FAQS

2025 Arapahoe County Fair Hours*
July 24, 2025; 4 p.m.-Midnight
July 25, 2025; 11 a.m.-Midnight
July 26, 2025; 11 a.m.-Midnight
July 27, 2025; 11 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

*Gates close at 11 p.m. on July 24-26th and 9 p.m. on July 27th

Important note: Fair tickets are non-refundable, and the event is held rain or shine. Saturday is the busiest day of the Fair and attendees should know that gates and parking lots may close if capacity limits are reached. No refunds are issued for capacity closures.

You can redeem your ticket two ways.

1) Print your ticket and show it at the gate.
2) Show bar code proof of purchase on a smart phone.

We will not have record of your online purchase at the gate. There is no admittance if you do not have a printed ticket or proof of purchase on your phone.

Most vendors take cash and credit. Mutton' Bustin does require payment by cash or venmo.
ATMs are available on site. Please refer to the Event Map for locations.

Yes. Mutton Bustin' has a $20 entry fee for competition that can be paid by CASH or VENMO. However, you can watch the shows for FREE. Please register in person to compete 45 minutes prior to each show. Not to exceed 50lbs.

Unlimited Carnival Rides, Fireworks, Rodeos, Tractor Pulls, Roaming Entertainment, Petting Farm, Kids Corral, Heritage Hall, Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show, 4-H shows at the livestock pavilion, Main Stage Entertainment, Public Competitions, and More.

*Midway games, Mutton Bustin, Food, and Alcohol are additional cost. Vendors may have items for purchase.

*Boots Not Suits and Pours on the Plains (Craft Brew Festival), are separate ticketed events. Please visit the TICKETS page to purchase.

There is no fee for parking at the Arapahoe County Fair. We strongly encourage carpooling to the Fair.

Handicap and ride share drop-off parking is available.
For questions about vendor, exhibitor, or entertainer parking, please email Fairgrounds@arapahoegov.com

Yes, you can get a ride share service to or from the Fair. Please look for signs that say Ride Share near the main entrance. This location is also where all drop-offs/pickups should occur.

For those with mobility concerns, the ground at the Fairgrounds is uneven. We will work to provide you with accommodations when possible. Please contact our event staff at Fairgrounds@Arapahoegov.com

Arapahoe County follows current guidance from Arapahoe County Public Health for the health and safety of staff and fairgoers to reduce the spread of illness. Guidance is in alignment with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment recommendations.

-Fairgrounds staff and midway ride operators perform regular cleaning of rides, restrooms, and other high-touch surface areas.
-Fairgoers are encouraged to wash hands frequently or apply hand sanitizer (available throughout the Fairgrounds), especially after touching animals and before eating.
-Food vendors must comply with all Arapahoe County Public Health cleaning and sanitization protocols.
-Fairgrounds staff and fairgoers are both encouraged to stay home if not feeling well and consider speaking with their doctors for any testing recommendations.
-We will update this website if there any restrictions in place during the Fair.

1. The 4-H poultry and cattle shows are still being held during the Fair.

2. The Round Robin event on Saturday, July 26 will use stuffed animals instead of live birds.

3. Arapahoe County is following the recommendations and guidance of the Colorado Department of Agriculture and will notify the public of any changes or important updates.

4. Health and safety measures are in place and livestock handlers have been asked to take extra precaution.

5. Public is advised not to feed or touch the animals and wash hands frequently when entering and leaving the 4-H livestock areas.

6. Petting Farm participants are permitted to touch the animals with handwashing encouraged before and after. There will be no poultry or lactating dairy cattle in the Petting Farm.

Important note: Fair tickets are non-refundable, and the event is held rain or shine. Saturday is the busiest day of the Fair and attendees should know that gates and parking lots may close if capacity limits are reached. No refunds are issued for capacity closures. 

Daily Fair tickets are non-refundable. Event is rain or shine.

To ensure the safety of fairgoers severe weather may cause entertainment and rides to temporarily shut down. Once inclement weather has passed, entertainment and rides will resume as approved by Fair management. If you leave the Fair due to inclement weather, you may reenter the Fair with your wristband that same day.

The wristband you redeem will be valid to reenter on the same day you redeem your ticket. If you would like to come back another day, you will have to purchase another entry ticket.

Children must be at least 36" to ride carnival rides. Children under 36" will not have to purchase a ticket to enter the Fair. All fairgoers over this height must purchase a ticket to enter the fair. Children 37" - 42" have limited rides available and some require an adult to accompany them on the ride.
Carnival riding is UNLIMITED!
The carnival is just one feature of the Fair. If you do not wish to ride, we encourage you to enjoy other entertainment offered.

The carnival is just one feature of the Fair. If you do not wish to ride, we encourage you to enjoy our full lineup of entertainment on the Main Stage, Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show, Rodeos, Kids Corral activity area, Toddler Town, 4-H exhibits and shows, Public Competitions, tractor pulls, and so much more!

**Midway Games are an additional cost**

Fair management discourages bringing dogs or pets to the County Fair and associated grounds. Service animals and animals associated with competitors or entertainers are allowed within the Fairgrounds and Event Center.

Food and beverage in a cooler is allowed (no glass containers or alcoholic beverages).
Purses and small backpacks are allowed.
Umbrellas are allowed.
Lawn chairs or stadium/bleacher cushions are allowed.
Be sure to keep all personal items with you, the Fairgrounds is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Please be courteous to others when using an umbrella during a spectator event and do not use lawn chairs in designated handicap areas.

Yes! We recommend two hotels that are close to the Fairgrounds.

Fairfield Inn and Suites- Marriott
https://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/denas-fairfield-inn-and-suites-denver-aurora-parker/

Doubletree- Hilton
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/denitdt-doubletree-denver-aurora/?SEO_id=GMB-DT-DENITDT

The Arapahoe County Fair is organized as a family event and operated for educational purposes to encourage and promote agricultural, horticultural, livestock, and other activities.

Arapahoe County retains control and management of the Arapahoe County Fair and the Fairgrounds at all times, and will have the right at all times to enforce the rules and regulations of any lawful authority relating thereto. Any person violating any of the prohibitions enumerated below or other laws shall not be allowed to remain in the Fairgrounds and may be subject to fine and/or criminal prosecution under Colo.Rev.Stat. § 18-9-101, et seq., including 18-9-110 and 18-9-117.

1. The sale, consumption, or possession of alcohol is prohibited in the Fairgrounds, except where sold by licensed personnel and so long as consumed within the confines of the Fair.

2. Unauthorized carrying or discharging firearms or weapons of any kind is not permitted. Paintball, BB, pellet, air, blowguns, rocket slingshots, crossbows, martial arts weapons, fireworks, and explosives are prohibited on the Fairgrounds.

3. Smoking is prohibited on the Fairgrounds unless in a designated smoking area.

4. No noisemakers or sound-making devices such as whistles or air horns will be permitted on the Fairgrounds.

5. No glass containers may be brought into the Fairgrounds.

6. No pets are allowed into the Fairgrounds with the exception of service animals.

7. No bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, or scooters are allowed within the Fair or associated midway. A bike storage area(s) is provided for visitors who ride to the Arapahoe County Fair.

8. No use or operation of drones or other radio-controlled aircraft on the Fairgrounds, except when pre-approved by Fair Management.

9. No person shall engage in disorderly conduct, fighting, vandalism, illegal activity, or in any other conduct which may be reasonably expected to substantially interfere with the use and employment of the buildings, structures, facilities, or property, or which may otherwise constitute a general nuisance.

10. No person shall engage in foul, obscene, or abusive language or actions.

11. Arapahoe County has the right to eject all persons who fail or refuse to comply with the rules and regulations covering entry to the Fair and use of the Fairgrounds or who otherwise violate any laws, rules, ordinances, or regulations of local, state, or federal government.

12. Motor vehicles must be parked in designated areas.

13. Only Fair golf carts are allowed on the Fairgrounds and operation is restricted in areas of the midway or in pedestrian travel areas during Fair hours of operation.

14. No camping is allowed in the Fairgrounds, except by permit in areas designated by Fair Management.

15. Politicking, campaigning, or circulating of petitions is only permitted within specific area(s) designated by Fair Management.

16. Vendor space must be rented and a valid agreement for the current Arapahoe County Fair must be in place with Fair Management. Solicitation of merchandise, food, or beverage and handing out of fliers, pamphlets or other information is not allowed outside of designated vendor spaces.

17. Staff and volunteers shall not accept or encourage any special considerations, discounts, or free merchandise or food from any of the food or commercial vendors.

18. Arapahoe County will use all reasonable care to ensure the safety of the animals, exhibits, exhibitors, and Fair patrons, but under no circumstances shall Arapahoe County be responsible in any way for any loss or injury to any person exhibiting, assisting with, or attending the Fair.