Some families have to find ways to cut costs when attending the New York State Fair. There are several free or reduced ticket deals but food expenses can add up when feeding three or four kids, so resourceful parents can pack up a few sandwiches or some fruit for a picnic lunch. PICNICING 17Just to remind you, there’s no rule against bringing in food, just don’t bring glass bottles. There are plenty of spots among the madness to rest and have a family meal.

Sure the kids will be enticed by all of the ice cream, fried dough and cheese fries around, so if Mom and Dad can budget for a few treat while making carried-in food the main course, maybe everybody will be happy. No doubt, you can spend a fortune at the Fair, but you can also have a great time on a budget.