Buy Early and Save!
SAVE up to 50% off by buying in advance at participating Circle K stores or online.
Tickets on sale Tuesday, September 10th!
Lost Tickets?
If you did not receive an email confirmation, please check your spam/junk folder. To have your tickets re-sent, please click the link below.
If you still do not receive your tickets, a Will Call Booth is located in front of the entrance gates that can re-print your order.
Admission & Ride Prices
Discount Prices (Sept. 10 – Oct. 8) – SAVE up to 50%
Discount priced tickets can be used any one day the fair is open, weekdays or weekends.
Discount Online & Circle K Admission Tickets: $10
During Fair (Oct. 9 – 20)
Discount Online & Circle K: $15 (tickets can be used any one day the fair is open, weekdays or weekends)
At The Gate:
- General Admission (ages 6-54): $20
- 0-5 years old: Free
- Seniors (55 and older): $15 ($5 on Wed., Oct. 16)
Find out more information regarding our Youth Admission and Clear Bag Policies.
Special Admission Deals
Oct. 9, Opening Day: $5 admission at the gate
Lunch Bunch: $20
- Credit and Debit Cards (Visa/MasterCard) or Cash accepted
- Monday – Friday, 12pm – 2pm
- Leave by 2pm and get your $20 back
- No Readmission
- Not available opening day (Oct. 9)
Ride vouchers are purchased online or at Circle K. Once you arrive at the fairgrounds, you can exchange a ride voucher for a Pay-One-Price wristband to enjoy unlimited rides, even on weekends! Ride vouchers may also be exchanged for 90 ride tickets on a reloadable card any one day of the fair.
Rider must be present in order to exchange ride voucher for wristband.
Discount Prices (Sept. 10 – Oct. 8)
Discount Online & Circle K Ride Vouchers : $32
Discount priced vouchers can be used any one day the fair is open, weekdays or weekends.
During Fair (Oct. 9 – 20)
Online & Circle K: $40
Vouchers can be used any one day the fair is open, weekdays or weekends.
Weekdays at the fair (Mon-Thur): $40
Weekends at the fair (Fri-Sun): $42
Ride Tickets
- For purchase at the fairgrounds.
- Tickets are loaded onto a reloadable card.
- Cards are scanned when you ride.
- Cards can be used multiple days or saved for next year’s S.C. State Fair.
20 Tickets: $10
65 Tickets: $30
140 Tickets: $60
Midway Express Access Pass: $20 everyday
- Grants access to the front of every ride line. Purchase at specially marked ticket booths around the fairgrounds.
- Rider must be present in order to purchase.
Teachers, bring your class to the South Carolina State Fair! NEW this year, explore the wonders of our state through interactive exhibits showcasing all 46 counties. It’s an unforgettable learning experience that combines education and fun. Enjoy discounted group tickets and learning opportunities for students of all ages. Make this year’s State Fair a classroom field trip to remember! More details are here OR contact Betsy Cooper at betsyc@scstatefair.org or 803-799-3387.
Physics Day is Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 and more information is here or call Nancy Kesar at 803-777-8105.
Looking for a fun way to reward employees, build team spirit, thank partners, or celebrate with your youth group? The South Carolina State Fair has you covered! We offer convenient group sales with discounted tickets and VIP experiences, making it a memorable and enjoyable outing for everyone. See this document for details or contact Betsy Cooper at betsyc@scstatefair.org or 803-799-3387.
