Hours Of Operation

9AM Fair Office Opens

10AM Gates Open

1-10PM 4-H & Exhibit Hall Opens

4PM Antique Tractor Pavilion Opens

Ride Information

Ride wristbands & tickets sold separately by the ride company.

Wristbands Prices:

  • Thursday 6-10 pm $30/person
  • Friday 1-5 pm $25/person
  • 6-10 pm $30/person
  • Saturday 1-5 pm $30/person
  • 6-10 pm $30/person

Ticket Sales Only:

  • Wednesday 4-10 pm Buddy Day
  • (2 people ride 1 set of tickets)
  • Thursday 4-6 pm
  • Friday 5-6 pm
  • Saturday 5-6 pm

Ride Ticket Prices:

  • 1 for $1.50, 20 for $25, 42 for $45, 144 for $140
  • Rides are 3-5 tickets per ride

Rules & Regulations

General

The following items are not permitted on the Fairgrounds: Bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades, cans, glass bottles, large coolers, firearms, drugs, or laser pointers. Fairgoers found in possession of these items will be asked to leave the Fairgrounds. Shirts and shoes are required at all times.

Pets

Out of concern for the health and well-being of pets, the Yates County Fair does not allow pets on the fairgrounds. Specially trained service dogs and guide dogs are welcome.

Lost & Found

The Lost & Found is located in the Fair Office. The Yates County Fair is not responsible for valuables or any other item not secured or lost at the fairgrounds or on a ride. Please report any lost articles to the Fair Office.

Refund Policy

Absolutely no refunds on gate admission. For safety reasons, some rides may close due to inclement weather conditions. The owners of the ride company make the calls on closing rides due to weather. The Yates County Fair Board reserves the right to change, modify, or move scheduled events after the release to radio stations and newspapers or any other form of advertising.

Fair Security

All emergency concerns should be directed to any Fair Board Members.

Local Law Enforcement and First Aid are on the fairgrounds at all times.

Please go to our Main Office for any medical or emergency concerns.

Admmission Policy

ADMISSION TO THE FAIR IS $10 PER PERSON. YOUR ADMISSION INCLUDES: PARKING, MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT, ALL GRANDSTAND EVENTS, DAILY SHOWS, ROSAIRE’S ROYAL RACERS. CHILDREN UNDER 36 INCHES, FREE ADMISSION. RIDES ARE NOT INCLUDED, RIDE WRISTBANDS / TICKETS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY.

Fair Sponsors

Grand Champion

$1,000 or more, 8 VIP Passes, 4’X8’ Advertising Fence Sign, Track/Daily announcements

Blue Ribbon

$500 - $999, 5 VIP Passes, 4’X8’ Advertising Fence Sign, Track/Daily Announcements

Red Ribbon

$300 - $499, 3 VIP Passes, 4’X8’ Advertising Fence Sign, Track/Daily Announcements

White Ribbon

$100 - $299, 2 One Day Passes, Daily Announcements

Fair Friend

$50 - $99, 1 Day Pass, Daily Announcements

 

 

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