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August 22 - September 1, 2025

The Colorado State Fair has been a part of Colorado's agricultural history for over 140 years; Colorado is proud to honor that legacy by promoting youth and agriculture. Every year, this event strives to be better than before, and this year is no different. Colorado State Fair has various events on their grounds and in the creative arts building, exhibit halls, fine arts building and the palace of agriculture. In addition, the grounds feature carnival rides.

Crowds, rides and games at the Colorado State Fair, Pueblo, Colorado
Fun for all at the Colorado State Fair Carnival
 

Get ready for nonstop entertainment at one of the largest pro rodeos in the country. Highlights include a livestock and horse show, parades, concerts, art exhibitions, a Fiesta Day, and an electrifying carnival all at the Pueblo Fairgrounds.

Cowboy stands with orange sunset at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, Colorado
Experience the western legacy of the Colorado State Fair
Saddle bronc rider in a PRCA Rodeo at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo, Colorado
A Saddle bronc rider at the PRCA rodeo
 

Some events begin before the Fairgrounds officially open and some attractions stay open later. Food and commercial vendors open for business at 11:00 am.

  • Fairgrounds, Monday-Thursday 12pm-11pm; Friday-Sunday & Labor Day - 10am-11pm
  • Carnival, Monday-Friday - 2pm-midnight; Saturday, Sunday & Labor Day - 12pm-midnight
  • Kiddie Land Carnival Rides, Monday-Thursday 12pm-11pm; Friday-Sunday & Labor Day - 10am-11pm
  • Creative Arts Building, Daily - 10am-10pm
  • Cultural Heritage Center, Daily - 11am-10pm
  • Exhibit halls, Daily - 10am-10pm
  • Fine Arts Building, Daily - 10am-10pm
  • Small Animal Building, Daily - 9am-9pm
  • Palace of Agriculture, Daily - 11am-10pm
  • Agricultural Pavilion, Daily - 10am-9pm

Free attractions include: Wool Warriors Mutton Bustin' at Fountain Park Walkway, Hispanic Art Exhibit at the Cultural Heritage Center, Street Vault at Fountain Park Walkway, Sandscapes Sand Castle exhibit, Cow Butter Sculpture in the Colorado Building, AG-venture & Children's FFA Barnyard & petting zoo in the Agricultural Pavilion.

FIESTA DAY! The Colorado State Fair's Annual Fiesta Day Parade celebration. This year's theme has yet to be announced. The traditional Mariachi Mass in Bessemer Park begins at 8:00 am and the Fiesta Parade begins at 10:00 am on East Abriendo Avenue and travels down Northern Avenue ending on Sprague Avenue. 6 trophies will be awarded to the most outstanding parade entries. Enjoy the display of Mexican bands, costumes, vehicles and the Fiesta Queen and Court!

Directions:
Traveling from the North: I-25 South to Exit 97A (Central Avenue Exit). Go north one block to Northern Avenue. Turn left on Northern Avenue to Prairie Avenue. Turn right on Prairie Avenue and go two blocks to fairgrounds.

Traveling from the South: Take I-25 North to Exit 97A (Central Avenue Exit). Go north one block to Northern Avenue. Turn left on Northern Avenue to Prairie Avenue. Turn right on Prairie Avenue and go two blocks to fairgrounds.

Traveling from the West: Take Highway 50 East to Pueblo Boulevard. Turn right on Pueblo Boulevard to Thatcher Avenue. Turn left on Thatcher Avenue to Prairie Avenue. Turn right on Prairie Avenue and go four blocks to fairgrounds.

Traveling from the East: Take Highway 50 West to 4th Street. On 4th Street go west. Turn left at Santa Fe Avenue. Travel south on Santa Fe Ave. to Northern Avenue. Turn right on Northern Ave. Travel west on Northern Ave. to Prairie Avenue. Turn right on Prairie Ave. Traveling north on Prairie Ave., the fairgrounds will be on your right.

Colorado State Fair, Fairgrounds Map, Pueblo, Colorado
Colorado State Fair Fairgrounds Map, Pueblo, Colorado.

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ALWAYS OPEN - ALWAYS FREE! One of the most genuine WONDERS of our contemporary World. Built entirely by ONE MAN. The Unique gift shop has Bishop Castle mementos and hard to find gifts.
Fort's RV Park
Camping at Fort's offers more golf-able vacation days! Large, level, pull-thru RV sites have tree-shaded patios. Boat, fish, swim at Pueblo Reservoir State Park, 10 miles. In Pueblo, minutes to/from hospital.
Haggard's RV Campground Web page link icon
Haggard's RV campground, on US 50, is between Pueblo and Cañon City. BIG RIG-Friendly: pull-thrus, full hookups, outdoor swimming pool, hot showers, WiFi, gameroom, playground, and mountain views.

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