Arizona State Fair

Family Fun

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The same carnival rides you loved during your childhood—plus plenty of modern additions—are a highlight for guests of all ages that come to the state fair. Whether you prefer rides that will test your fear factor or those that are more “chill” than “thrill,” there’s a Twister, Wacky Worm, or Galaxy Coaster for you. Other returning favorites include the Monkey Maze, Freestyle, and appropriately named OMG—something for every age and level of fear (and fun) factor. Bring your family for fair fun!

Then check out The Edible Journey presented by Purdue University and learn how food gets from the earth to the table. And Rock U: The Institute of Rock ‘n’ Roll, a tour through the ages of rock and how we listened, from the stereo console, through the 8-track, cassettes, vinyl and (gasp) the Walkman. Explore the British Invasion, take a walk down memory lane with Shaun Cassidy, and tap your feet on the Big Keyboard.

All attraction times and dates are subject to change.

Godfrey The Magician

Add to your magical memories of your trip to the fair when you experience Godfrey the Magician. His show will delight young and old alike. The tap of a wand and a few magical words help Godfrey make things disappear, reappear, transform and surprise. Some audience members will have the opportunity to become a part of the show up on stage. Performing on the North Avenue Stage and around the fairgrounds catch one of Godfrey’s shows October 12th-30th.

Roberto the Magnificent

A World Juggling Champion, Robert Stuverud (a.k.a. Roberto the Magnificent) is recognized as one of the nation's most unique variety acts and performs throughout the USA. When Roberto the Magnificent explodes onto the stage be ready for an action-packed performance that highlights his showmanship from riding very tall unicycles to juggling super sharp knives. Every one of Roberto's performances are filled with comedic chatter, breathtaking visual stunts and lots of audience participation! Be sure to catch this high-energy, fast paced show filled with amazing stunts. Roberto the Magnificent show will be featured on the North Avenue Stage October 26th-30th.

Flying Meatball Circus

The Flying Meatball Circus is easy to digest and delicious for palates, funny bones, and eyeballs of all ages. The show is filled with hyper hilarious and astounding acts of juggling, acrobatics, European Clowning, spoof magic, slapstick comedy and daring stunts. The cast of circus artists brings all this together in thirty minutes of laughter and amusement. Aerial artistry and highwire shenanigans take this unique circus to new heights. The Flying Meatball Circus performs daily October 7 through October 23.

Great American Petting Zoo

All your petting zoo favorites are at the Great American Petting Zoo presented by the Maricopa County Fair! Stop by the Cattle Barn for the entire run of the Arizona State Fair and check out ducks, llamas, donkeys, deer, chickens, pigs, and the Australian wallaby. Included with Arizona State Fair admission.

Kerr’s Farm Tours

The farm comes to life in the middle of the city at Kerr’s Farm Tours, located in the west side of the Agriculture Center. Both entertaining and educational, this farm experience puts you up close with baby chickens, goats and other animals you would expect to see on the farm. Many of today’s farms integrate technology to operate more efficiently. Displays of antique and modern farm equipment make it easy to see how farmers help feed the growing population of over 6 million people in Arizona alone. The Kerr’s Farm Tour is proudly brought to you by Arizona Milk Producers.

The Edible Journey

Explore the incredible story of how your food gets to your plate in this interactive exhibit from the Purdue University Traveling Exhibit Program. You can Identify what a farm is and what farmers do and discover the positives and negatives of food processing. Have fun playing a video game to learn about food transportation and explore how growing seasons vary depending on location. Designed to meet K-4 National Science Education Standards, the Edible Journey allows you to define what a scientist is and understand science’s role in food production Located in the Party Gras Building. Included with Fair admission.