LAFAYETTE, La. (KMDL-FM) - It's nearly "Geaux Geaux, Fun Fun" time at the Cajundome in Lafayette as the 2025 Cajun Heartland State Fair kicks off this Friday.

This year's festivities will take place from Friday, May 23, through Sunday, June 1, on the grounds of the Cajundome in Lafayette, Louisiana.

As always, there will be plenty of fun things to do and see. The fair features a fantastic carnival with rides and games, great family attractions including the Wildlife Adventure Center, and a grandstand with awesome live music from local and regional acts.

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What Does It Cost to Enter the 2025 Cajun Heartland State Fair?

There is a cost to enter the fairgrounds. Below are the admission fees each day for this year's CHSF (ages 6 and over):

  • Monday - Thursday - $5.00
  • Friday - Sunday (Before 7 pm) - $5.00
  • Friday & Saturday (After 7 pm) - $10.00
  • Early Bird Sales April 17 - May 22: Get 4 Admission Tickets for $15

There is a no re-entry policy. Also, the admission gate closes one hour before the rides close.

Does It Cost to Park at the 2025 Cajun Heartland State Fair?

Nope. Parking is free and available at Cajun Field throughout the Fair.

Midway Amusement Rides at the 2025 Cajun Heartland State Fair

Operated by Amusement Midway Providers, this year's midway will feature a slew of great rides and fun games.

Most importantly, there will be money-saving opportunities each day that the fair is operating. Nearly every day will feature an unlimited ride wristband offer.

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Below are the daily ride pricing and specials:

  • $25.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband Advance Sales (Through Noon on May 23)
  • $32.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Friday, May 23
  • $32.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Saturday, May 24
  • $32.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Sunday, May 25
  • 25.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Monday, May 26
  • TWOs-day! $2.00 on all rides (Only 2 Magic Money credits per person per ride) on Tuesday, May 27
  • $32.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Tuesday, May 27
  • $20.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Wednesday, May 28
  • $25.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Thursday, May 29
  • $32.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Friday, May 30
  • $32.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Saturday, May 31
  • $32.00* Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband on Sunday, June 1

You can purchase your advanced discounted wristbands now at this link.

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Attractions at the 2025 Cajun Heartland State Fair (Many of These Are Free)

Once you're on the CHSF grounds, there are plenty of free attractions to enjoy. Most are included in your admission to the fair, and some add-on activities are available at a nominal fee.

  • Dan Dan the Farmer Man
    • Dan-Dan and his Sarcastic Sidekick trade Farmyard Funnies, sing Silly Songs, and interact with the Audience. When the Cornball Clodhopper cranks up his Crop-Quenching Contraption, these Rural Rubes conjure up a Crowd Cooling Cloudburst
  • Dragon Training Academy
    • Watch as inventor & time traveler Brock Barnabas visits the present time to recruit some adventurous kids to travel back to the Medieval times. They train to help deal with an overpopulation of dragons! Kids are trained to both defend against and tame down dragons using Brock's amazing science-based inventions and techniques.
  • Dino Takeover & Mini Golf
    • Step back in time to meet up to 8 of your favorite dinosaurs. During the show, you can expect to see a baby dinosaur hatch, witness how we train dinosaurs, and even have a 12-foot, 2000 lb velociraptor play hide and seek with a few lucky kids. Have life-sized fun when you visit our 50-foot brachiosaurus named Tiny, a 22-foot triceratops named Fluffy, and Thumper, a beautiful 20-foot ankylosaurus.
  • Wildlife Adventure Center & Petting Zoo
    • Discover the ultimate educational and interactive experience at our agricultural and wildlife zoo! This hands-on exotic animal petting zoo has captivated audiences at fairs and festivals nationwide. With 40-50 animals, including 15-20 rare and exotic species from around the globe, every visit is an unforgettable adventure.

Live Music on the Coca-Cola Stage

There is a full slate of live entertainment each night of the Cajun Heartland State Fair. The complete schedule is listed in the post below.

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Clear Bag Policy in Effect

A Clear Bag Policy will be in effect for this year's Cajun Heartland State Fair.

Also, keep in mind that while all youth are welcome to the CHSF, those under 16 must be accompanied by an adult 21 years or older from 7:00 pm to close daily.

All Other Info for the 2025 Cajun Heartland State Fair

For everything else you need to know about this year's Cajun Heartland State Fair, visit the Cajundome's website page dedicated to the Fair, or follow the CHSF Facebook page.

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