News Summary
The Arizona State Fair is back with exciting attractions and concerts for visitors. Running from September 19 to October 26, fairgoers can enjoy concerts, thrilling rides, diverse foods, and games. Highlights include entertainers like The Format and AJR, alongside events at the Grandstand Arena. With ticket options and special food deals, the fair promises a fantastic experience for families and visitors of all ages.
Phoenix
The 141st Arizona State Fair is set to return, running from September 19 to October 26, 2025. The fair, held at the intersection of 19th Avenue, Grand Avenue, and McDowell Road in Phoenix, will take place on Thursdays through Sundays, enticing visitors with a diverse range of attractions including concerts, rides, food, games, rodeos, racing, and monster trucks.
Concert Lineup Highlights
A major feature of this year’s fair will be the Coliseum Concert Series, hosted at the Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The opening act will be The Format on September 27, marking the band’s first performance together since 2007. Following them, popular pop trio AJR, known for their hits like Bang! and World’s Smallest Violin, will perform on October 3. Other acts include Latin pop band Reik on October 10, country music star Brett Eldredge on October 18, and Grammy Award-winning hip-hop artist 2Chainz, who will close the series on October 24.
Ticket prices for the Coliseum Concert Series range from $53 to $110, providing fair admission included with the concert ticket. In addition, there will be free nightly concerts held at The Backyard stage near the Grandstand Arena, featuring acts such as The Dreamboats and tribute bands Gotcha Covered and Cassie B’s 90s Remix. Families can also enjoy the Cocomelon Sing-a-Long Live on October 4 and 5, with tickets priced between $43 and $79.
Event Schedule and Attractions
The Grandstand Arena will host a range of events, including night Figure 8 races at 7 p.m. during the first two weekends of the fair. Additional special events include the Arizona High School Rodeo Association’s rodeo on October 2, Xtreme Bull Riding on October 4, and the Native American Rodeo scheduled for October 10-11. All shows at the Grandstand Arena will be included with fair admission, adding to the excitement.
Food and Ticket Information
Fairgoers can indulge in a variety of food options, including kettle corn, bacon, crepes, cheeseburgers, tacos, corndogs, hot chicken, and lobster. The September Nights event will run from September 19 to September 28, featuring special deals, performances, and a Dream Pass package offering rides or games.
Ticket prices are structured to accommodate all attendees, with advanced tickets purchased before the fair costing $10.29, while tickets bought on site will be priced at $17.50. Note that tickets are necessary for anyone eight years or older, and rides and games will incur additional costs. Ticket packages are available, such as four tickets for $5, 16 tickets for $20, and 40 tickets for $50. Additionally, wristbands for unlimited rides (excluding the Slingshot attraction) can be purchased for $45 until September 18.
Parking and Transportation
Parking will be available in two designated lots, each charging $15. For those opting for rideshare services, drop-off will be located at the fair entrance on Monte Vista Road and 19th Avenue.
Conclusion
As the Arizona State Fair returns for its 141st year, excitement is building with an array of concerts, thrilling rides, delicious food, and engaging attractions set to delight guests of all ages. Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead for tickets and experience all that the fair has to offer.
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Additional Resources
- KTAR News: Arizona State Fair 2025
- Phoenix New Times: Arizona State Fair 2025 Concerts List
- AZ Central: Arizona State Fair 2025 Concerts
- ABC15: The Format Reuniting for Arizona State Fair Performance
- World Atlas: The Best Summer County Fairs in Arizona
- Wikipedia: Arizona State Fair
- Google Search: Arizona State Fair 2025
- Google Scholar: Arizona State Fair
- Encyclopedia Britannica: State Fair
- Google News: Arizona State Fair 2025
