Update 4/28/25 at 8:54 p.m.: The New York State Fair released a statement, saying “The Fair considers Chubby to be an integral part of the Fair family and has been honored to host him several times, bringing his timeless classics to fairgoers of all ages. However, after hearing from fairgoers last year that they were interested in seeing an expanded concert lineup with new musical acts, the Fair has been working hard this year to diversify the entertainment schedule for the 2025 Fair. We wish we could bring in all of our favorites every year, but are excited to introduce some new musical acts to the Fairgrounds this summer.”
Original: Chubby Checker will not be at the Great New York State Fair this summer.
That’s according to his manager, Shelly Field, who said everyone assumed he’d be there and invited…