Cajun Heartland State Fair
Presented by LUS
Cajun Heartland State Fair
Presented by LUS
Event Details
CAJUN HEARTLAND STATE FAIR
May 23 - June 2, 2024
The 36th Annual Cajun Heartland State Fair presented by LUS returns to the CAJUNDOME May 23 - June 2, 2024. 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 IS IN EFFECT
Security Policy: We welcome all youth to the Cajun Heartland State Fair, however, youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult 21 years or older from 7 PM to close daily.
Ticket Information
fairgrounds ADMISSION (Ages 6 and over):
MONday - Thursday - $5.00
Friday - SUNday (before 7PM) - $5.00
Friday - SuNday (AFTER 7PM) - $10.00
Group Information
Group discounts available for groups of 20 or more. Contact us for more information.
Related Links
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NEW FOR 2024! Download Our Free Mobile App for Daily Events, Showtimes, Music Line-Up, & Special Offers for Rides & Vendors!
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!
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.
2024 CHSF HOTEL PARTNERS
More information coming soon!
Clear Bag Policy
- Clear Bag Policy: 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.
- 4.5" x 6.5" or smaller non-clear purse or clutch allowed
- Clear tote bag or purse, no larger than 12" x 12" x 6"
- LAWN CHAIRS: Fans can bring in lawn chairs but chairs are subject to search
Live Music on the Coca Cola Grandstand
Purchase VIP Party Deck Passes for May 25 ft. FUEL
Purchase VIP Party Deck Passes for May 26 ft. Proyecto Uno
Purchase VIP Party Deck Passes for May 31 ft. POP2000 Tour
Purchase VIP Party Deck Passes for June 1 ft. Justin Champagne, Cuban Papi, and Chris Ardoin
Purchase VIP Party Deck Passes for June 2 ft. Lil Nate, Roi Chip Athony and the Lejit Brothers
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
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Food & Craft Vendors
Be sure to visit all of our great food and craft vendors located throughout the fairgrounds!
- The 2024 application period is now closed.
Early Bird Discounts
Early Bird Specials on sale now!
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 23 | Family Night | Purchase your discounted #MEGApack at the Fair’s Cajun Field Box Office on May 25 for only $100 which includes 4 ride wristbands and 4 fair admission vouchers! (For redemption on May 23 only, you save $40 on the regular fair ground’s price) | |||||
Friday, May 24 | Date Night | Plan your Friday night date night at the Cajun Heartland State Fair! | |||||
Saturday, May 25 | FUEL | Don't miss rock band FUEL live on the Coca Cola Grandstand tonight! | |||||
Sunday, May 26 | Senior Sunday | EVERY SUNDAY, SENIOR CITIZENS 60 years and older & 2024 Graduating Seniors can save $2 on admission to the Fair. | |||||
Monday, May 27 - Thursday, May 30 | 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 28 | TWOS-DAY! | Guests can save while snacking on TWOS-DAYS at the Fair, where participating vendors offer various specials. Get BOGO 1/2 OFF ride wristbands at the CAJUNDOME Box Office (for redemption on May 28 only). Plus, save $2 on your admission ticket when you mention TWOS-DAY at the ticket office. | |||||
Wednesday, May 29 | Youth Team Night | Free admission for youth (12 & under) who head out to the fair in their team or scout group shirt! | |||||
Thursday, May 30 | Family Night | Purchase your discounted #MEGApack at the Fair’s Cajun Field Box Office on June 1 for only $100 which includes 4 ride wristbands and 4 fair admission vouchers! (For redemption on May 30 only, you save $40 on the regular fair ground’s price) | |||||
Friday, May 31 | Date Night | Plan your Friday night date night at the Cajun Heartland State Fair with live music from the POP 2000 Tour on the Coca Cola Grandstand featuring Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, O-Town, LFO and Ryan Cabrera! | |||||
Sunday, June 2 | Senior Sunday | EVERY SUNDAY, SENIOR CITIZENS 60 years and older & 2024 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. |
Influencer Fest
The Biggest INFLUENCER CONTENT FEST
Saturday, June 1 Live from the Fair at the Cajundome Convention Center, come out and meet some of your favorite YouTubers, Content Creators, Influencers, and Artists Live!
Come do challenges, meet n greets, and see them perform live! This will be an experience like no other! Special Guests TBA and tickets go on sale soon!
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.
Thanks to our 2024 Sponsors:
LUS
Coca Cola United
Service GM
MANDEZ'S
VE Roofing
Keep Louisiana Beautiful
Dave & Buster's
Butcher A/C
Music Academy of Acadiana
Glenn Armentor
Event Solutions/Party Central
Thanks to Our 2024 Media Partners:
Cox Communications
Cumulus Media
Delta Media
KADN
KATC
KBON
KLAF
KLFY
KMRC Morgan City
KROK Leesville
Macaroni Kid
Townsquare Media
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