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Alaska State Fair

August 21 - September 7, 2026

Fair Menu

Transportation to the Fair

Getting Here

Fuel up the car, grab your favorite people, and let the good times roll—Fair season is calling!

How to enter the Alaska State Fair

There are three main parking lots: Red, Yellow and Purple.

Parking

There are different traffic patterns for:

Weekdays
(Monday, Thursday and Friday)

Weekend
(Saturday – Sunday)

Drop Off

Want to drop off or pick up a fairgoer? Use our convenient Green Gate access!

This is also the best place to drop off and pick up disabled passengers, and is the location for Will Call tickets.

Fairtime & Drop-Off Traffic Pattern Map

Tow-Away Zones

For pedestrian safety, parking on the Glenn Highway or right-of-way by the fairgrounds is not allowed. These areas will be closed off and clearly marked “no parking.” Any vehicles parked there will be towed.

Fairtime & Drop-Off Traffic Pattern Map

Limited On Grounds Premier Parking Permits Available