Special Days

Arizona State Fair
Second Annual
5k Fun Run/Walk • Oct. 23
Registration information coming soon on www.active.com.

Governor's Office of Highway Safety Public Safety Days • Oct. 29 & 30
More than 30 statewide safety organizations gather in the Arizona Lottery Backyard to share their tips to make home, vehicle and life more secure.

Senior Day • Oct. 27
Celebrate Arizona’s seniors and their special talents, contributions and unique flair. Admission for seniors is just $2 on Senior Day.

Armed Forces Day • Nov. 4
A day in honor of America's active duty personnel, veterans, reservists, and retired military personnel and their families. The Fair supports our troops by offering free admission on Friday, Nov. 4.  Entrance is through the Encanto admission gate with valid military ID.

Celebrate the Arizona Experience Weekend
Oct. 22 & 23
Arizona’s Fairtime Birthday Bash – You’re invited to a 2-day celebration of 100 years of Arizona’s heritage and history!  Family festivities feature VIP appearances, historical and educational exhibits, activities, and exciting entertainment, all part of the Fair Centennial Celebration, Passport to Culture and Wine Competition & Tasting events in the Arizona Lottery Backyard on Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23.  Get your party hats ready!

Are you an avid collector of all things Arizona? We're looking for unique memorabilia specifically featuring Arizona for our Centennial Celebration. So if you have a unique piece or pieces of Arizona history, showcase it to our fairgoers:

Arizona Memorabilia.pdf

Passport to Culture • Oct. 22 & 23 
A celebration of everything Arizona featuring cultural performances and local Chambers of Commerce.

Arizona State Fair Sale of Champions • Oct. 30
An auction of prize-winning animals raised by Arizona’s youth; many of whom participate in 4-H and FFA programs statewide. The auction encourages youth to continue the pursuit of agriculture education. See it in the Agriculture Center.

Infomation subject to change without notice.