General State Fair Questions
The 2025 Nebraska State Fair Is Aug. 22 Through Sept. 1.
Our Fair always runs for 11 days ending on Labor Day.
Grand Island, Nebraska. For Map And Directions, Click Here
You can purchase gate admission on our website, at Pump & Pantry and at the Fair upon arrival.
See The Full Pricing Breakdowns Here
Absolutely! If you come to the Fair and need to leave but wish to return later the same day, you MUST have your hand stamped before leaving. This stamp is your reentry to the Fair on that same day.
Stamps are provided at each of our entrance/exits across the grounds.
We LOVE Fair food! You can find a the full list of vendors and concessionaires by clicking here.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the property. The Nebraska State Fair only allows service animals that are compliant with Nebraska ADA guidelines. Competition animals are also permitted in certain areas for their competition only.
There are no bag restrictions for gate admission but some rules may apply for concerts.
Strollers and wagons are not only permitted but are encouraged to transport families around the ground You can bring your own stroller or can rent one at the Fair. Click Here for more information.
NOTE: Scooters, bikes, hover boards, one and two wheel transportation machines are not allowed on the grounds.Â
We’d love to have your help!! We have so many ways to involve you and anyone you wish to volunteer with. All volunteer information can be found by clicking here.
Ticket questions?? Give us a call at the Box Office: 308-384-0151
We’ve got you covered! Use Click Here for a Fairgrounds map.
Directions/Parking/Lodging
We Offer A Full List Of Driving And Parking Directions Here.
ADA Accessible Parking Is Available At The Main Gate As Well As Gate 6A (enter through Gate 6 off Fonner Park Road).
Parking At The Fairgrounds Is FREE! All Parking/Shuttle Information Can Be Found Here. ADA Accessible Parking Is Available At The Main Gate As Well As Gates 6A.Â
Yes! There Is Off-Site Parking And Shuttle Services In Addition To Our FREE Fairgrounds Parking. You Can Find The Shuttle Locations And Times Here.
Buses Will Drop Off And Pick Up At The North Gate Off Of Fonner Park Road. When You Exit The Bus, You Can Enter Into The Grounds Through The 4-H and FFA Building!
Activities
Carnival Wristbands Are On Sale All Year Long and Go Up To Face Value During The Fair. To Save Money, We Encourage You To Follow Our Social Media And Website To Catch Our Sales.Â
During Fair, Wristbands Are $37 On Weekdays And $42 On Weekends.
Individual Tickets For Rides Can Be Purchased At The Carnival During The Fair.
Vendor Applications And Information Can Be Found Here.
You Can Find All Of Our Concessions, Maps, Hours And More General Visitor Information Here.
You Can Find All Competition Information Here.
A Celebration Of Our Elders, Older Nebraskans Day Is Monday, Aug. 25th. View daily schedules on our website under Plan Your Visit or download the Nebraska State Fair app to view events for each day of the Fair.
Concert/Ticket Questions
You Can Purchase Concert Tickets Online, or at The Box Office. Information On Purchasing Tickets Can Be Found  Or By Calling The Box Office At 308.384.0151.
NOTE: Concert tickets INCLUDE your gate admission!!
This Year’s Lineup Includes 4 Indoor Shows At The Heartland Event Center And 4 Outdoor Concerts at TD Landing. Click  To See The Full List And How You Can Purchase Tickets!
You Can Print Them Out, Or You Can Download Them To Your Mobile Device Where We Can Scan Them!
Matthew West with Josiah Queen, The Righteous Brothers, Brian Regan and the Marshall Tucker Band are indoors at the Heartland Events Center.
Sawyer Brown, Skillet & Theory of a Deadman, Forever Young Tour, La Arrolladora Banda el Limon are outdoors at TD Landing.
No You Do Not. Gate Admission Is Included With All Concert Tickets. You will want to buy your concert ticket in advance. If you come to the fair without a concert ticket and decide to go to the show, you will pay the full ticket price which includes gate.Â
Cameras Will Not Be Allowed At This Year’s State Fair Concerts. You Can Find Additional Rules And Regulations For The Fair Here.
You Can  The Box Office At 308.384.0151 To Purchase Wheelchair Accessible Tickets For Any Concert. First Come, First Served.
We Currently Do Not Offer Meet And Greet Packages For Artists. You Are Able To Buy Pit Tickets For Each Concert Which Will Get You Closer To The Stage. You Can Find Ticket Information Here.
When You Purchase Tickets To A Concert At The Heartland Events Center, You Can Select Reserved Seating. Other Event Configurations Can Be Found Here.
- Personal Chairs Permitted:Â Approved individual guest seating includes lawn chairs, folding chairs, and other portable individual seating. Individual stadium seats for the bleachers are also permitted.
- Designated Seating Areas: Guests are welcome to bring their own chairs for seating in the general admission area of TD Landing only. No chairs will be allowed in the pit – your seat will only be allowed in general admission. Additional bleacher seating will be available for general admission guests on a first come, first served basis.
- Safety Guidelines:Â For the safety and comfort of all guests, chairs must not obstruct walkways or emergency exits. Additionally, oversized chairs and those with sharp edges or other hazardous features will not be permitted.
- Enhanced Concert Experience:Â This policy is part of our ongoing efforts to improve the overall experience at the Nebraska State Fair. We believe that allowing personal chairs will add a new level of convenience and enjoyment for our concertgoers.
