Welcome to one of the top state fairs in North America, showcasing our state’s agriculture, manufacturing and commerce. It’s everything from family entertainment and educational exhibits to exciting competitions and just plain fun. Join us September 13-23, 2012!

Fair Hours

8:00 a.m. to close*

Buildings:

10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. – Sunday thru Thursday

10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. – Friday and Saturday

Carnival:

Noon to close* – Monday

1:00 p.m. to close* – Tuesday thru Friday

11:00 a.m. to close* – Saturday and Sunday

*Closing times are subject to change at the discretion of management.

Gate Admission

REGULAR GATE ADMISSION
Adults (ages 12+): $9
Children (ages 6-11): $5
Children (ages 5 and under): FREE every day of the Fair!
Season Passes: $25 (available at the Arena Box Office and at any outside gate during the Fair)

Note: Event tickets INCLUDE an outside gate admission to the State Fair if purchased on or before September 12, 2012. An additional gate admission ticket is required if event tickets are purchased after September 12, 2012.

ADVANCE GATE ADMISSION DEALS
Discount gate admission tickets are ON SALE NOW, at the Arena Box Office, online at okstatefair.com or by calling 405.948.6800. Discount Gate Admission Tickets will also be available starting Monday, August 13 at:

OnCue Convenience Stores
MidFirst Bank Centers (cash only)
Cox Retail Stores (cash only)

Admission tickets must be purchased on or before Wednesday, September 12, 2012 to receive the discount.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW!

Oklahoma State Fair Rules

The following will not be allowed at the Oklahoma State Fair at any time!

  • Weapons
  • Alcohol
  • Pets (except for service animals)
  • Segways, Motorcycles, ATV’s, Bicycles, Skates, Skateboards,
  • Rollerblades, or Scooters (except for ADA needs)
  • Outside Food or Drinks (unless for medical purposes)

 

For a safe and enjoyable experience for all please be aware of the following:
Entry to the Oklahoma State Fair is a revocable license, which may be withdrawn and admission refused, at any time at the discretion of Oklahoma State Fair. Compliance with the directions and instructions of Oklahoma State Fair personnel is a condition of this continuing license. We reserve the right to deny admission, or to require a person already admitted to leave the Oklahoma State Fair, without refund or compensation, for failure to comply with any of the Oklahoma State Fair rules, for unsafe, illegal or offensive behavior, to ensure safety, security or order, or if we consider that the circumstances so require.

For the safety and security of everyone, all persons entering the Oklahoma State Fair may be subjected to a search of their person and possessions as the Oklahoma State Fair considers appropriate.
Filming is occurring and BY ENTERING, you are granting permission for your image to be captured and possibly used in promotional materials for the State Fair, without compensation or further consent.

The operating hours of the Oklahoma State Fair and any of its attractions or exhibits may change without notice or compensation due to capacity, inclement weather or special events, to ensure safety, security or order, or if we consider that the circumstances so require.

Hand stamp and ticket stub is required for re-entry.

Thank you,
Oklahoma State Fair Management

Admission Discount Days

Thursday, September 13:
Opening Day – $2 admission

Monday, September 17:
School Kids’ Day – FREE admission for all kids thru grade 12

Tuesday, September 18:
Super Saver Tuesday – $3 admission

OR

Armed Forces’ Day – FREE admission for Armed Forces personnel and spouses
I.D. Required.

Wednesday, September 19:
Senior Citizens’ Day
– FREE admission for Senior Citizens 55+
I.D. Required.

Jim Norick Arena

The Arena Box Office is located on the south east side of the Jim Norick Arena.

Thru September 2:
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Monday thru Saturday

September 3 thru September 12:
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. – Monday thru Saturday
Noon to 5:00 p.m. – Sunday

September 13 thru September 23:
9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. – Daily

Parking

There are acres and acres of FREE parking available, located on both the north and south sides of the property. Handicapped parking is available at all outside gates. Paid premium parking is also available for $5.00 per car, per day, accessible from 10th Street and May & Reno Avenues. A Season Parking Pass, good for all eleven days, is available for $25 at the Jim Norick Arena Box Office. Any paid parking prior to the purchase of a Season Parking Pass is not refundable.

  • FREE Parking is available outside: Gates 1,2,5,6,9, and 10
  • Permit/Paid Parking is available for $5 outside: Gates 5,6,9, and 10

MidFirst Trams

Want to scope out the Fair and give your tired feet a break? Hop on board one of the FREE MidFirst Trams!

  • Trams operate daily beginning at 10:00 a.m.
  • On Wednesday, September 19, trams will start running at 8:00 a.m.

This page updated September 7, 2012