By the Numbers
Held each September at the Puyallup fairgrounds, the Washington State Fair drew about 912,000 visitors over its 20-day run in 2024, according to organizers — one of the largest fairs in the country. Running since 1900, it's the anchor event of Washington's fair calendar.
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Buy tickets online in advance for discounts, go on a weekday to avoid peak crowds, and budget extra time for the food — the cinnamon rolls and scones alone are worth the trip.
Highlights
World-class livestock competitions, nationally touring concert acts, spectacular carnival rides, a massive exhibit hall, agricultural displays, and the legendary Puyallup Fair food including the famous Fisher Scones make every visit unforgettable.
Washington State Fair Overview
The Washington State Fair, based in Puyallup, — the Puyallup Fair — is the largest fair in Washington State and one of the largest in the nation, drawing over a million visitors each September. It began in 1900 and has stayed a fixture of Washington agricultural life for more than a century. For over a century, 'the Fair' has been a beloved rite of autumn for generations of Pacific Northwest families.
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