The Arkansas State Fair returns to Little Rock this Friday for a ten-day event featuring carnival rides, live entertainment, livestock shows, and specialty foods. The fair will run from Oct. 16 to Oct. 25 at the fairgrounds located at 2515 Howard Street.
This year’s lineup includes attractions such as reptile shows, creative arts competitions, pageants, a lumberjack demonstration, the Sea Lion Splash, and the Highland Dairy Fun Zone. Visitors will also find a variety of live music and more than 50 food vendors on-site.
Fair admission costs $10 for adults purchasing tickets in advance or $15 at the gate. Children aged 6-12 and seniors aged 60 and older can enter for $6 in advance or $8 at the gate. Admission is free for children 5 and younger. Daily parking costs $10.
Organizers will offer free admission and parking to all visitors from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekdays, Oct. 19-23, to encourage early afternoon attendance. Opening weekend promotions include a special “Power 92 Power Pack” period on Saturday, Oct. 17, when children 12 and younger can enter free for 92 minutes, from 11 a.m. to 12:32 p.m.
The Miss Arkansas State Fair and Miss Jr. Arkansas State Fair pageants are scheduled for Oct. 16 and Oct. 17. Carnival rides will be operational throughout the event, with unlimited ride bands available for $30 in advance or $37 at the gate.
The fairgrounds will be open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visitors can find tickets and additional information on the Arkansas State Fair website.