The arizona state fair does not feature an onsite campground, but guests can plan to camp nearby. Visitors guide to the arizona state fair in phoenix. Maricopa county fair the largest county fair in phoenix. Portable panels for stock pens were borrowed from the arizona state fairgrounds in phoenix for that fair and for many years afterwards. And lots of folks are asking about tonights concert, but there is no show scheduled for saturday night. Arizona exposition and state fair board board arizona. This state venue has been a gathering place for decades. With great amenities and rooms for every budget, compare and book. Wednesday through friday the arizona state fair opens at noon. If you are traveling to phoenix for a conference or event check out the most useful flight deals to phoenixs airports and airports serving arizona state fair. Dont miss your opportunity to join the agciting times. The arizona state fair is considered one of the top five state fairs in the country and draws well. For 2020, the sale is located in the fairgrounds ag center at 17th avenue and mcdowell road in phoenix. The 64th annual vnsa book sale will be held on february 8 and 9, 2020 at the arizona state fairgrounds ag center building located at 1826 west mcdowell road in phoenix, arizona.
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Afa was formed in 1977 with 22 member fairsthe first convention was held in 1978. Annual used book sale hits arizona state fairgrounds. The arizona state fair, the latest book by phoenix author and historic preservation activist, g. Encanto parking gate monte vista parking gate mcdowell parking gate from i10 w take exit. Shoppers for the vnsa used book sale may line up outside the ag center building beginning on friday, february, 2020. Featuring professional midway rides and games by ray cammack shows, unique fair foods, livestock and animal attractions, national headline and local entertainment, special shopping vendors, and. The 2021 vnsa used book sale will be held february and 14 at the arizona state fairgrounds. Having a project animal is an excellent way to learn about farming, agriculture, finances, responsibility and showmanship. The state fairgrounds occupy 80 acres in the heart of phoenix, and neighborhoods listed on the national register of. Mcdowell road, phoenix az, 85007 n s w e i ii monte vista rd. As a matteroffact its been an entertainment spot even before arizona was a state.
Tips, tricks and advice for shopping at the book sale, plus rare finds, maps and faqs. There are new shows, exhibits, rides and, of course, caloriepacked. Vnsa used book sale arizona state fairgrounds ag bldg. It was used as the territorial fair until 1911, then 1912 it switched over to. The arizona state fair and the maricopa county fair are the most wellknown occupants of the arizona state fairgrounds the arizona veterans memorial coliseum is located on that property, and there are some concerts, sporting events and trade shows held there even when theres no fair in session. The parking lots below are the only official arizona exposition and state fair parking locations. If you want to park your rv, enjoy the scenery, and do some grilling, there are several locations in the vicinity of the fairgrounds. It was a territory fair before arizona was a state. For over a century, the arizona state fair has been a gathering place for residents from the far corners of the state. The fairgrounds also hosts the arizona state fair every fall as well as the maricopa county fair. The arizona state fair and the maricopa county fair are the most wellknown occupants of the arizona state fairgrounds. Donate your books all year and shop the used book sale the second weekend in february at the arizona state fairgrounds.
View all attractions near arizona state fair on tripadvisor. The maricopa county fair is held annualy at the arizona state fairgrounds. George, chronicles the history of arizonas state fair from its origins as a territorial fair in 1884, through the early days of arizonas statehood, up to the present day. Book lovers will flood the sale this weekend which has moved locations this year. Arizona state fair phoenix 2020 all you need to know. The arizona state fair is the states largest festival, attracting over 1 million guests annually to rank as the 3rd highest attended state fair in the country and in the top 15 of north american fairs. Functionthe board manages the 96acre state fairgrounds and memorial coliseum property, located at 19th avenue and mcdowell in phoenix and conducts the annual arizona state fair. Catch a concert, watch a monster truck show, enter the talent contest, or enjoy the sights from the top of the giant ferris wheel. Arizona state fair 2020, an event in phoenix, arizona. This is the last weekend to visit the arizona state fair at the arizona state fairgrounds, 1826 w.
The arizona veterans memorial coliseum is located on that property, and there are some concerts, sporting events and trade shows held there even when theres no fair in session. Proceeds from the sale stay local, benefitting the literacy volunteers of maricopa county and arizona friends of foster children foundation. Now with over a million guests each year, we welcome you to indulge all your senses at arizonas original playground. This is the best time of year to enjoy arizonas most popular event. Arizona state fair closes for the day due to weather. When promotional offers from the arizona state fair become available, you will find them on their homepage.
Miss arizona state fair posses with two bears at the arizona state fair on october 31, 1969. Thefairfeatures the largest county fair carnival in phoenix with over 35 rides. Arizona state fairgrounds central phoenix attractions. Did you know the fairgrounds has been hosting the annual event since 1905. The 2020 arizona state fair is here october 8th through november 1st. The dates for the 3rd arizona state fair are october 528, 2018. From the beach boys and brian white, arizona state fairgrounds has been the venue of choice for well known musicians and bands. Book fair phoenix is going to be organised at arizona state fair, phoenix, usa from 08 feb 2020 to 09 feb 2020 this expo is going to be a 2 day event. The diverse and glorious story of the arizona state fair is vividly portrayed here with images from the territorial days to the present. Arizona fairs association looking for a fair in arizona. Food offerings include unique items like stevesflaming hot turkey legs, deep. The arizona state fair is an annual state fair, held at arizona state fairgrounds. Each holiday season the lights of the worlds displays comes to the fairgrounds and memorial coliseum. In 1966, the verde valley fair association was reorganized and the verde valley fair was moved to the fairgrounds.
See 364 photos and 36 tips from 4584 visitors to arizona state fair. However, despite the big performers, arizona state fairgrounds is best known for more. Guests come here to enjoy the richness and diversity of communities, to honor the past, celebrate the current and explore the future. Arizona state fairgrounds procedure for those who wish to lineup early for entrance on saturday, february, 2021 policy established by fairgrounds in 2017. The annual arizona state fair in phoenix is a state celebration filled with livestock, entertainment and attractions that provide several days of fun for the whole family.
Arizona state fairgrounds hosts numerous events every year, including the state fair. Hotels near arizona state fairgrounds, arizona in az. Arizona state fair parking find reserved parking near. The youth livestock shows and small stock shows at the maricopa county fair are some of the best in the state. You can find more coupon codes and promotions from the arizona state fair at. The arizona exposition and state fair official name is a self. Kayak searches the web to find you the closest hotels to arizona state fair. Book online and save on guaranteed reserved parking near arizona state fair. Today, our organization represents 20 fairs from around the great state of arizona, and dozens of associate members from allied fields.
See whos going to arizona state fair 2020 in phoenix, az. Jack bell, assistant executive director of the arizona state fair, surveys an historic building at the arizona state fair grounds that was scheduled to be razed on july 16, 2014, in phoenix, but. See whos going to maricopa county fair 2020 in phoenix, az. Arizona state fair october 2020 dates not updated event promoter has not updated for this year, last years event was october 4 27, 2019 phoenix, az 85007. If you need help finding a hotel that is still open, call us at 18009164526. All the shows at the maricopa county fair are free. Phoenix 3tvcbs 5 the annual vnsa used book sale is hitting the arizona state fairgrounds this weekend. Arizonans have been meeting and making memories at the arizona state fair for more than 100 years. Scroll down to the discounts link at the bottom of the page to find all kinds of offers from parking coupons to buy one get one free deals on tickets. The arizona territorial fair commission, the predecessor of the arizona exposition and state fair board, was authorized in 1905. Mcdowell gate 17th ave and mcdowell rd this will be the entrance for banner health drivethru testing. Two big tents were rented out of phoenix and put up for shelter. Arizona state fair is the best time of year to enjoy arizonas most popular event arizona state fair is the premier regional state fair related to agriculture industry which is set to start on 04 october 2019, friday in phoenix, az, united states, and organized by arizona exposition and state fair. It features all the major attractions one would expect at an american fair including over 35 dazzling and exhilarating carnival rides, livestock shows and a rodeo.
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