This Friday, Aug. 22, the Oregon State Fair returns to the fairgrounds in Salem for eleven days of carnival rides, fair food and crafty contests. This marks the fair’s 160th year.

Pre-sale tickets for general admission, concert tickets, fast passes and parking are still available on their website. The fair ends Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1.

Presale fair admission

Adult (ages 13-64) $10

Child (ages 6-12) $8

Kids 5 and under are free

Senior (ages 65+) $3

Family 4-Pack $25

11-Day Pass (non-transferable) $25

At the gates day of, adult admission is $12 and child admission is $10. All other prices are the same.

General admission provides access to most attractions at the fair. Carnival tickets are purchased separately, as are some special attractions, including bumper boats and a ro

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