We have handicap parking spaces on Park, Royal, and Maple Streets for people who have state-issued handicap parking stickers in the window of their car. Go to the Maps page for a map of the fairgrounds.

There are various parking areas that are more expensive the closer you are to the gates. For those who park further away, there are two free trams that drop-off at the Main Entrance on Park Street. View the Route Map here.

Gates open at 8 am; however, buildings, barns, vendors and concessionaires do not open until 10 am. For carnival hours, please see the carnival section on this page.

Gate Ticket Booths, the Grandstand Event Ticket Office, Butler Amusement Carnival kiosks and many vendors and concessionaires accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. There are a few concessionaires that are cash only. Absolutely no checks.

No, we do not.

We have a Community Free Stage for local performers. Contact Rhonda Robinson at hisheartbeat@cableone.net or (208) 317-3217.

The 2024 parade is on Saturday, August 30, at 10 am. It runs down Shilling Avenue from the corner of Rich Street to Alice Street. You can view the Parade route by clicking here.

Check with the Security booth found directly behind the Main Office.

There are four First Aid Stations: across from the Beef Show Arena, near the Race Horse stalls, by the tunnel from the Carnival towards West Events, and next to the Event Ticket Office building. You can find their locations on the Fair Map.

Yes, security members are stationed in the building directly behind the Main Office and patrol the grounds throughout the day and night.

Advanced audio or video recording equipment is prohibited, unless a person has a media pass. Basic cameras are welcome unless otherwise restricted by the artist. Go to Tickets to purchase your event tickets.

With a deposit of $25, you can rent a wheelchair or stroller for the day. Upon return of wheelchair or stroller, you will receive $10 back. Limited amount available. CASH ONLY. Located by the Main Gate inside Gate #2.

The trams run from 10 am to 11 pm daily. View the Route Map here.

Adult 12 & Up – $9

Child 6-11 – $5

5 & Under – Free

Senior 65 & Up – $7

You can purchase gate tickets in advance for EVERYONE! Tickets will be delivered via email, and you can present the tickets on your phone! Buy tickets now!! **Remember, your Grandstand Night Event tickets INCLUDE admission to the Fair!

Yes, for details about quantities and pricing, call (208)785-2480 Ext. 107 or email tickets@funatthefair.com

Yes, if you are entering the Fair, even just for lunch, you must have a gate ticket!

We have partnered up with Channel 8 and Channel 3 to offer you discounted adult gate tickets on Wednesday and Thursday during the Fair! On Wednesday, bring a canned food item before 1 pm to get $6 adult gate admission. On Thursday, bring a new school supply before 1 pm to get $6 adult gate admission. To receive the discount, you must have one item/supply per person.

Pepsi wristband days are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Pepsi Wristbands are $32 and include gate admission and unlimited rides at the carnival for one of the three listed days. Pepsi Wristbands can be purchased in advance (prior to the first day of the Fair) online or at the Event Ticket Office (208)785-2480, Ext. 107.  During the Fair, Pepsi Wristbands can be purchased on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday at the Gate Ticket Booths. Remember, the Pepsi Wristband includes admission to the Fair, so do not purchase additional gate tickets!

Carnival Wristbands are offered every day of the Fair. Carnival Wristbands include unlimited rides at the carnival for one day, but do NOT include gate admission. Carnival wristbands can be purchased in advance (prior to the first day of the Fair) for a discounted price of $30! You can purchase in advance online or at the Event Ticket Office (208)785-2480, Ext. 107. During the Fair, Carnival Wristbands can be purchased in the Carnival for $37.

The Carnival opens at different times each day and closes around 11 pm each night. Following are the times the carnival opens each day:

• Friday, August 30 @ Noon
• Saturday, August 31 @ Noon
• Sunday, September 1 @ 1 pm
• Monday, September 2 @ 11 am
• Tuesday, September 3 @ 1 pm
• Wednesday, September 4 @ 1 pm
• Thursday, September 5 @ 1 pm
• Friday, September 6 @ Noon
• Saturday, September 7 @ Noon