Helpful hints
Save your carnival receipts. If you get separated from family members, it can be used to track where their ride pass was last used. And, if you lose your ride pass, but have your receipt, it can be used to deactivate the lost pass so you can receive a new one.
Avoid long waits. Bags will be searched, so travel lightly.
Thursdays and weekends are the busiest days. Upgrade your ride purchase by $20 to a "fast pass" on these days to get on the rides faster.
Avoid peak traffic time and lines by arriving at the fair by 2 p.m.
Wanna leave and come back? Get your hand stamped so you don't have to pay again.
Download the app. It's called Pima County Fair Deep Fried Fun and it's free. You'll find all the info you need, including maps, entertainment schedule, featured attractions, discounts and more. You can even use it to find your car at the end of the day.
Need a ride? Go to Guest Services or any of the fair's beer gardens for help getting a cab. Or call VIP Taxi at 300-3000 and get $5 off your cab ride to and from the fairgrounds.
