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Things to Do ✨

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✨ There's So Much to See at the Washington State Fair!

From hundreds of prize-winning crops and crafts homegrown by our neighbors from across the state, to farm animals of all shapes, sizes, "moo"s and "oink"s. Plus live music and performances all day long across four FREE entertainment stages, a midway packed with thrilling rides and classic carnival games, educational and fun exhibits where you can learn something new about Washington, and indoor and outdoor shopping where you can meet local makers and find your new "thing". Whatever your State Fair tradition is, make new memories with us in 2026!

Highlights This Year:

🎉 America 250 Celebration

Join us as we celebrate America's 250th anniversary with special exhibits, patriotic entertainment, art, history and interactive experiences throughout the Fair.

🐶 NEW! Dog Stunt Show

Watch talented canine athletes soar, race and perform incredible tricks in this brand-new free show.

🌾 Our Food, Our Farms, Our Washington

Explore Washington agriculture through hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations and interactive experiences that connect you to the people and industries that help feed our state.

Animals

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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. 11 - 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.

Exhibits & Attractions

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Face Painting

Kids 12 years old and younger can get their face painted for FREE! Located in SillyVille.

JACL Remembrance Gallery

The JACL Remembrance Gallery honors the legacy of the Puyallup Assembly Center and provides an educational experience that ensures this history is remembered and its lessons are carried forward.

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.

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Sandra Lee at the Washington State Fair

Join Sandra Lee as she visits the Washington State Fair, Sept. 18 & 19!

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

Creative & Culinary arts displays

Creative Arts

Browse colorful quilts, freshly made pies, beautifully designed clothing, tablescapes and more.

Fair History Experience

Immerse yourself in this interactive, storytelling experience of the Fair's history and its deep connection to Washington state and its people.

Hobby Hall

Visit Hobby Hall for an amazing look at the intriguing world of crafts and collections, from Lego displays to toy collections to coins and everything in between.

Our Food, Our Farms, Our Washington View

Our Food, Our Farms, Our Washington

Discover how innovation, science and the people behind Washington agriculture help feed our communities through interactive, hands-on exhibits.

Farm At SillyVille

The Farm at SillyVille

This "farmer for a day" experience exhibit tells Washington’s food and farming story.

Tractor Tracks

Go over the river and through the farm in the most adorable test track made just for kids.

Rides

a child and family member at the antique carousel

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

balloons

Balloons

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

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

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

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

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: 9

Cliff Hanger

Cliff Hanger

Take a ride and soar to new heights on this spinning paraglider! Must be 46" tall. Tickets to ride: 7

Kids in ride

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

The Crazy Coaster, a tall yellow and green, metal roller coaster with tall, clamshell cars that take you along a twisting track.

Crazy Coaster

Get ready for a wild ride on the Crazy Coaster! Tickets to ride: 9

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: 7

Enchanted Castle

Enchanted Castle

Step into a storybook world of wonder. Tickets to ride: 6

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: 8

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

Fire Brigade

Fire Brigade

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

Flying Tigers

Flying Tigers

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

Photo of the Fun Zone, an interative ropes ride with tunnels and nets for small children to climb.

Fun Zone

Kiddos can crawl, jump and climb through this interactive rope jungle! Must be 36"-55" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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: 7

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: 7

Giant Slide

Giant Slide

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

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: 8

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

Helicopters

Helicopters

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

Two children smiing in front of a blue sky while riding Hop-A-Copter, a child's ride with red helicopter-shaped cars that flies them in the air.

Hop-A-Copter

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

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: 7

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Jungle Jim

Kiddos can climb and play in this epic rope jungle! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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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Kooky Kruzers

Kiddos can take a spin in some crazy cars! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 5

Lolli Swing

Lolli Swing

Enjoy this sweet spinning swing ride, the perfect size for our younger Fair guests! Must be 36" tall. Tickets to ride: 6

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