The Arizona State Fair is more than just exciting rides and savory food, it’s a wonderland of family-friendly fun, packed with FREE activities included in your Fair admission. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a music lover, or a food enthusiast, the Fair has something to entertain every age!
Here are our top picks for free activities at the 2024 Arizona State Fair:
- Backyard Concert Series: Sing to your favorite songs as tribute bands light up the Backyard Stage with electric performances honoring legends like Billy Joel, AC/DC, the Black Eyed Peas, and more! It’s a perfect spot to grab a turkey leg, sing along, and recharge for more Fair fun.
- Community Stage: Cheer on local performers as they take the stage for the ultimate talent show, featuring everything from professional dance performances to exciting entertainment. The Community Stage is where local talent shines!
- Flying Royals: You don’t have to be close to see these talented aerialists soar through the sky! Located in the North Coliseum entertainment area, watch thrilling acrobatics perform death defying stunts in this epic, flying trapeze show.
- All-Star Monster Trucks: Feel the roar of the engines and the thrill of competition as six of the biggest Monster Trucks in the U.S. battle for first place, creating a must-see event for any age!
- Native American Rodeo: Saddle up for TWO, action-packed evenings of high-energy rodeo stunts. From fearless bull riders to incredible steer wrestling, this event is a thrilling showcase of skill, speed, and spirit.
- Arizona Heritage Museum: Stroll through 140 years of rich Fair history at the Official Arizona Heritage Museum. Learn about the evolution of Fair fun through vintage photos and interactive exhibits.
- Exhibit Entries: Explore fine arts and photography in the North Hall, or visit the South Hall for culinary delights, crafty home projects, and vibrant student art. No matter where you go, each hall is a creative showcase of talent that will leave you inspired!
- Livestock & Agriculture: Experience the excitement of live shows and exhibits at the Agriculture Center and Barns! Learn more about iconic Arizona livestock with family-fun activities like the Sheep and Rabbit Show, Youth Livestock Auction, and a live Poultry Show.
- Xtreme Bulls: Watch as top bull riders take on some of the fiercest bulls in the arena. Available only two nights during the Fair, this heart-pounding show is a test of courage and skill that you won’t want to miss.
- Figure 8 Races: Prepare for a wild ride as drivers navigate the chaotic twists and turns around a dirt track, risking it all to cross the finish line first. This adrenaline-infused race is sure to please the whole family!
- Kerr’s Family Farm Tour: Meet baby cattle, fluffy sheep, playful goats, and more in this thrilling petting zoo experience! It’s a perfect place for young animal lovers to learn more about farm life and experience country life at the Fair. Kerr’s Family Farm Tour is presented by Arizona Milk Producers.
- Quarter Midget Racing: Witness the future of racing as young drivers aged 5-17 take the wheel in ¼ sized race cars, zipping around the track at high speeds up to 30 MPH!
- Strolling Acts: The Fairgrounds are always alive with excitement. Whether you’re at a stage, in the Grandstands, or in the Coliseum, entertainment surrounds you- even as you stroll through the streets. From Twinkle Time to Hillia Hula Hoop Extraordinaire, and salsa steel drum players, there’s always something eye-catching around every corner!
- Thunderbird Model Railroad: Be sure to explore the Thunderbird Model Railroad under the Grandstands, showcasing an impressive model of a detailed railroad system.
- Live Art: Experience art in motion at the Painted Desert Stage, where each day a talented artist creates a vibrant portrait before your eyes. Grab a drink, sit back, and watch as creativity unfolds in real time.
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