Its major annual event is the Great New York State Fair which draws approximately one million visitors during its 13-day run, and the entire complex is often referred to as the Fairgrounds.
The State Fair Coliseum located within the Empire Expo Center was the original home of the Syracuse Nationals (now Philadelphia 76ers) professional basketball team.
The Syracuse Hornets also played at the Coliseum, but due to financial troubles, the team folded after only 10 games.
The venue underwent a $4 million renovation in 2016, which included new seating, landscaping and a bigger stage to draw big-name acts.
A small stage located in the Dairy Products building, providing an "open mic" for amateur acts.