It’s that time of year-- to do the Puyallup!
The Washington State Fair is back, highlighting the best of fun and entertainment and animals and food that the Evergreen State has to offer.
“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!" Fair organizers wrote on their website.
Free Admission Days
- Every Friday - Military Appreciation Day - FREE admission for all active, reserve, and retired military and National Guard and their dependents, plus disabled veterans, when each shows valid military ID at any Fair gate.
- Friday, Sept. 11 - School Supply Drive - FREE gate admission for all ages, 10:30 am - 2:30 pm, with a suggested new school supply donation to benefit Communities In Schools.
Concerts
- Thursday, Sept. 10 at 9 p.m. - Gretchen Wilson (Dancin’ in the Dirt Concert)
- Friday, Sept. 11 at 9 p.m. - Dylan Marlowe (Dancin’ In The Dirt Concert)
- Saturday, Sept. 12 at 9 p.m. - Chase Rice (Dancin’ In The Dirt Concert)
- Monday, Sept. 14 at 7:30 p.m. - Yacht Rock Revue
- Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 6:30 p.m. - Blippi
- Thursday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. - Bailey Zimmerman
- Friday, Sept. 18 at 7:30 p.m. - Jon Batiste
- Saturday, Sept. 19 at 7:30 p.m. - Ice Cube
- Monday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. - Lauren Daigle with Leanna Crawford
- Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 7:30 p.m. - Adam Ray
- Thursday, Sept. 24 at 7:30 p.m. - Hardy with special guest McCoy Moore
- Friday, Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. - Trey Songz and Tyga
- Saturday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. - Chicago
- Sunday, Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. - Twisted Sister featuring Sebastian Bach on Lead Vocals plus Special Guests Slaughter
You can get tickets here.
New this year
America250 Exhibits & Entertainment - Enjoy a variety of educational and fun exhibits exploring the history of America! From strolling entertainment to walk-through displays, there’s something to see all Fair long.
K9 Kings Flying Dog Show - Get ready for an exhilarating, high-flying adventure with trainer J.D. Platt and The K9 Kings Flying Dog Show. Each action-packed performance includes eight talented dogs displaying heart stopping aerial tricks, obedience, crowd participation and high-energy paws-itively amazing fun.
Fair hours:
Closed Tuesdays & September 9Labor Day Weekend (Opening Weekend, Sept. 4-7)
- Friday: 10:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Sunday: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Monday: 9:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Post-Labor Day Hours (Sept. 10-27)
- Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 10:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. (closed Wed., Sept. 9)
- Tuesdays: CLOSED
- Fridays: 10:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Saturdays: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Sundays: 9:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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