2026 $5 Friday Deals
September 11, 2026
2pc Smoked Turkey Wing Drumettes
Smoked turkey wing drumettes available in either lemon pepper or teriyaki.
This includes 2 pieces and 1 sauce.
Vendor: The Turkey Stand
Location: Food Pavilion
Buffalo Ranch Fries
Crispy golden fries loaded with zesty buffalo sauce and creamy ranch for the perfect combination of spicy, tangy, and savory.
Vendor: Shugar Shack Soulfood
Location: Harvest Hall
Bundtinis
Two (2) Bundtinis of your choice.
Vendor: Nothing Bundt Cakes
Location: Exhibition Hall
Candied Grapes
Juicy grapes coated in a sweet, crunchy candy shell for a colorful, bite-sized treat that’s bursting with flavor.
Vendor: Tony Tea
Location: Midway
Chocolate Chip Cookie Sampler
Three-pack of warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies.
Vendor: Aunt Betty & Uncle Bubba’s Cookies
Location: Outside the Exhibition Hall
Classic Corn Dog
A classic hot dog dipped in sweet cornmeal batter and fried to golden perfection—a timeless Fair favorite on a stick.
Vendor: Robbeloth Concessions
Location: Midway
Crabby Tator Tots
Crispy golden tater tots topped with creamy crab dip and a sprinkle of Old Bay for a delicious Maryland-inspired Fair treat.
Vendor: Costa’s Inn
Location: Food Pavilion
Deep Fried 3 Musketeer
A classic 3 Musketeers bar, battered and deep-fried until golden, creating a warm, gooey chocolate center wrapped in crispy, sweet perfection.
Vendor: Demetri’s Fried Sweets
Location: Outside Cow Palace
Fresh Cut Fry
Fresh-cut potatoes fried until golden and crispy for a hot, salty Fair favorite.
Vendor: Chesapeake Foods
Location: Midway
Fried Rice Bowl
Savory fried rice tossed with flavorful seasonings and served hot for a satisfying Fair favorite.
Vendor: Oriental Cuisine
Location: Midway
Grilled Cheese, Fried Green Tomatoes, or Fried Corn on the Cob Fritters
Grilled Cheese: A classic grilled cheese sandwich with gooey melted cheese tucked between slices of golden, crispy bread.
Fried Green Tomatoes: Tangy green tomatoes coated in a crispy, seasoned breading and fried to golden perfection.
Fried Corn on the Cob Fritters: Sweet corn on the cob coated in a crispy fritter-style batter and fried until golden and delicious.
Vendor: Farmer Stan’s Veggie Stand
Location: Food Pavilion
Hamburger
A grilled beef hamburger, with or without cheese.
Vendor: Jake’s Pit Beef
Location: Food Pavilion
Hot Dog
A juicy hot dog served on a soft bun for a simple, satisfying Fair favorite.
Vendor: Chesapeake Foods
Location: Midway
Kids Gelati
Custard and ice layered in our 6-ounce Kids’ ice cup.
Vendor: Rita’s
Location: Midway
Kool-Aid Pineapple Skewer
Juicy pineapple pieces coated in sweet-and-tangy Kool-Aid for a colorful, refreshing twist on a classic fruit skewer.
Vendor: Midway Icee
Location: Midway
Large Bowl of Gourmet Flavored Popcorn
Large Bowl of Gourmet Popcorn. Variety of flavors, Caramel, Kettle, Spicy, Fruity, and Bayside Crab Popcorn.
Vendor: The Caramel Kettle, LLC
Location: Exhibition Hall
Milkshakes & Ice Cream
Milkshakes come in vanilla and chocolate, and ice cream is any flavor.
Vendor: Dairy Bar
Location: Corner of Cow Palace
Mini Churros
Soft, fluffy, cake-like mini churros coated in cinnamon sugar and served warm with your choice of delicious toppings.
Vendor: Lil Stack Shack
Location: Midway by State Fair Park
Mini Burrito Bowl
A mini portion of your favorite burrito bowl, packed with bold, savory flavors in a perfect portion.
Vendor: Charm City Flats
Location: Food Pavilion
Mini Lamb and Rice Bowl
Tender, flavorful lamb served with fresh toppings and savory seasonings in a perfectly portioned $5 bowl.
Vendor: The Lamb Stand
Location: Food Pavilion
Nachos
Crispy tortilla chips smothered in warm, melted cheese and topped with spicy jalapeños for a classic Fair favorite with a kick.
Vendor: Robbeloth Concessions
Location: Midway
Pretzel Dog
An all-beef hot dog baked inside fresh pretzel dough.
Vendor: PA Dutch Foods
Location: Food Pavilion
Pretzel Nuggets
A half dozen of our delicious, fluffy vegan classic pretzel nugs- baked from scratch, made to order!
Vendor: Get Baked Food Trolley
Location: Midway by State Fair Park
Pulled Chicken Sundae
Smoked pulled chicken on a bed of creamy, cheddar mac and cheese, topped with a drizzle of sweet BBQ sauce.
Vendor: KP Chicken
Location: Food Pavilion
Small Corn Dog
Hot dog on a stick, dipped in sweet cornmeal batter, and deep fried to a golden brown! Served with a side of mustard or ketchup.
Vendor: Stefanie’s Concessions
Location: Midway
Small Portion of Deep-Fried Oreos
A smaller portion of the state fair classic. Perfect for sampling!
Vendor: Degeller Funnel Cake Stands (three locations)
Location: Midway
Small Fruit Tanghulu
Small Fruit Tanghulu features fresh fruit coated in a thin, crunchy candy shell for the perfect mix of sweet and juicy. A colorful, bite-sized treat with a satisfying crunch!
Vendor: The Sugar Lab LLC
Location: Exhibition Hall
Small Greek Fries
Crispy golden fries topped with bold Greek-inspired flavors for a savory, satisfying twist on a Fair favorite.
Vendor: Demitris Greek Stand
Location: Midway by State Fair Park
Smoked Pork Belly Fried Rice
1/2 size portion of our smoked pork belly fried rice
Vendor: The Pork Booth
Location: Food Pavilion
Specialty Chocolate Caramel Apples
Fresh apples coated in chocolate and caramel coatings with a delicious variety of toppings.
Vendor: Midway Cotton Candy Stands (Four Locations)
Location: Midway
Three Cups of Iced Tea
Three cups of fresh brewed iced tea, any flavor!
Vendor: Tiki Tea
Location: 4-H Building and Cow Palace
Two Drinks
Two drinks for $5.
Vendor: Dippin Dots
Location: Outside the 4-H Building and outside the Exhibition Hall
Vocelli Rolls
Four different varieties. Pepperoni Roll, Bacon Cheddar Rolls, Spinach & Mushroom Rolls, and Garlic and Cheese Rolls. Cut into 8 golf ball-sized rolls stuffed with any of the above ingredients, Mozzarella Cheese, and lightly coated with our signature garlic sauce and Romano cheese, served with a side of our special Marinara sauce.
Vendor: Vocelli Pizza
Location: Food Pavilion
