INFORMATION
WASH YOUR HANDS When visiting animals, we strongly urge you to wash your hands at available hand washing stations, in restrooms located in each of our buildings, in the Birthing Pavilion and at select grounds attractions. This will help stop the spread of potential disease. AC, SHADE AND SEATING Shade and seating are available across the grounds - look for canopies. Most buildings have air conditioning and large ceiling fans. PETS Pets, except for service & show, are not allowed on the fairgrounds. PUMP & PANTRY C-STORE Pump & Pantry C-Store, at the main intersection, sells sundries such as snacks, aspirin, bandages, sunscreen, safety pins, water and all sorts of stuff families might forget. WEAPONS Guns, knives or other weapons are strictly prohibited on the fairgrounds. ALCOHOL To safeguard exhibitors, livestock and the public, the Nebraska State Liquor Control Commission Laws will be enforced. ONLY alcohol procured at a Nebraska State Fair licensed location is permitted. NO outside alcohol is allowed to be brought onto the Fairgrounds. No one under the age of 21 is permitted to consume or possess alcoholic beverages. Excessive use of alcohol will not be tolerated. State Fair Authority including Staff, Security, and the Nebraska State Patrol may be called if necessary. Walk around beverage consumption is available only when an ID Checked Adult (age 21 or over) is wearing the appropriate daily issued wristband, on the correct wrist, and when the Adult has the beverage in State Fair approved cup or koozie. SMOKING/VAPING In accordance with the 2008 Nebraska Clean Indoor Air Act, smoking and vaping are prohibited in all buildings. In ad - dition, please refrain from smoking or vaping in the Family Fun Zone or TD Landing, and within 20 feet of any building entrances. TOWING Towed vehicle services are provided by Kramer’s Wrecker Service. They also help with flat tires and vehicle troubles at no- cost to the fair pedestrian. Kramers Wrecker (308) 384-1116. PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEOGRAPHY By entering the fairgrounds you hereby consent to the reproduction and use of your photograph, image, voice or a reproduction thereof, either in whole or in part for any and all advertising, promotional and publicity purposes without limitation or reservation. PERSONAL RISK Fairgoers entering the Nebraska State Fair do so at their own risk.
PARKING Free parking all day, every day. General parking will be available: • West Lots, enter from South Locust Street onto State Fair Blvd • East of the fairgrounds, enter from Stuhr Road OFF-SITE PARKING LOCATIONS There are two off-site parking locations throughout Grand Island that offer free shuttle service to and from the Fair. Shuttles run 10 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. Aug. 25, 27-31. Shuttles depart off-site locations on the hour and from the fairgrounds on the half hour. Shuttle Locations include: • Central Community College • Sam’s Club WADE SHOWS CARNIVAL Hours: • Monday - Friday: 1 p.m. - 11 p.m. • Saturday - Sunday: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. • Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Closing times may vary due to weather conditions, attendance and other circumstances. Prices: • Carnival wristbands through Aug. 22: $30 (good any one day) • Carnival wristbands beginning Aug. 23: • Weekday (Monday-Thursday, excluding Labor Day): $37 • Weekend (Friday-Sunday, Labor Day): $42 • Single ride tickets are 5 for $6 or 25 for $25 or 55 for $50; rides require 3-5 tickets EMERGENCY SERVICES If life-threatening, dial 911. For all other assistance, look for help from any patrol officer, staff member or volunteer. FIRST AID SERVICE For minor first aid services, Bryan Health First Aid Stations are located at the north end of the Sam’s Club Welcome Center A small number of scooters and wheelchairs will be held on a first come, first served basis. Reservations are recommended by calling (712) 938-2029. Scooters and wheelchairs will be available for pick-up at the main and north entrances to the fairgrounds. Wheelchairs and scooters must be returned 20 minutes after exhibitors close at 9 p.m. MOM’S NURSING LOUNGE next to security and Food Pod 7. SCOOTERS AND WHEELCHAIRS The Mom’s Nursing Lounge at the Sam’s Club Welcome Center offers a private, climate controlled area for moms and their babies. Educational information will also be available. TRAM SERVICE Courtesy transportation, via tractor-drawn tram, is provided on the fairgrounds. Trams on the fairgrounds are free sponsored by Aurora Coop. See map at center of book for route. ATMS Ready cash may be obtained from ATMs located throughout the fairgrounds. See map at center of books for locations. ATMs are provided by Pinnacle Bank, Five Points Bank and Pump and Pantry.
HOURS Gates Open daily, 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, Gates Open 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Welcome Center follows gate hours.
BUILDING HOURS PINNACLE BANK EXPO CENTER
Friday, Aug. 23 - Sunday, Aug. 25: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26 - Saturday, Aug. 31: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday, Sept. 1: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
NEBRASKA BUILDING Friday, Aug. 23 - 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 24 - Sunday, Aug. 25: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 27 - Wednesday, Aug. 28 | 9 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 29- Sunday, Sept. 1: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2: 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. 4-H AND FFA BUILDING & BOSSELMAN CONFERENCE CENTER Friday, Aug. 23 - Sunday, Sept. 1: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. LOW SENSORY ROOM Friday, Aug. 23 - Sunday, Sept. 1: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
DAILY GATE ADMISSION Ages 5 and under: Free
Children (6-12): $6 Adults (13-59): $12 Seniors (60+): $6 Tuesday: $3
TICKETS Gate passes, carnival tickets and event tickets are all available ahead of Fair at statefair.org or the State Fair Box Office in the Nebraska Building.. During Fair, guests can purchase gate admission at the gate and carnival tickets at the Wade Shows carnival. INFORMATION KIOSKS Visit volunteers at any of our info kiosks - ask them just about anything! Presented by Chief Industries. NEBRASKA STATE FAIR VOLUNTEERS You can’t miss the many volunteers around the Fair: They all wear bright yellow shirts. They are on grounds to help and answer questions. Take a second to thank them! If you’d like to volunteer, you can sign up at statefairvolunteer.org before August 23. BIKE RACKS Bike Racks are east of the 4-H/FFA Fieldhouse on Fonner Park Road. Bring your own lock. Can be accessed from Gate 6 all day, every day. RESTROOMS Restrooms are located throughout the grounds. Restrooms inside buildings are only available during respective building hours. Please wash your hands often with hot water and soap, especially after petting animals.
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Nebraska State Fair | August 23 - September 2, 2024
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