Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
The Colorado State Fair is 11 days of fun ending Labor Day. The 2025 fair runs Friday, Aug. 22 through Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 1!
In 2026 visit us Aug. 28 thru Sept. 7, and in 2027 visit us Aug. 27 thru Sept. 6!
Monday – Thursday: 3 – 11 p.m.
Friday – Sunday: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Labor Day: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.
The State Fair is located at 1001 Beulah Ave, Pueblo, CO 81004
Yes, Scootaround offers rentals inside Gate 5 at Prairie Ave. More information and reservations can be made here:
https://scootaround.com/en/colorado-state-fair
Individuals are welcome to bring their own electric mobility scooter, stroller, wagon, or wheelchair onto the fairgrounds.
Bikes, skateboards, skates, hoverboards, and electric scooters not for mobility assistance will not be allowed on the fairgrounds.
No, with the exception of a factory-sealed water or empty, reusable water bottle. Water filling stations are located inside the Palace of Agriculture and the Southwest Motors Events Center, see the Fairgrounds Map. Water fountains are also located throughout the fairgrounds.
Small coolers may be allowed for medical and special needs.
No, smoking of any sort is prohibited on state property per state law. Smoking includes e-cigarettes/vapes, joints, cigarettes, pipes, cigars, etc.
Please note, consumption of cannabis in public is illegal.
Pets are not permitted on the grounds during the Fair with the exception of service dogs or animals approved as part of an exhibition or competition (such as livestock and 4-H events).
Service animals are those that have been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability.
No knives, or objects to be construed as weapons will be allowed, including pepper spray, mace, tasers, or other self-defense items.
No illegal or open carry of firearms is permitted on the premises.
First Aid is located in front of the Fine Arts Building, across from the Palace of Agriculture.
Notify a law enforcement officer or State Fair official immediately. You can also call 719-404-2037. Lost persons will be taken to the Security Office, location 25 on the fairgrounds map.
To contact lost and found during the 11-day fair, please call the Security Office: 719-404-2017
After the fair, please call the front desk: 719-404-2001
Yes! Our Family Comfort Station, presented by Tuff Shed, is located on the upper level of the Palace of Agriculture. Look for the pink shed!
Buy early and save! Advance admission and carnival tickets are available at a discount before the start of the fair. Other discounts and daily deals can be found on our Deals and Discounts page.
Yes! You can find the official map of the Colorado State Fairgounds here. You’ll also find parking lots and roads that will help once you arrive at the Fair. The map is also available in the Daily Guide.
If you can’t attend the Fair, the Colorado State Fair Foundation is a great way to be engaged with all things Colorado State Fair and contribute to the Fair’s success.
Mon-Thurs: 3 – 11 p.m. or later
Fri-Sun: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. or later
Labor Day: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. or later
For more information, https://coloradostatefair.com/plan-your-visit/
Yes, there is! You can find the link to the Daily Guide here!
Public parking is available in the Colorado State Fair South Lot, south of the Fairgrounds between Mesa and Northern Avenues.
Parking Price:
$5 Monday-Thursday
$10 Friday-Sunday.
Parking is also available in the Hangar Lot. Enter heading south on Prairie Ave between Small and Tulane Avenues.
Parking Price: $15
Please note that parking is cash only!
Handicap parking and access to the fairgrounds is available from designated areas along Beulah & Arroyo Avenues. Please be aware that the Arroyo gate is not open to the public.
For more information on directions and parking, visit our Getting Here page.
Yes, the shuttle will run from the city’s Main Street Parking Garage (110 S. Main St. in downtown Pueblo) to the State Fair Gate 5 on Prairie Ave. Shuttles will run every 15 to 30 minutes.
The shuttle and parking in the garage is FREE.
Shuttle hours:
Monday-Thursday: 3 pm – 11 pm
Friday-Sunday: 11 am – 11 pm
Labor Day: 11 am – 11 pm
Yes, ATMs are offered on-site. Locations are listed on the Fairgrounds map, which can also be found in the Daily Guide.
Admission
Adult Gate Admission: $15
Kids (ages 5-12): $7
Children 4 and under are free (when accompanied by an adult)
Check out our Deals and Discounts page to see all of our special days and promotions!
Buy tickets before the start of the fair on August 22 for a discount! Advanced Adult Gate Admission is $9 thru August 21!
Entertainment tickets may be purchased in person at the Colorado State Fair Box Office, online at etix.com or charge by phone at 1-800-514-3849.
Discounted Gate Admission and Carnival tickets may be purchased in person at the Colorado State Fair Box Office or online at etix.com before the start of the Fair. Please visit our Deals and Discounts page for great deals during the Fair!
Box Offices are available at 3 locations in the Fairgrounds. You can find them at Gate 5 on Prairie Ave by the Southwest Motors Event Center, Gate 3 on Mesa Ave by the carnival, and Gate 9 on Beulah Ave by the Big R Arena.
Tickets can also be purchased online at Etix.com
Will Call is located at Gate 5 on Prairie Avenue.
If your concert or entertainment ticket was purchased before August 21, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. your gate admission is included!
If your concert ticket was purchased on or after the start of the fair on August 22, you will need to purchase your Fair admission ticket separately.
1-Day Unlimited Ride bands can be purchased thru August 21 for $32, and $42 starting August 22.
An 11-day Mega Pass, for unlimited rides every day of the fair, can be purchased thru August 21 for $162, and $202 starting August 22.
*Some specialty rides excluded. (height & weight restrictions may apply)
You can learn more about Carnival Prices here.
Please visit Etix Customer Service for assistance.
Things to Do
The 2025 Daily Guide has a full schedule of activities. Find it and more information on everything included in your admission ticket here: Free Attractions
Daily guides will be available online in early August and at each entrance gate during the fair.
Yes, there is live music every day of the Fair! The full schedule is available on the Free Concerts page.
Results will be found on each individual competition page.
To purchase a carnival wristband or card with digital credits, visit a Magic Money kiosk in the carnival area.
A list of this year’s rides will be available this summer.
Photos from 2024 Meet and Greets can be found here: Photos
At the 2025 Colorado State Fair there will be concerts held in conjunction with the PRCA Rodeo in the Big R Arena and stand alone concerts in the Southwest Motors Events Center.
For a full list of concerts visit our Entertainment page.
Check out our Things to Do page for all the exciting events we have planned!
Please visit our Competitions Page for everything there is to know about competitions at the Fair.
