Regular Carnival Tickets
Carnival tickets can be purchased at the fair for your convenience.
Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristband
- $35 weekday (M-F)
- $45 weekend (Sat-Sun)
- $25 Fair Finale Sunday
Family Packs
- 5 tickets for $7
- 30 tickets for $35
- 50 tickets for $50 (includes a value book, provided by Wade Shows, good for concession/game incentives/coupons – $30-$40 value)
Carnival Deals
Buy Advance Carnival Tickets Early and Save!
$25 Advance Unlimited Ride Carnival Wristband
- Good for one day of unlimited carnival rides; Savings of up to $15
- Sold July – Aug 7; Available online (through Wade Shows).
$37 Advance Unlimited Daily Deal
- Good for one day of unlimited carnival rides & adult admission; savings up of to $16
- Sold July – Aug 7; Available at Break Time Convenience Stores, Bomgaars, Family Center Farm & Home Stores & online (through Wade Shows). Please check back for store lists and link closer to July.
Carnival Coupons/Deals
Military Coupon – $5 off unlimited carnival ride wristband for military & immediate family, purchased at the Fair, Aug 11 only, with coupon available at admission gate
Missouri Farm Bureau Coupon – $5 off unlimited carnival ride wristband, purchased at the Fair, Aug 12 only, with coupon from Missouri County Farm Bureau Offices
$2 Tuesday – most carnival rides $2 all day, Tuesday, Aug 13 only, some exclusions may apply
Thrifty Thursday – $25 Unlimited Carnival Ride Wristband (savings of $10), Thursday, Aug 15 only
Rural Missouri – $5 off unlimited carnival ride wristband, Aug 16 (Missouri Electric Cooperatives Day) only, with coupon available in Rural Missouri Magazine
Sensory-Friendly Time on the Carnival Midway
Center for Human Services is sponsoring Sensory-Friendly Time on the Carnival Midway, from noon to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15. The sensory-friendly time is offered in partnership with Wade Shows, the Fair’s carnival operator.
During the sensory-friendly time, music and lights will be turned off on rides and microphone speakers for games will be at a lower volume. Those needing assistance may be required to have a parent or guardian sign an assumption of risk. Fairgoers are encouraged to observe each ride in operation at least one full cycle before riding to be sure they can ride safely and comfortably. All fairgoers are welcome on the carnival midway during sensory-friendly time.
Carnival Midway Hours
Carnival opens*:
- Monday – Friday by noon
- Saturday & Sunday by 11 am
Carnival closes*:
- Monday – Friday at approximately 11 pm
- Saturday & Sunday at approximately midnight
*Both opening and closing times are at the Carnival company’s discretion and depending on weather, crowds or extenuating circumstances.
Carnival Wristbands Purchased at the Fair
Monday – Thursday & Sunday sold until 9 pm
Friday & Saturday sold until 9:30 pm
Wristbands are valid only on the day of sale (no refunds) and are sold at the Carnival company’s discretion and depending on weather, crowds or extenuating circumstances
Daily Schedules
Discover new events and specials every day!
Events will be added as they are confirmed. Comprehensive schedules will be available closer to Fair time.
Carnival Rides
Wade Shows, Inc. is the carnival operator of the Missouri State Fair. Visit their website for more information about carnival rides and height requirements.
Carnival Safety
The Missouri State Fair (MSF) takes seriously the safety of the fairgoing public. MSF complies with all regulations established by Missouri Department of Public Safety and welcomes their inspectors on the carnival midway. Regulations can be found dfs.dps.mo.gov.
In addition to meeting required safety regulations, the MSF also requires that a third party, nationally certified carnival ride inspector is on the Fairgrounds throughout the entire Fair overseeing ride safety.