• Clear Bag Policy: In an effort to limit cross-contamination, the CAJUNDOME will be enforcing a clear bag policy at the Cajun Heartland State Fair. Non-clear diaper bags with age appropriate children or non-clear medical bags will be permitted. All bags subject to search. An empty reusable water bottle may also be brought in for use at water fountains.

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• FACE COVERINGS: Face coverings are not required at this time. 
• LAWN CHAIRS: Fans can bring in lawn chairs but chairs are subject to search

Check Out These Ways to Maximize Your Fun While Still Saving a Little Money at the Cajun Heartland State Fair!

Don't miss live music on the Grandstand daily!

2023 Coca Cola Grandstand Music Line-Up

Plus, don't miss family friendly entertainment in the Table Room! 

Gold Star Amusements Midway Amusement Rides

• Rides, Games & Fun!
• Early Bird Ride Discounts are NOW ON SALE!

Crawfish Village

• Boiled crawfish sold daily by Breaux Bridge's Crazy About Crawfish catering plus more of your favorite fair food and merchandise vendors

Circus Hollywood

Puppy Pals Stunt Show

Giraffic Menagerie & Petting Zoo

Racing Pigs

Camel & Pony Rides

DAILY ATTRACTION SHOW TIMES

Opening night only * (Thursday, May 25th)

Pig Races: 6 PM and 7:30 PM

Circus Hollywood: 8:15 PM

Puppy Pals: 6:45 PM and 9:00 PM

Weekday performances

Pig Races: 5:45 PM and 7:45 PM

Circus Hollywood: 6:30 PM and 8:30 PM

Puppy Pals: 7:15 PM and 9:15 PM

Weekend Performances and Memorial Day 

Pig Races: 2 PM - 5 PM - 7:45 PM

Circus Hollywood: 3 PM - 6 PM - 8:30 PM

Puppy Pals: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM - 9:15 PM

Closing Day, Sunday June 4 

Pig Races: 2 PM - 4:15 PM - 6:30 PM

Circus Hollywood: 2:45 PM - 5:00 PM - 7:15 PM

Puppy Pals: 3:30 PM - 5:45 PM - 8:00 PM

Be sure to visit all of our great food and craft vendors located throughout the fairgrounds!

• Kane's Pit Stop (Big Boy Burgers, Funnel Cakes, Fried Oreos and more! Located on the West side of the CAJUNDOME near the Circus corner)
• Fun Foods (Funnel Cakes, Fried Oreos and more! Located on the West side of the CAJUNDOME near the Coca Cola Grandstand)
• B Boy's Backyard BBQ (Porksteak sandwiches, sausage poboys and more! Located on the West side of the CAJUNDOME near the Coca Cola Grandstand)
• Crazy Bout Crawfish (Boiled Crawfish, Crawfish & Spinach Dip Bread bowls and more, located at the CAJUNDOME main entrance canopy) 
• Shugga Shacc (Wings, plate lunches and more! Located in front of the CAJUNDOME main entrance canopy near the kiddie land rides.)
• AsianCajun (A delicious combination of Asian and Cajun dishes! Located in front of the CAJUNDOME main entrance canopy near the kiddie land rides.)
• Mac & Peas  (Mouthwatering BBQ plate lunches right here at the CHSF! Located in front of the CAJUNDOME main entrance canopy near the kiddie land rides.)
• Sweet Magnolia's Creamery- Get something simply frozen on this hot summer day! Located in front of the Convention Center near the kiddie rides- Memorial Day weekend only)
• 6 Girls' Crafts
• T-Bon Inc.
• Wilson Hair Care
• LeafFilter
• El Sherpa
• Floor & Decor
• Big Juicy's Creations
• Airbrush Alex
• Jean'lees Boutique
• After Hours Creations
• Wayne's Leather & Woodworks
• Landry Arts Caricatures
• Blue Basin Canna

Welcome to Lafayette, LA, the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country where there are many ways to laissez les bons temps rouler or as we say it let the good times roll. Whatever your passion, be it music, cuisine, festivals, history, culture, shopping, architecture, arts, outdoors, wildlife or a little bit of everything, we’ve got something for you to discover. So kick back, relax and let us help plan your escape to the Happiest City in America.

2023 CHSF HOTEL PARTNERS

Hilton Garden Inn (Located Across the Street from the CHSF)  
Call the Hotel Directly at 337-291-1977 and mention code CHSF23 or 
Book Your Room Online 

Homewood Suites by Hilton (Discounted Rate Available, Book by May 4)
Book Your Room Online

Please be advised that children under 42” may be required to ride some of the rides with a paying adult.

OUR RIDES

• For your Safety, all rides at Gold Star Amusements have height requirements.
• Follow all posted signage and please listen to the instructions given by the ride operator at all times.
• Remain seated and restrained and keep your arms, legs and head inside the ride at all times.
• Remove all loose articles, such as sunglasses, cell phones, hats, open-toed shoes and jewelry that may have the potential to fall off during the ride. We are not responsible for lost articles.
• NO SELFIE STICKS. To ensure the safety of our guests, the use of photo arms, more commonly known as “Selfie Sticks,” is strictly prohibited on all rides and attractions on our Midway. “Selfie Sticks” should be left with a non-rider or secured with other loose articles. Guests that do not comply with this policy may be subject to dismissal without refund.

If you have any questions while visiting our Midway, please visit our onsite Guest Services or Offices.

SIZE WIZE
Save time by measuring your child in advance at our SIZE WIZE measuring charts located near our ticket sales. Once you have the correct measurement, look for the SIZE WIZE signs posted at each ride to ensure your child meets the requirements. This will also help with determining which ticket package you will want to purchase.

Please be advised that children under 42” may be required to ride some of the rides with a paying adult.

We look forward to seeing you on our Midway!

Ride tickets and wristbands are available for purchase during the Cajun Heartland State Fair at the CAJUNDOME Box Office and at the Midway ticket booths. Half-Priced Ride Tickets are also available for purchase at participating ShopRite & Tobacco Plus locations listed below. 

VIEW ALL TICKET OPTIONS

NEW! The #BIGSHOT FAIR VIP PASS

The $25 VIP Pass ($75+ value) includes the following:

• Admission into the fair each day
• Two FREE single-day bring-a-friend admission tickets
• Access to all FREE concerts on the Fair’s Grandstand Stage, shows & attractions including performances at Circus Hollywood, Pig Races, Puppy Pals Stunt Show & Table Room entertainment
• Free CAJUNDOME clear tote bag (available to the first 250 VIP pass holders redeemed.)
• Fair & Ride Wristband Coupon Book, redeemable at the CAJUNDOME Box Office
• Admission into the Opening Night VIP Party in the Table Room
• $75+ VALUE
• VIP passes are limited and only available in advance of the Fair or while supplies last.  Additional convenience fees apply to Ticketmaster online purchases. VIP tickets go on sale April 17. (Only 250 Available)

PURCHASE A #BIGSHOT VIP PASS

EARLY BIRD RIDE DISCOUNTS
(APRIL 15 - MAY 24 OR WHILE SUPPLIES LAST)

Advance discounted sales on Ride Tickets and Ride Wristbands will run April 15 @ 10 AM through May 24 @ 4 PM, while supplies last, and can be purchased online 24/7 at Ticketmaster, at the CAJUNDOME Box Office, Monday through Friday 10 AM - 4 PM, or one of our official retailers below. Additional convenience fees apply to Ticketmaster purchases. 

The following advance ticket sale offers are available April 15 - May 24: 

• HALF PRICE RIDE TICKET SHEETS
  • Stop by the CAJUNDOME Box Office or your local ShopRite or Tobacco Plus store to purchase your advance ride ticket sheet voucher at half price ($12.50 for 20 ride tickets).
    Regular Price at Fairgrounds $25 for 20 tickets. Limited quantity available.
  • PURCHASE HALF PRICE RIDE TICKET SHEETS
• $25 ADVANCE RIDE WRISTBANDS   
  • Stop by the CAJUNDOME Box Office or a participating retailer below to purchase a daily ride wristband voucher in advance for $25 each. Limited quantity available. Redeem voucher on the day of your choice at the CAJUNDOME Box Office only. Sale ends May 24 or while supplies last.
  • PURCHASE MY CHOICE RIDE WRISTBANDS
• $20 MEMORIAL DAY ADVANCE SALE RIDE WRISTBANDS   
  • Stop by the CAJUNDOME Box Office to purchase a MEMORIAL DAY ride wristband voucher in advance for $20 each. Limited quantity available. Voucher can be redeemed on May 29 only at the CAJUNDOME Box Office only. Sale ends May 28 or while supplies last.
  • PURCHASE MEMORIAL DAY RIDE WRISTBANDS
• MEGA PACK / FAMILY PACK $95.00
  • (INCLUDES 4 RIDE WRISTBAND & 4 FAIR ADMISSION VOUCHERS) 
    • Purchase your discounted #MEGApack in advance for only $95 which includes 4 ride wristbands and fair admission vouchers to redeem on any day of the fair! (You save $45!) Limited quantity available (500 packs).
    • PURCHASE A MEGA PACK
• Admission Ticket Early Bird Savings: Purchase Your Admission Ticket Early and Save $2! Stop by the CAJUNDOME Box Office April 15 to May 24 and purchase your admission tickets for only $3 each. 

PARTICIPATING SHOP RITE RETAILERS

PARTICIPATING TOBACCO PLUS LOCATIONS

Make plans to join us at the Cajun Fried Pickleball Classic taking place in Lafayette, LA, at the CAJUNDOME Convention Center May 26 - 28, 2023!

Round Robin - Men's, Women's & Mixed Doubles - Non-Sanctioned

Friday (May 26) - Optional Add-On Pickleball Clinics Hosted by legacy 5.0 players, certified IPTPA Pickleball Coaches Rodney “Rocket” Grubbs and Josh Grubbs of Pickleball Rocks, Sign up here --> https://signup.com/go/dtzcRsD
Practice Courts (2 PM - 7 PM); Player Welcome Reception & Social from 5 PM - 7 PM with Registration Check-In Starting at 10 AM.

Saturday (May 27) - Men's and Women's Doubles
Sunday (May 28) - Mixed Doubles

CAJUNDOME Convention Center
444 CAJUNDOME Blvd.
Lafayette, LA 70506

Our age brackets will be 19-35, and 35+, 50+ 60+ 70+, 80+
Registration is by skill level: <3.0, 3.5, 4.0 & 4.5+.
Please note: Groups may be combined or split to facilitate play.

Final Registration Closes Friday, May 12 @ 11:55 P.M.

$85.00 Early Bird Player Registration Fee till April 30, 2023
$95.00 Player Registration Fee May 1 - May 12, 2023
Registration fee includes participation in up to 2 events.

Visit the Pickleball Classic page for more information!

To put your brand in front of the 50,000+ Cajun Heartland State Fair personnel and guests, contact the CAJUNDOME Marketing Department at 337-265-2355.