From Ferris Wheels to Physics: Keep the Fair Fun Going at WonderWorks!

Celebrate the NYS Fair with a $20 Ticket Deal and Special Sensory Day This September

WonderWorks Destiny is joining in on the fun of the Great New York State Fair, returning August 20–September 1, 2025, with a special ticket discount for fairgoers. Those who show their fair ticket or receipt at the WonderWorks admission counter will receive a discounted 3 Attraction Pass for just $20 plus tax, allowing fairgoers to take their family fun to the next level. Looking ahead at the fall, WonderWorks is also offering a Sensory Day on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 10 am to 1 pm, providing a sensory-friendly environment for families and groups to explore.

“Syracuse really comes alive during the State Fair, so we’re excited to add to the fun! WonderWorks is the perfect spot to get out of the rain or the heat as summer starts to wrap up,” said Jon Cascella, general manager at WonderWorks Destiny. 

Whether a CNY native or visiting for the fair festivities, everyone can keep the fun going with this limited-time WonderWorks Destiny ticket discount. Just show your fair ticket or receipt at the WonderWorks admissions counter from August 20, 2025, through September 1, 2025, to receive a discounted 3 Attraction Pass ticket for only $20, plus tax, per person. The ticket provides hours of entertainment, allowing guests to explore everything the upside-down laboratory has to offer. 

There are over 100 interactive exhibits inside the popular attraction, as well as laser tag, ropes courses, and more. Guests can explore space and weather, use their imagination, and engage in lots of memorable activities. Fans of the NYS Fair’s Midway will love the Physical Challenge Zone, complete with a virtual roller coaster, the Xtreme 360 Bikes ride, the Astronaut Training Gyroscope ride, and more. Not only are these exhibits a blast, but they’re also STEAM-based (science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics), providing a great way to enhance a young learner’s education. Plus, there is something for all ages, making it an excellent time for the whole family.

WonderWorks Destiny is home to one of the best attractions in Syracuse, the Canyon Climb Ropes Course. This indoor, suspended ropes course stands 70 feet tall and gives climbers three levels of ropes and over 81 obstacles to conquer. With WonderWorks conveniently located inside Destiny USA, guests can plan to the fair, then swing by WonderWorks after their day of entertainment and good eats to keep the fun going with a great deal.

After the summer wraps up and the kids head back to school, WonderWorks Destiny will be hosting a Sensory Day on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 10 am to 1 pm. During this time, all exhibits will be slightly altered to be more sensory-friendly and limit stimulation for guests with special needs. Doing this helps to create a safe environment so that everyone can have fun, explore, and enjoy their time at the attraction without feeling overwhelmed. Music in the facility will be turned down and several loud exhibits will remain turned off. WonderWorks Adventure tickets for the event are only $10, plus tax, per person at the door, which includes entry to the exhibits area. 

“Sensory Days are a blast! We love helping guests experience our facility in a way that’s comfortable for all. It’s a great way to spend a Sunday morning," said Nickiy Pike, education sales team member at WonderWorks Destiny.

Sensory Day is perfect for both families and organizations that want to provide their students a unique and sensory-friendly learning experience. Special education classes should consider this event for an unforgettable field trip. There is plenty of fun for guests of all ages, with educational STEM-rooted exhibits, physical challenges, and more. Guests will have the opportunity to use motor skills, problem solve, engage their imagination, and more. More information about Sensory Day can be found online.

WonderWorks Destiny offers a variety of educational programs and promotions throughout the year for local students and families to enjoy. It also offers group rates, homeschool days, and corporate event packages. They have over 100 interactive exhibits about extreme weather, space discovery, light, sound, and more. They offer an illusion art gallery, virtual roller coasters, a ropes course, laser tag, the 4D XD Motion Theater, and much more. For more information, visit the site at: https://www.wonderworksonline.com/destiny.

About WonderWorks

WonderWorks, a science-focused indoor amusement park, combines education and entertainment into one venue. With over 100 hands-on exhibits, there is something unique and challenging for all ages. Feel the power of 71 mph hurricane-force winds in the Hurricane Shack. Make life-sized bubbles in the Bubble Lab. Get the NASA treatment and experience zero gravity in the Astronaut Training Gyro. Nail it by lying on the death-defying Bed of Nails. WonderWorks is in Orlando, Pigeon Forge, Panama City Beach, Myrtle Beach, Syracuse, and Branson. For more information, visit WonderWorksDestiny.com, and follow @WonderWorksDestiny on Facebook, @WonderWorksDUSA on X (Twitter), @WonderWorks_dusa on Instagram, and @WonderWorksOfficial on TikTok.