fairgrounds ADMISSION FEE APPLIES (Ages 6 and over):

SUNDAY - Thursday - $5.00

Friday & SATURDAY (before 7PM) - $5.00

Friday & SATURDAY (AFTER 7PM) - $10.00

Early Bird sales april 17-may 23 @ Noon: get 4 admission tickets for $15

Group discounts available for groups of 15 or more. Contact us for more information. 

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Security Policies:

• Metal detectors are in use at the Fair entrance. 
• All bags, strollers, etc., are subject to search
• No pocket knives, firearms, pepper spray, etc., are permitted on the grounds. You must be 21 or older to carry a vape pen or tobacco products. 
• We welcome all youth to the Cajun Heartland State Fair, however, youth 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult 21 years or older daily. 

LAWN CHAIRS: Fans can bring in lawn chairs but chairs/carrying bags are subject to search

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.

• 5" x 7" or smaller non-clear purse or clutch allowed
• Clear tote bag or purse, no larger than 12" x 12" x 6"

FREE PARKING: Friday, May 23rd- Sunday, June 1st

• FREE Parking is Available at Cajun Field throughout the Fair

ADMISSION: 

• Daily General Admission $5; 5 & Under Free Admission

  • Admission Fee is $10 on Friday & Saturday nights starting at 7 PM.

• No Re-Entry, Clear Bag Policy

• Admission Gate Closes One Hour Prior to Ride Close

• EARLY BIRD SAVINGS: Purchase Your Admission Tickets Early and Save! Purchase 4 admission tickets for only $15 now through May 22.  

Military Service Members Admission 

• Members of the Military can receive free admission for themselves and their immediate family to the Cajun Heartland State Fair on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26th, and save $2 on admission tickets on any day of the fair when when you present your active Military ID at the admission ticket booth. 

Midway Amusement Rides

• Operated by Amusement Midway Providers
• Rides, Games & Fun!

• Daily Ride Pricing & Specials

  • $25.00*  Daily Unlimited Ride Wristband Advance Sales (Now 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
  • *Additional $2 Magic Money Fee applies to all purchases. 

Free Attractions*

• 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

  • Weekday Showtimes: 6 PM, 7:30 PM, and 9 PM

  • Saturday/Sunday/Memorial Day: 3:45 PM, 6 PM, 8:15 PM, 9 PM

  • Sunday, June 1: 3:15 PM, 5:30 PM, 7:45 PM

• 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.

  • Weekday Showtimes: 5:30 PM, 7:00 PM, and 8:30 PM

  • Saturday/Sunday/Memorial Day: 3:00 PM, 5:15 PM 7:30 PM

  • Sunday, June 1: 2:30 PM, 4:45 PM, 7 PM

• 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 12ft, 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.

  • Weekday Showtimes: 6:30 PM, 8 PM, and 9:30 PM; Golf Open 5 PM - 10 PM

  • Saturday/Sunday/Memorial Day: 4:30 PM, 6:45 PM, 8:45 PM; Golf Open 2 PM - 10 PM

  • Sunday, June 1: 4 PM, 6:15 PM, 8:30 PM; Golf Open 2 PM - 9 PM

• 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.
  • Attraction Hours: Fair Open to 1 Hour Prior to Fair Close
• *Attractions may feature additional merchandise or add-on activities available at a nominal fee

Lafayette Coca Cola Summer of Music Stage Presents

Click Here to Register as a Vendor for the Heartland Heat Fan Expo on May 31. 

Sorry, we are not accepting food vendor applications for 2025.
Please be sure to visit our 2025 participating vendors:

• Roy's Lemonade- grab the iconic Yellow Cup with a refreshing serving of lemonade
• Airbrush Hut Custom Airbrushed tee shirts / hats
• A Lil' Touch of Kajun Acrylic earrings, bracelets and keychains
• After Hours Creations Jewelry, Cajun Magnets and Coasters , 3D Prints
• Big Juicy's Creations Custom Cups, T-shirts, Toys, Jewerly 
• Corvidae Creations 3D printed articulated toys and figurines
• El Sherpa Light Up Toys, Apparel, Accessories
• Nana's Rustic Rose Boutique Ladies and Kids Accessories
• Wilson Hair Care Personal Care & Grooming Products
• Beautiful You: Henna Tattoos
• Post Hill Press Owen Pataki: Louisiana-based novel, 'Smoke in the Cypress'
• Mz Queenz Balloon Typhoon: Light Up Balloons
• Loved Bayou Linxin’: Permanent Jewelry
• Crazy Toys: Light Up toys & Accessories
• John’s Jewelry: Custom Jewelry Creations

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 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!

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.

2025 CHSF HOTEL PARTNERS

Hilton Garden Inn 2350 West Congress Street, Lafayette, LA 70506
Call the Hotel Directly at 337-291-1977 and mention code CHSF25 or 
Book Your Room Online and save 12%. 

To put your brand in front of the 40,000+ Cajun Heartland State Fair personnel and guests, contact the CAJUNDOME Marketing Department at 337-265-2355. 

Thanks to our 2025 Sponsors:

LUS (Presenting Sponsor)
Lafayette Coca Cola United (Stage Sponsor)
Service Chevrolet Cadillac (Silver Sponsor)
Fox Pest Control (Digital Sponsor)
Inzina Law (Digital Sponsor)
LFT Fiber (Mobile App Sponsor)

Thanks to Our 2025 Media Partners:
Cox Communications
Cumulus Media (Gold Media Sponsor)
Delta Media
KADN FOX (Gold Media Sponsor)
KATC 
KBON
KLAF NBC (Gold Media Sponsor)
KLFY
KMRC Morgan City
KROK Leesville
Macaroni Kid
Townsquare Media (Gold Media Sponsor)
Developing Lafayette (Bronze Media Sponsor)