
35th Annual Cajun Heartland State Fair
Presented by LUS
35th Annual Cajun Heartland State Fair
Presented by LUS
Event Details
CAJUN HEARTLAND STATE FAIR
May 25 - June 4, 2023
The 35th Annual Cajun Heartland State Fair returns to the CAJUNDOME May 25 - June 4, 2023. The Cajun Heartland State Fair is an eleven day fair produced by an innovative and insightful team of professionals on the CAJUNDOME staff; priding themselves on knowing the right mix of entertainment arranged to provide maximum enjoyment for all ages. The ride specials, food, free attractions and family oriented games make an outstanding summer experience. Truly, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the Cajun Heartland State Fair fairgrounds.
We welcome back our ride partner, Gold Star Amusements, whose Midway will feature classic super rides and more. Stroll through Lagniappe Lane and visit your favorite free attractions or take a trip to Crawfish Village featuring daily music entertainment and local food vendors!
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Clear Bag Policy
- 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
Ways to Save at the #CHSF
Check Out These Ways to Maximize Your Fun While Still Saving a Little Money at the Cajun Heartland State Fair!
Thursday, May 25 | Family Night | Purchase your discounted #MEGApack at the Fair’s Cajun Field Box Office on May 25 for only $95 which includes 4 ride wristbands and 4 fair admission vouchers! (For redemption on May 25 only, you save $45 on the regular fair ground’s price) | |||||
Friday, May 26 | Date Night | Plan your Friday night date night at the Cajun Heartland State Fair with BOGO Free Admission tickets from open to 7 PM when you mention #Datenight at the Fair’s Cajun Field Box Office | |||||
Saturday, May 27 | PICKLEBALL! | Come see what all the hype is about! Spectators are welcome to stop by the Pickleball Classic located inside the Convention Center at the Cajun Heartland State Fair starting at 12 Noon each day. | |||||
Sunday, May 28 | Senior Sunday | EVERY SUNDAY, SENIOR CITIZENS 60 years and older & 2023 Graduating Seniors can save $2 on admission to the Fair. | |||||
Monday, May 29 - Friday, June 2 | Military Appreciation | Military Appreciation Days – all active military, retired military, and veterans receive a ticket for free admission when they present valid documentation of military service at the admission ticket booth. Spouses of service men and women with a valid Military Spouse ID and accompanying children under the age of 18 also receive discounted admission and save $2 each on admission during the same dates. | |||||
Tuesday, May 30 | TWOS-DAY! | Guests can save while snacking on TWOS-DAYS at the Fair, where participating vendors offer various specials. Get BOGO Free ride wristbands at the CAJUNDOME Box Office (for redemption on May 30 only). Plus, save $2 on your admission ticket when you mention TWOS-DAY at the ticket office. | |||||
Wednesday, May 31 | Youth Sports Team Night | Free admission for youth (12 & under) who head out to the fair in their team shirt plus stop by the Table Room from 5 PM - 7 PM for some fun Fair giveaways! | |||||
Thursday, June 1 | Family Night | Purchase your discounted #MEGApack at the Fair’s Cajun Field Box Office on June 1 for only $95 which includes 4 ride wristbands and 4 fair admission vouchers! (For redemption on June 1 only, you save $45 on the regular fair ground’s price) | |||||
Friday, June 2 | Date Night | Plan your Friday night date night at the Cajun Heartland State Fair with BOGO Free Admission tickets from 5 PM to 7 PM when you mention #Datenight at the Fair’s Cajun Field Box Office | |||||
Sunday, June 4 | Senior Sunday | EVERY SUNDAY, SENIOR CITIZENS 60 years and older & 2023 Graduating Seniors can save $2 on admission to the Fair when they show their ID at the Admission Ticket Booth. | |||||
All Days | FIRST RESPONDERS DISCOUNT | The Cajun Heartland State Fair would like to thank our country’s first responders with a day honoring our various active and retired public law enforcement, firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency services agencies. All first responders can save $2 OFF admission tickets when they present a valid badge or ID card from their department or organization at the gate or online, plus up to three discounted admission tickets for their family members. |
Live Music
Don't miss live music on the Grandstand daily!
2023 Coca Cola Grandstand Music Line-Up
5/25/23 | Thursday | Rusty Metoyer & The Zydeco Crush | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
5/25/23 | Thursday | Thunderkiss | 8:30 PM-11:00 PM |
5/26/23 | Friday | Dr C & the Gris Gris | 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM |
5/26/23 | Friday | Zach Edwards & Medicine Band | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
5/26/23 | Friday | One Trick Pony | 9:00 PM -10:45 PM |
5/27/23 | Saturday | Mathew Ewing & the AllStar Band | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
5/27/23 | Saturday | Daniel Mock | 5:30 PM- 6:30 PM |
5/27/23 | Saturday | Michael Scott Boudreaux | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
5/27/23 | Saturday | Clay Cormier | 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
5/28/23 | Sunday | Cajun Roots | 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
5/28/23 | Sunday | Raikwon Green | 6:00 PM -8:30 PM |
5/28/23 | Sunday | Parish County Line | 9:00 PM - 10:45PM |
5/29/23 | Monday | Crowe Boys | 4:15 PM - 5:45 PM |
5/29/23 | Monday | LVVRS | 6:15 PM - 7:30 PM |
5/29/23 | Monday | Full Circle | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
5/30/23 | Tuesday | Lindsay Council | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
5/30/23 | Tuesday | Julian Primeaux | 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
5/31/23 | Wednesday | Eighties Experience | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
5/31/2023 | Wednesday | Okay, Boomhauer | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
6/1/23 | Thursday | Keely Brennan | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM |
6/1/23 | Thursday | Tyler Joseph | 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
6/2/23 | Friday | Adam Leger Band | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
6/2/23 | Friday | Dustin Sonnier | 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
6/3/23 | Saturday | Swampland Revival | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
6/3/23 | Saturday | Shotgun Lillie | 4:30 PM -6:30 PM |
6/3/23 | Saturday | New Natives Brass Band | 7:00 PM- 8:30 PM |
6/3/23 | Saturday | LA ROXX | 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM |
6/4/23 | Sunday | Geno Delafose | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
6/4/23 | Sunday | Gerald Gruenig & Gentilly Zydeco | 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM |
6/4/23 | Sunday | Undivided Band | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
Plus, don't miss family friendly entertainment in the Table Room!
5/26/23 | Friday | WWE Friday Night Smackdown Presents Karaoke Duets! Grab a partner and sing your chance to win a pair of tickets to WWE Smackdown at the CAJUNDOME on Friday, June 23rd. | 7 PM - 10 PM |
5/27/23 | Saturday | It's a Classic Country Saturday Night of Karaoke presented by Thomas Rhett's Home Team Tour! Come on out and sing for your chance to win a pair of tickets to see Thomas Rhett at the CAJUNDOME on June 16th! | 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
5/28/23 | Sunday | Bring the whole family for a little Disney Karaoke Night presented by the Stage Karaoke Bar! | 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
5/29/23 | Monday | DJ Pug & DJ Young are in the house to get you dancing on Monday! | 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
5/30/23 | Tuesday | Come pass a good time with live music by Carter Parsons! | 7 PM - 8 PM |
5/31/2023 | Wednesday | DJ Bug Gigabyte is ready to hype the crowd with a Wednesday night EDM set! | 7 PM - 9 PM |
6/1/23 | Thursday | DJ Moose Harris is ready to pump up the dance floor for your Thursday night edition! | 7 PM - 9 PM |
6/2/23 | Friday | WWE Friday Night Smackdown Presents Karaoke Duets! Grab a partner and sing your chance to win a pair of tickets to WWE Smackdown at the CAJUNDOME on Friday, June 23rd. | 7 PM - 10 PM |
6/3/23 | Saturday | Karaoke Returns with Taylor Swift Night presented by 99.1 KXKC - Dress for your favorite era and sing along with your fellow Swifties for a chance to win a pair of tickets to see Shania Twain live! | 7 PM - 10 PM |
6/4/23 | Sunday | Bring the whole family for a little Disney Karaoke Night presented by the Stage Karaoke Bar! Plus, don't miss the Costume Contest and Cash Prizes sponsored by the Stage Karaoke Bar! | 7 PM - 10 PM |
Rides & Attractions
Gold Star Amusements Midway Amusement Rides
- Rides, Games & Fun!
- Early Bird Ride Discounts are NOW ON SALE!
Crawfish Village
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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
Food & Craft Vendors
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
Hotel Accommodations
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
Safety Rules & Height Requirements
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!
Early Bird Discounts (Thru May 24th)
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.
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)
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
- 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).
- $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
- (INCLUDES 4 RIDE WRISTBAND & 4 FAIR ADMISSION VOUCHERS)
- 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
520 W. Summer Dr. | Abbeville |
4108 Hwy 90 East | Broussard |
525 S. Parkerson | Crowley |
2600 North Parkerson | Crowley |
2597 N. Parkerson | Crowley |
1823 Elton Road | Jennings |
400 W. Congress | Lafayette |
1900 Dulles Dr. | Lafayette |
301 Verot School Rd. | Lafayette |
1110 N. University | Lafayette |
2400 West Congress | Lafayette |
3555 North University | Lafayette |
2301 Ambassador Caffery | Lafayette |
301 Calcasieu | Lake Authur |
2411 South Union Street | Opelousas |
17634 Hwy 190 | Port Barre |
17681 Hwy 190 | Port Barre |
800 The Blvd. | Rayne |
129 Frontage Rd. | Rayne |
312 N. Main Street | St. Martinville |
PARTICIPATING TOBACCO PLUS LOCATIONS
1563 North Parkerson Ave. | Crowley |
3044 West Pinhook | Lafayette |
1906 Ambassodor Caffery | Lafayette |
4311 Johnston St. | Lafayette |
1005 E. Admiral Doyle | New Iberia |
Cajun Fried Pickleball Classic
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!
Sponsorship
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.
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