Pima County Fair Makes a Festive Comeback with Thrilling Rides, Live Music & Exciting Surprises!

The Pima County Fair has officially kicked off its 2025 season, offering a vibrant array of attractions, from exhilarating carnival rides to delectable treats like cotton candy and cow-themed cupcakes. Beyond the usual fair fare, visitors can also enjoy art exhibitions and livestock auctions.

Running from Thursday until Sunday, April 27, the fair opens its gates at 3 p.m. on weekdays and at 11 a.m. over the weekend. General admission is priced at $12, with discounts available for military personnel and seniors aged 55 and older ($8), and children aged 6 to 10 ($6). Children 5 and under can enter for free, while parking costs $8.

Attendees should be cautious, as indulging in fried foods and thrill rides can quickly add up. Here are some tips for maximizing your fun while saving money:

• Attend wristband night, but arrive early to avoid long lines. For $40, you can enjoy unlimited rides, and if you bring along a 20-ounce Pepsi product, you’ll receive a coupon for $5 off the wristband price. Wristband nights are available on Wednesday and Thursday, with an additional bonus Wristband Day on Easter Sunday.

If you’re eager to save more, bring two cans of food for the Community Food Bank to gain free entry before noon on Sunday mornings. Additionally, admission drops to $7 on Monday, April 22, with free ferris wheel rides for seniors.

On Tuesday, April 23, carnival rides are offered at just $3 until 6 p.m. Throughout the week, the fair features an exciting lineup of nightly concerts across various genres. For an extra $25, attendees can upgrade to VIP concert access.

The concert schedule includes popular acts such as:

• Saturday, April 19: Warrant at 6 p.m. and Clay Walker at 8 p.m.
• Sunday, April 20: Ying Yang Twins and others at 7:30 p.m.
• Monday, April 21: The music of Abba at 7:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, April 22: Tribute to Selena at 7:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, April 23: Switchfoot at 7:30 p.m.
• Thursday, April 24: Hip-hop night featuring E-40 and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony at 8 p.m.
• Friday, April 25: Xzibit at 7:30 p.m. and Sevendust at 8 p.m.
• Saturday, April 26: Brothers Osborne at 8 p.m.
• Sunday, April 27: Majestad La Brissa at 5:30 p.m. and Luis Angel at 7:30 p.m.

For additional details and updates, check the fair’s website.