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Sept. 4-27 (Closed Tuesdays & Sept. 9)

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Sept. 4-27 (Closed Tuesdays & Sept. 9)

Washington's Biggest Celebration

Do the Puyallup with can't-miss concerts, thrilling rides, iconic Fair food, animals, agriculture and once-a-year traditions.

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The Best of Washington, All in One Place

Everything that makes Washington special, together for one unforgettable September. This is your State Fair, 126 years in the making! Do the Puyallup with us at the State's Biggest Party, where once-a-year traditions meet new memories.

Columbia Bank Concert Series

Columbia Bank Concert Series

20 Days. One Stage. One ticket gets you admission to the Washington State Fair plus an unforgettable night under the stars.

Columbia Bank Concert Series

Puyallup Rodeo

Puyallup Rodeo

The Wild Card Round of the PRCA Cinch Playoff Series returns September 10-13.

For the Ride Fanatics 🎡

Ride & Game Tickets

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Antique Carousel

Take a spin on the antique Carousel, a timeless classic that has been a mainstay at the Fair since 1923! Must be 32" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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balloons

Balloons

Kiddos will enjoy flying high in these colorful baskets, resembing hot air balloons! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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Rotating amusement park ride shaped like bears

Bear Affair

Kiddos will enjoy spinning in circles with these silly ol' bears! Must be 42" tall to ride. Tickets to ride: 5

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Century Wheel ferris wheel ride.

Century Wheel

Enjoy a ride on our smaller ferris wheel, perfect for younger Fair guests! Must be 42" tall (32" if accompanied by adult). Tickets to ride: 7

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A ride with multicolored flying elephants and a blue sky with white clouds above

Circus Jumbo

Kiddos will enjoy soaring through the air on a colorful elephant! Must be 42" tall (32" if accompanied by adult). Tickets to ride: 6

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kids riding classic coaster

Classic Coaster

Our classic wooden roller coaster has been a mainstay at The Fair since 1935! Must be 52" tall. Tickets to ride: 8

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Cliff Hanger

Cliff Hanger

Take a ride and soar to new heights on this spinning paraglider! Must be 46" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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Construction Zone

Kiddos can take a ride through a construction zone on some cool trucks! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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Cosmic Chaos

Kiddos can prepare for takeoff in this spinning spaceship ride! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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Crazee Crocs

Kiddos can take a spin on a silly crocodile ride! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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Dragon Wagon

Dragon Wagon

Kiddos can enjoy a twisting ride on this gentle, daring dragon! Great for first-time coaster rides. Must be 36" tall to ride. Tickets to ride: 6

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Guests on the El Nino ride, a spinning ride where guests sit strapped into a spinning wheel facing the inner circle with flashing lights.

El Nino

Strap in and experience the thrill of this spinning adventure ride! Guests face inside the glowing wheel as it spins and whirls at top speed. Must be 52" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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Enchanted Castle

Enchanted Castle

Step into a storybook world of wonder.

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The Enterprise ride, a spinning wheel that straps guests into a single-seated cage and whirls around at top speds and various angles.

Enterprise

Strap in and hang tight: Guests sit in a caged-in single seat as the Enterprise wheel spins and rotates at top speed! Must be 53" tall. Tickets to ride: 7

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Riders on the vertical drops ride Extreme Scream

Extreme Scream

This thrilling tower launch ride goes 20-stories in the air, pushing nearly 3-G’s and plummets back down in terrifyingly fun fashion! Not for the faint of heart. Must be 52" tall. Tickets to ride: 15

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Fire Brigade

Fire Brigade

Take a ride on a high-flying fire truck! Must be 32" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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Flying Tigers

Flying Tigers

Kiddos can fly high in their very own jet plane! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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Fun Zone

Kiddos can crawl, jump and climb through this interactive rope jungle! Must be 36"-55" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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The Funny Farm ride in SillyVille, a multi-colored fun house covered in illustrations of barnyard animals playing instruments and preparing for a hoedown.

Funny Farm

Join the barnyard animals as they prepare for a barnyard dance with funny mirrors, twists and turns in this rockin' fun house! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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Ghost Pirates

Ghost Pirates

Take a ride through a spooky pirate adventure! Experience all the chills of this classic haunted house tram ride. Must be 42" tall (36" accompanied by adult). Tickets to ride: 6

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Giant Slide

Giant Slide

Ride a magic carpet down this iconic giant slide! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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The Grand Wheel ferris wheel silhouetted agains a sunset sky.

Grand Wheel

Enjoy an unforgettable ride on our tallest ferris wheel! Reach soaring heights and enjoy a stunning bird's eye view of the entire Fair. Must be 54" tall (42" accompanied by adult). Tickets to ride: 7

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Haunted Mansion

Haunted Mansion

Take a ride through ThrillVille Manor, the spookiest haunted house in ThrillVille! Feel ghostly chills on this seated tram ride. Must be 42" tall (36" accompanied by adult). Tickets to ride: 7

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Helicopters

Helicopters

Kiddos can fly high in their very own helicopter! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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Hop-A-Copter

Kiddos can enjoy a ride on a spinning helicopter! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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Guests ride the Inferno, an orange and yellow ride, spinning horizontally with top and bottom cars on that also spin on a separate vertical axis.

Inferno

Blast off on this spinning ride with horizontal and vertical spinning action! Must be 52" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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A spinning ride with mini motorcycles for small children

Jump Cycles

Kiddos can take a spinning ride on a roarin' motorcycle! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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Jungle Jim

Kiddos can climb and play in this epic rope jungle! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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Kamikaze

Kamikaze

Strap in as these speedy, slicing blades swing back and forth, reaching daring heights! Must be 56" tall. Tickets to ride: 7

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family on kiddy slide

Kiddy Slide

Kiddos can take a ride on a magic carpet down a this long, silly slide! A perfectly-sized alternative to the giant slide for our smallest Fair guests. Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

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2026 Highlights

Every year brings new reasons to visit the Washington State Fair. From fresh experiences and can't-miss entertainment to exciting new ways to celebrate Washington traditions, here's a list of can't-miss experiences in 2026:

🎉 America's 250th Celebration
🐶 NEW! Dog Stunt Show
🌾 Expanded Our Food, Our Farms, Our Washington Exhibit
🎶 More Free Entertainment

Meet the Animals

Girl with pet Cow at competition

4-H & FFA Dairy & Beef Cattle (Sept. 16 - 21)

Goat with Ribbons

4-H & FFA Goats (Sept. 16 - 21)

4-H & FFA Rabbits (Sept. 16 - 21)

4-H & FFA Sheep (Sept. 16 - 21)

4-H & FFA Swine (Sept. 16 - 21)

4-H Cats (Sept. 12 - 14)

4-H Dogs (Sept. 16 - 27)

Horse with Kid

4-H Horses (Sept. 10 - 27)

4-H Llamas (Sept. 16 - 21)

Animals of the World (Sept. 10 - 14)

Beef Cattle (Sept. 10 - 14)

Biggest Little Livestock Show (Sept. 16 - 21)

Boer Goats (Sept. 25 - 27)

Cattle Birthing Exhibit

Cattle Education Exhibit

Dairy Cattle (Sept. 10 - 14)

See six types of Dairy Cattle in the Agriplex: Ayrshire, Brown Swiss, Guernsey, Holstein, Jersey and Shorthorn, with milk sampling sponsored by Darigold.

Dairy Goats

Visit the Dairy Goats!

Draft Horses lined up in a barn

Draft Horses (All Fair Long)

Visit Draft Horses daily in Barn D or watch a Driving Demonstration in Pierce County Arena.

Fair Farm

Fair Farm

So many irresistible animals to touch and see, including bunnies, goats, chicks and more!

Horse Breeds Showcase

Learn about some of the most unique and rare horse breeds in the world!

K9 Kings Flying Dog Show

Get ready for high-flying fun with The K9 Kings Flying Dog Show, featuring eight talented rescue dogs performing aerial tricks, obedience and crowd participation.

Milking cow

Milking Demonstrations

Open Poultry (Sept. 23 - 27)

Pigeons

Pygmy Goats (Sept. 25 - 27)

Swing by to see the playful pygmy goats and fall in love with these small but spirited favorites.

Rabbit/Cavy (Sept. 10 - 14)

Sheep, Wool & Fiber (Sept. 23 - 27)

Washington Junior Poultry Exposition

Discover a colorful variety of chickens and other feathered friends at the Washington Junior Poultry Exposition.

America250 Activities

Freedom Truck

NEW! Explore the Freedom Truck, a traveling interactive museum celebrating America's 250th anniversary through engaging exhibits and stories from our nation's history.

A man dressed as George Washington in a tri-corn hat and tan and blue uniform stands at the bottom of a tall staircase.

Meet George Washington

Disco men in red white and blue mirror outfits

America250 - AmirroCAN Men

A graphic of a waving American flag with a ray of sunshine over it.

America250 - Life, Libery & the Pursuit of Happiness Art Gallery

A mini figure of the Statue of Liberty in front of an American flag background.

America250 - Moments That Made US Exhibit

Come Hungry. Leave Happy. 🍟

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Aurora's Autentica Comida Mexicana

Aurora's Autentica Comida Mexican

Enjoy authentic Mexican cuisine, prepared fresh daily. Gluten-free and vegan options available.

bao box

Bao Box

Bao Box, Soup Dumplings, Wontons, Noodles, BBQ Pork Bao

BBQ Pete's

BBQ Pete's

Claim to Fame: BBQ Pete's award winning Fair Sauce - a South Sound original since 1972.

Bean Hut Espresso

Bean Hut Espresso

Fuel up on whimsically-themed iced and hot coffee and Lotus energy drinks.

Benjis

Benji’s Diner

Curated by James Beard-nominated chef Mitch Mayers, classic burgers, fries and shakes are served with a twist.

Bernie's

Bernie's Burgers

Delicious traditional burgers

A photo of a gyro in foil with crinkle fries next to it

Berryhills Gyros

Enjoy Greek flavor classics!

Strawberry pink ice cream

Berryhills Ice Cream

Classic ice cream, milkshakes and sundaes

Big Mouth Sandos

Big Mouth Sandos

Curated by James Beard-nominated chef Mitch Mayers, choose from bold sandwiches packed with premium ingredients.

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Bigfoot Cafe

All-American classics.

Blue Bayou

Blue Bayou

Enjoy southern specialties

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Bobby Moo's

Soft Drinks, Milkshakes, Root Beer Floats

Bogo Café

Bogo Café

All items two for the price of one! Featuring onion burgers, cheese burgers and all beef hot dogs.

Brank's BBQ

Brank's BBQ

Family-run, Texas-style BBQ spot featuring wood-smoked meats with homemade sauce.

Brew Park

Brew Park

Kick back in a classic beer garden setting and listen to DJ sets while enjoying your favorite brew! Enjoy a covered picnic area with plenty of room for dancing, snacking and just enjoying that classic Fair-time feeling. PLUS visit the Washington Beer & Cider Bar, featuring 24 taps of goodness made right here in Washington!

Burger Palace

Burger Palace

Famous for a delicious double cheeseburger with bacon.

Burger Queen

Burger Queen

Cheesburgers, curly fries, hot dogs, and more!

Cantina

Cantina

Open Daily at Noon

Cotton Candy

Cotton Candy & Lemonade

Treat yourself to cotton candy or lemonade for a sweet pick-me-up.

Cow Chip

Cow Chip Cookies

Spectacular cookies baked at the Fair since 1982.

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Crepe Chalet

Freshly made sweet & savory crepes

Dippin Dots

Dippin' Dots

Enjoy this fun take on ice cream!

DOH! Sweets & Treats

DOH! Sweets & Treats

Curated by James Beard-nominated chef Mitch Mayers, taste whimsical desserts such as birthday cake elephant ears, spumoni ice cream brioche donuts, and cinnamon roll monkey bread with cream cheese frosting.

Dole Whip

Duris Dole Whip

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Duris Elephant Ears & Dole Whip

Warm, buttery Elephant Ears and Dole Whip

Elephant Ear

Duris Elephant Ears & Strawberry Extravaganza

Baked Potato

Duris Loaded Potatoes

Earthquakes Burgers

Earthquake's Biggest Burgers

A Fair favorite! Get giant Earthquake Burgers, jumbo curly fries and hot dogs.

Reuben Sandwich

European Deli

An array of soups, sandwiches, and treats.

Extreme Carnival Eats

Extreme Carnival Eats

Treat yourself to a classic carnival menu at the Fair - with a twist!

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