description: Cruise nights return this year! Event runs from 5-9pm with food and drink specials, as well as live entertainment. Check back for more information!
 
 
Friday, May 30 - Sunday, June 1
Polish Heritage Festival
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Description: Come and enjoy the 6th Annual Polish Heritage Festival, this year's theme is "Poland in the Country". This Festival serves as a family-oriented gathering place that both Poles and non-Poles can enjoy. It offers an excellent opportunity for Polish entertainers, artists, and crafters to perform in front of a large audience. It also gives Polish-American organizations and vendors an opportunity to showcase their talents and services. See entertaining shows, exhibits, Polish & country music, and lots of dancing. For details and all the latest information, please visit www.polfunfest.com

Dates: Friday-Sunday, May 30 to June1, 2008

Hours:Friday: 4:00pm to Midnight, Saturday: Noon to Midnight, and Sunday: 11:00am to 9:00pm

Admission: Friday: FREE Admission
Help us break the Guinness World Record for Fish Fry Dinners!
Saturday & Sunday: $15.00 at the door, $13.00 - Seniors 65 & older.
Couples $25.00(Pre-Sale only by 5/20/08)
Special 2 Day Admission-$25.00 (Pre-Sale only by 5/20/08)
Youth through age 18 years receive FREE regular
Festival admission when accompanied by an adult.

Parking: Free
 
 
Saturday, May 31 - Sunday, June 1
WNY Llama & Fiber Classic
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Description: This is a great event! Check out the ALSA sanctioned LLama Show , and watch as llamas are shown by their owners for prizes and premiums. There will also be a Fiber Festival, where you can purchase products made from the finest of natural fibers including yarn, hats, scarves and more... You will also find raw fiber for sale too; great for making your own handmade gifts!
Early entry deadline for ALSA Show is May 3rd. Late entry deadline is May 17th.

Judge: Mrs. Debbie Shellabarger
Show Superintendents: Ron & Judy Billick

Date: Saturday & Sunday, May 31-June 1,2008.

Hours: Saturday-9:30am ALSA Llama Show begins
10:00am-5:00pm Vendors open
Sunday-8:30am ALSA Llama Show begins
10:00am-5:00pm Vendors Open

Admission: Free

Parking: Free
 

Erie County 4-H Training Show
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Description: If you are planning to show your horse at the Fairgrounds, please attend this training show and evaluation. A Horse ID Certificate (for your project animal), proof of negitive Coggins certificate, Rabies certificate, and proof of attendance (Clinic Cards) must be turned in. For more information, please contact Linda at 716-685-2540

Date: Saturday, May 31, 2008

Hours: Show begins at 9:00am

Admission: Free

Parking: Free
 
 
Sunday, June 1
Hunter's Hope Motorcycle Fun Run
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Description: Announcing the Annual Hunter's Hope Fun Run. Registration for riders is at Don Georges Sports Center, Transit Town Plaza. Rt. 5 & 78. Sign-in will begin at 10:30 AM. The run ends at the Fairgrounds with an afternoon of fun and entertainment, along with the Parade of Hope. This is a AMA sanctioned event. For more information call 716-759-2754
Proceeds will aid in finding a cure for Krabbe Disease and other luekodystrophies.

Date: Sunday June 1, 2008

Hours: Registration 10:30am/early afternoon arrival at The Fairgrounds

Admission: Contact Regent Riders

Parking: Free
 
 
Saturday, June 7
Buffalo Feis
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Description: The Irish Cultural & Folk Art Association of W.N.Y. presents the 43rd Annual Buffalo Feis.
The Agri-Center will feature All Dance, Language, & Music Competitions.
Agri-Center(presentation stage)-Awards for Ceili, Preliminary, Open Championships.

The Expo-Hall, located directly behind the Agri-Center will have the Entry Desk, Posting of results/Award pickup, Memorobilia, Art events, Soda Bread event and Vendors.
Galway Crystal, Mullingar Pewter, & Belleek China will be awarded.

Pre-Registration pickup available Friday, June 6th from 6:30PM – 8PM at Agri-Center
Pre-Sale of Admission Wristbands ($10.00 US Funds Only) will also be available at that time. For more information, please contact:
Entries Secretary: Brian Little-buffalofeis@hotmail.com
Chairperson: Mary Heneghan-buffalofeischair@adelphia.net

Date: Saturday,June 7, 2008

Hours:Doors will open at 7:00AM
Opening Ceremony at 8:15AM
Competition begins at 8:30AM

Admission: $10.00

Parking: Free
 
 
Sunday, June 8
WNY Hog Preview Classic
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Description: The Western New York Hog Preview Classic is a NJSA RECOMMENDED SHOW, and is presented by Witkowski Family Farm, & American Wire Tie, Inc.
This show is open to all ages from all states and Canada with over $2,500 in awards to be won!
Judge: BJ Eick - Wooster, OH
Early entry deadline is May 24, 2008

Date: Sunday June 8, 2008

Hours:Check-in from 7:00-9:00am
All animals must be checked in by 9:00am
Showmanship starts at 11:00am, Hog Show immediately following.

Admission: Free

Parking: Free
 
 
Tuesday, June 10
Fairgrounds Free Summer Concert Series
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Description: The free summer concert series continues with
OTIS DAY & THE KNIGHTS

A quarter of a century after they were brought together to perform in the movie 'Animal House', Otis Day & The Knights continue to live up to their dream claim as "the number one party band in America." Led by the effervescent vocalist/actor Dwayne Jessie, the group continues to inspire dancing anf good times with their treatment of the late 50s and early 60s R&B and rock.

Concert begins at 6:15pm with the feature act starting at 7:30pm.
 
 
Wednesday, June 11 - Thursday, June 12
NEW! Carson and Barnes Circus
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Description: The Carson & Barnes Circus has been around for decades, has performed for over 50 million people in 43 of the contiguous states. It is the only 3-ring traditional American Circus. Enjoy 1st class family entertainment "Under The Big Top" Come & see over 40 acts from the United States, Canada, Ukraine, Belarus, Peru, Mexico, Italy, the Netherlands & other parts of the globe. Show highlights include: Hula Hoop Sensations, Clowns, A Menagerie Animals, Aerial Acts, Acrobats & more! Arrive early-Circus Midway opens one hour before showtime!
Tickets go on sale May 21st, and are available at all tickets.com locations, Tops Markets, or the Agri-Center Office.

Date: Wednesday & Thursday, June 11-12,2008

Hours: 2 Shows Daily, 4:30pm & 7:30pm

Admission: Adults $20.00, Children under 12 $8.00, Children under 2 are Free.

Parking: Free
 
 
Tuesday, June 17
Fairgrounds Gaming Cruise Night
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Description: Cruise nights return this year! Event runs from 5-9pm with food and drink specials, as well as live entertainment. Check back for more information!
 
 
Saturday, June 28
Southtowns Young Riders Horse Show
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Description: If you are planning to show your horse at the Fairgrounds, please attend this show. A Horse ID Certificate (for your project animal), proof of negitive Coggins & Rabies certificate, and proof of attendance (Clinic Cards) must be turned in. For more information, please contact Linda at 716-685-2540

Date: Saturday, June 28, 2008

Hours: Show begins at 9:00am

Admission: Free

Parking: Free
 
 
Tuesday, July 8
Fairgrounds Free Summer Concert Series
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Description: The free summer concert series continues with
THE BUCKINGHAMS

With a two minute recording "Kind of a Drag" five teenagers from Chicago's west side, found themselves propelled into the national spotlight. Neighborhood kids drawn together by music, they had landed a showcase on WGN TV's All Time Hits, and succeeded in recording their first original song on USA Records. In february of 1967, the single swiftly climbed to the #1 spot on the national music charts. The Buckinhams' had numerous hit singles such as 'Kind of a Drag,' 'Don't You Care,' and 'Hey baby Their Playing our Song.'

Concert begins at 6:15pm with the feature act beginning at 7:30pm.
 
 
Tuesday, July 15
Fairgrounds Gaming Cruise Night
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Description: Cruise nights return this year! Event runs from 5-9pm with food and drink specials, as well as live entertainment. Check back for more information!
 
 
Tuesday, July 29
Fairgrounds Free Summer Concert Series
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Description: The free summer concert series continues with
JAY & THE AMERICANS

Founded in 1959, when two teenagers named Kenny and Sandy formed a doo-wop style group. Some of their popular songs are 'Come A Bit Closer,' and 'Only In America.' As of 2001 they continue to tour as "Jay and the Americans."

Concert begins at 6:15pm with the feature act starting at 7:30pm.
 
 
Tuesday, September 9
Fairgrounds Free Summer Concert Series
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Description: The final of the Fairgrounds Free Summer Concert Series featuring BJ THOMAS

He has sold more than 70 million records, earned 2 Platinum records, won 5 Grammy Awards, and had 11 Gold Records. Bj Thomas has been the only artist ever to have a "Song of the Year' on the pop, country and gospel charts.

Concert begins at 6:15pm with the feature act starting at 7:30pm.
 
 
Tuesday, September 16
Fairgrounds Gaming Cruise Night
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Description: Cruise nights return this year! Event runs from 5-9pm with food and drink specials, as well as live entertainment. Check back for more information!
 
America's Fair, Erie County Fair - 5600 McKinley Pkwy. - Hamburg, NY 14075 - For more info, call (716) 649-3900