2013 State Fair operating hours

Friday, September 27: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, September 28: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, September 29: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Monday, September 30: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Tuesday, October 1: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Wednesday, October 2: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Thursday, October 3: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday, October 4: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Saturday, October 5: 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday, October 6: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Note: These are the box office and building hours only; rides will continue to operate for a minimum of one hour after the box office closes, or longer at the discretion of fair management.

The State Fair of Virginia offers something for everyone in the family, and so does our admission pricing! Children 4 and younger are admitted free, and there’s special ticket pricing for youth, seniors and active-duty military guests.

Adults – $15

Children 5 to 12 – $10

Children 4 and younger – Free

Note: Ride tickets and unlimited ride wristbands not included in admission price.

Adults – $12

Children 5 to 12 – $8

Children 4 and younger – Free

Farm Bureau members – Get coupons good for a $4 discount on adult admissions for Monday through Thursday at your (Virginia) county Farm Bureau office.

Note: Ride tickets and unlimited ride wristbands not included in admission price.

On Wednesday, Oct. 2, enlisted personnel in uniform who present a military ID will receive free admission (All other members of party must pay regular price).

Monday through Thursday – $8

Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays – $10

2 adult tickets, 2 children’s tickets and 2 unlimited ride wristbands – $68 (Advance sales only)

$30 (Does not include ride wristbands)