DES MOINES, IA (06/27/2013)(readMedia)-- "Nothing Compares" to affordable family entertainment at the Iowa State Fair, August 8-18. For Fairgoers planning ahead, the State Fair Ticket Office will open July 8 and is offering discounted tickets on admission, rides and more.
Advance Admission
Save nearly 30 percent off gate admission with advance admission tickets, on sale through August 7, while supplies last. Adult admission tickets are just $8 in advance (regularly $11), and children's admission tickets are only $4 in advance (regularly $5). Fairgoers can print advance admission tickets at home when purchasing them online at iowastatefair.org. This fee-free option is easy and convenient. Tickets may also be purchased at participating Hy-Vee and Hy-Vee Drugstores, Dahl's Foods and Fareway Stores. Tickets are good any one Fair day. Children ages 5 and under are admitted free every day.
Fairgoers can enjoy an even bigger benefit when buying early: advance admission tickets have a coupon for a free small Potato Olé® at participating Iowa-area Taco John's. Coupon expires 9/30/13. See store for details.
Fair Play Packs
These value-packed kits, including special deals on admission, food and select rides, are perfect for employee incentives or Fair-loving families! Fair Play Packs are available at the State Fair Ticket Office, beginning July 8, or online at iowastatefair.org (a five percent processing fee applies). Visit iowastatefair.org for details. Must be purchased by August 7. Available while supplies last.
Punch Cards
Buy a convenient Punch Card with 11 days of adult Fair admission for just $88. Each punch is good for one admission to the Fair. Cards may be used by individuals or families. Punch Cards may only be purchased through the State Fair Ticket Office, beginning July 8, or online at iowastatefair.org (a five percent processing fee applies). Must be purchased by August 7. Available while supplies last.
Zipline Tickets
Buy two Zipline tickets for $10 and save $4. Riders must weigh between 50 and 250 lbs. Available at the State Fair Ticket Office, beginning July 8, or online at iowastatefair.org (a five percent processing fee applies). Must be purchased by August 7. Available while supplies last.
Midway Savings
Save on the Midway with a Midway Pack, a set of five Midway ride tickets for only $14. Each ticket is good for one ride. Available at the State Fair Ticket Office, beginning July 8, or online at iowastatefair.org (a five percent processing fee applies). Midway Mega Passes, good for unlimited rides any one Fair day, are also available. Visit iowastatefair.org for details. Fair admission must be purchased separately. Must be purchased by August 7. Available while supplies last.
Food Tickets
Buy a set of five $1 food tickets good for food or beverage purchase at any Fairgrounds concession, excluding the Midway. Cost is $5 per set, and they may be purchased through the State Fair Ticket Office, beginning July 8, or online at iowastatefair.org (a five percent processing fee applies). Available while supplies last.
The State Fair Ticket Office, located in the Administration Building on the Fairgrounds, will be open
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays and 9 a.m. to Noon Saturdays beginning July 8. Online orders placed after 4 p.m. on July 26 will not be mailed but will be held at will call. Walk-up orders will be available until August 7. Cash, check, money order, Visa, MasterCard or Discover are accepted. All offers good while supplies last.
"Nothing Compares" to the 2013 Iowa State Fair, August 8-18. The Fairgrounds are located at East 30th and East University Avenue, just 10 minutes east of downtown Des Moines. For more information, call 800/545-FAIR or visit www.iowastatefair.org.
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