Ready to head to the fair? The 120th annual Arapahoe County Fair returns to the fairgrounds in Aurora from Thursday, July 23 through Sunday, July 26, 2026. Here is a quick guide to help you plan your trip.

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Fair Hours & Daily Highlights – View The Full Schedule

The gates open at the following times, offering plenty of time to explore the midway, exhibits, and shows:

• Thursday, July 23: 4 PM – Midnight (Carnival opens at 4:00 PM)
• Friday, July 24: 11 AM – Midnight (America 250 – Colorado 150 Drone Show & NSPA Tractor Pull)
• Saturday, July 25: 11 AM – Midnight (America 250 – Colorado 150 Drone Show & CPRA Rodeo)
• Sunday, July 26: 11 AM– 10:30 PM (CPRA Rodeo)

All-Inclusive Ticket Info – Purchase Pre-Order Tickets

General admission tickets are $30 (plus a $4 online convenience fee). Children under 36 inches tall get in completely free. Your single gate ticket gives you an all-access pass to the fair’s best features, including:

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• Unlimited Carnival Rides
• Free Parking
• Pro Rodeo Sessions & Tractor Pulls
• Nightly Drone Light Shows (Friday and Saturday at 9:30 p.m.)
• Concerts and Stage Entertainment

Buy Tickets Online

Skip the long lines at the gate and buy your tickets ahead of time. You can save your digital receipt or print your confirmation to scan right at the entrance.

Get Your Tickets: To secure your spot and check out the full daily schedule, visit the official Arapahoe County Fair Ticket Page.

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