Grandstand tickets do not include Fair admission. To view admission specials visit the Fair Admission page.
Presale for all State Fair tickets starts Tuesday, May 13 at 9 am through Etix. Public on sale for all State Fair tickets starts Tuesday, May 20 at 9 am through Etix. All concert seats are reserved. Convenience charges apply to all tickets.
The Missouri State Fair Box Office opens at noon on June 30 for walk-up orders (while tickets remain).
Box Office Hours
June 30 – Aug. 1: 12 pm – 6 pm (M-F)
Closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day
Aug. 4-6: 9 am – 6 pm
Aug. 7-17: 9 am – 9 pm
Security Policy
For guest safety, prior to entering concerts/events at the State Fair Grandstand, all guests will be screened by hand-held wands, or similar device. Weapons are not permitted. All bags are subject to search. Any prohibited item must be returned to the guest’s vehicle.
Things to Know Before the Show: Learn more about our security policy, prohibited items and more on the Grandstand Event Policies page.