Georgia National Fair

October 3-13, 2024

For 35 years, the Georgia National Fair has been lighting up the October skies with twinkly lights, the smell of funnel cakes, and the sounds of roller-coaster rides and live music. This 11-day event is the biggest event of the year. It features livestock competitions, mouth-watering food, national and international artists, rides, fireworks, and a baby barn with the cutest baby animals ever seen.  

Fair Admission & Tickets 

Adults (Ages 11 and up): $15.00 

Seniors (ages 60 and up): $10.00 

Children (ages 10 and under): Free with a paying adult 

Two-Day Pass: $25.00

Season Pass: $95.00

After 5:00 pm each day, no one under 17 will be allowed entry without a legal guardian present.

Gates close at 9:00 pm each day. 

Special Admission & Discount Days

October 3 - Sneak-A-Peek (Gates open at 3:00 pm):  Discounted Admission:  Adults & Seniors (60+) - $10; Children 10 & under - Free with paying adult

October 6 - Patriotic Day:  Admission FREE for military with military ID cards (active, retired, reserve, & veterans, and their immediate family members)

October 8 - Terrific Tuesday: Discounted Admission:  Adults & Seniors (60+) - $10; Children 10 & under - Free with paying adult

October 9 - WOW Wednesday presented by GRVA (Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency):  Discounted Admission:  Adults & Seniors (60+) - $10; Children 10 & under - Free with paying adult

Midway Hours & Ride Tickets 

12:00 noon—11:00 pm (Monday-Friday) and 10:00 am—11:00 pm (Saturday and Sunday)

Ride tickets will be available on-site during the Fair for $1.25 each and can be purchased at the entrance to the Midway. Many rides will require multiple tickets.

Armbands (unlimited rides) will be available for purchase on-site on these dates:  

October 3: $30 

October 4: $35 

October 7-10: $30 

October 11: $35 

October 13: $35

Armbands are not valid on Euroslide, Agri-Lift, and non-mechanical rides.  

There are height requirements for the rides, and they can be found by visiting https://www.georgianationalfair.com/p/about/rides

The Gates to the Georgia National Fair close at 9:00 pm each day. 

Daily Openings 

Gates Open: 10:00 am—9:00 pm (On opening day, Thursday, October 3, the gates open at 3:00 pm)

Food & Outside Vendors: 10:00 am—10:00 pm

Georgia Grown, Heritage Hall, and Miller-Murphy-Howard Buildings: 10:00 am—9:00 pm

McGill Marketplace Building: 12:00 noon—9:00 pm (Mon through Fri) and 10:00 am—9:00 pm (Sat and Sun)

Free Nightly Concerts on the Georgia National Stage presented by Georgia Farm Bureau

October 3:  Bellamy Brothers

October 4:  Josh Turner

October 5:  Grapevine

October 6:  Southside Worship

October 7:  West Love & The 478 Band

October 8:  Warrant

October 9:  Ginuwine

October 10:  Cooper Alan

October 11:  Yachtley Crew

October 12:  Marshall Charloff Purple Xperience

October 13:  Rumba Latina 

Food

Food vendors will be open from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm each day of the Fair.

A complete list of Georgia National Fair food vendors can be found here: georgianationalfair.com/p/getconnected/fair-food

Vendors

Georgia National Fair merchandise can be purchased on-site under the Clocktower at the Fair Store.

A list of indoor and outdoor vendors can be found here: georgianationalfair.com/p/getconnected/fair-vendors

Events

An event schedule can be found here:  georgianationalfair.com/events. A schedule of events will also be given out at each gate upon entering the Fair. 

Georgia National Fair Map

A map of the Georgia National Fair can be found here:  georgianationalfair.com/p/about/fairmap

Parking 

Parking is always FREE.

Handicap parking is available in all three parking lots.

The general public can park and enter the fairgrounds through the West, North, and East parking lots/gates.

The South Gate parking lot will not be available for general public parking and gate entrance. 

No traffic will be allowed to enter the Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter after 9:00 pm each day. However, everyone on the premises at that time can purchase a ticket and enter.

Directions 

Directions to the Georgia National Fair can be found here:  georgianationalfair.com/p/about/gettinghere

Need to Know 

• The Georgia National Fair has implemented a clear bag policy. All bags must be clear and 12x6x12 or smaller. Exceptions will be made for diaper bags and bags holding carry-in items for infants or other medical reasons. Wallet-sized and smaller bags do not need to be clear. All bags are subject to inspection.
• Outside food and drinks, including coolers, are prohibited from the Fairgrounds.
• The First Aid Station is located on the Northeast side of the Clocktower, next to the Beef and Dairy Barn. While at the fairgrounds, you can call 911 for assistance and tell the operator your location.

Wheelchairs/Scooters

Strollers, double strollers, and wagons are available for rent at the North, West, and East Gates. They can be reserved in advance by calling 888-441-7575 or visiting scootaround.com/en/georgia-national-fair. Wheelchairs are $25/day, Scooters are $65/day, Strollers are $11/day, Double Strollers are $17/day, and Wagons are $17/day. 

More Tips from the Georgia National Fair

1. Before you go to the Fair, remind children of these rules. It is all about having a safe and fun Fair!

• Don’t talk to strangers.
• If you are lost, look for a police officer or go to the Clocktower for help.
• Right before going into the Fair….take your camera phone and take a picture of your children! If you get separated from them, you will have a recent description of your kids and can remember EXACTLY what they are wearing!

2. Thoroughly wash hands or use hand sanitizer before eating, after visiting the animal barns, watching a show, and sneezing. 

3. Wear comfortable shoes! 

4. Lock valuables in your car. 

5. When you park, take note of some identifiers in the lot near your vehicle and pay attention to which gate you use to enter the Fairgrounds. Don’t forget to lock your doors! 

6. The Georgia National Fair is known as “the clean Fair!” Please help by taking the extra steps to the closest trash barrel. 

7. Don’t panic if you get separated from your party. Plan ahead. Set up a meeting point as soon as you arrive. The best place to meet is the Clocktower!

The Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter appreciates your understanding and cooperation with all Georgia National Fair policies. 

Please direct any questions to the GNFA team at (478) 987-3247.

For the most current information about the Georgia National Fair, please visit georgianationalfair.com.