One of Tulsa’s favorite fall traditions is almost here! The Tulsa State Fair returns Oct. 1-11, filling Expo Square with 11 days of rides, live music, Fair food, family entertainment and longtime traditions. This year also brings exciting new additions, including a celebration of America’s 250th Birthday and a new way to experience the Midway.
Ride all 11 days
Grab your Mega Ride Pass and enjoy Gate admission and unlimited rides for all 11 days. New this year, the Golden Mega Pass includes all of the perks of a Mega plus Express Ride Access for all 11 days, meaning less time waiting and more time riding.
See some big names on the Oklahoma Stage
This year’s Pepsi Fall Concert Series brings a little bit of everything to the Oklahoma Stage with Waka Flocka Flame, Gin Blossoms, Midnight Star, Neal McCoy, Colt Ford, Drew Baldridge + LANCO, 49 Winchester, Drake White, Ben Fuller, Blake Whiten, Alianza Norteña and Geru y Su Legión 7.
Entertainment around every corner
Throughout the Fairgrounds, visitors can find live shows, competitions, roaming performers and activities for all ages.
Grab the mic at Midway Melodies group karaoke or get creative with hands-on classes and demonstrations at 918 Create. Check the Plan Your Visit feature on the website to see what’s happening each day.
Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday
The Tulsa State Fair joins the nationwide celebration of America’s 250th birthday with Stars, Stripes, and State Fair Nights on Tuesday, Oct. 6.
The celebration will honor active-duty military members, veterans and their families with a Veteran Honor Wall, Freedom Truck Mobile Museum, Colt Ford concert and a red, white, and blue fireworks show. Through GovX, active-duty military members and veterans can also receive $2.50 Gate Admission.
Come hungry
Corn dogs, funnel cakes and other Fair staples will be back along with new creations from vendors for 2026. Keep an eye out for the Awesome Eats contest winners highlighting some of the standout dishes around the Fairgrounds.
Disney On Ice returns
Disney On Ice presents: Jump In! comes to the Pavilion Oct. 1-4 with Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Goofy alongside stories and characters from “Zootopia,” “Inside Out 2,” “Moana 2” and more. A separate Disney On Ice ticket is required and includes Gate Admission to the Tulsa State Fair.
Don’t miss the Fair’s agricultural side
Visit the livestock barns to watch livestock and horse competitions and explore 4-H, FFA and Open Competitive Exhibits showcasing the agricultural traditions at the heart of the Fair.
Take advantage of fair deals
Ford Family Fun Night kicks off the Fair on Thursday, Oct. 1, with $7 Gate Admission using a coupon from a local Ford Dealer and $2 rides during Midway hours. Mazzio’s Ride-A-Thon follows Oct. 5 and Arby’s Ride-A-Thon takes place Oct. 7…