Greater Baton Rouge State Fair

What Sets It Apart

The Greater Baton Rouge State Fair drew nearly 36,000 paid visitors over its 11-day run in 2025, according to Fair President Cliff Barton — a smaller, more precisely-counted figure than the fair's "best attended in history" claim of over 100,000 in 2021. Running since 1965.

Planning Your Visit

Located at 16072 Airline Hwy in Baton Rouge. The 11-day run spans two weekends, offering multiple opportunities to visit. Baton Rouge is Louisiana's capital city with significant Civil War history, LSU campus, and a vibrant food scene.

Fair Highlights

Carnival rides and midway games, live entertainment, commercial and craft vendors, agricultural exhibits, food vendors, and community programming. The fair's mission-driven model — returning all proceeds to the community — sets it apart from purely commercial carnival events.

A Closer Look

The Greater Baton Rouge State Fair is a 61-year community tradition serving the greater Baton Rouge metro area with 11 days of entertainment, rides, food, and agricultural exhibitions each late October through early November. Founded in 1965, it has grown into a beloved annual event for the region. All proceeds are donated back into the community through grants, scholarships, and sponsorships — with total donations approaching $5 million.

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