Rides & Amusements
If thrills are your thing, then will love all of the rides and amusements!
And of course, the glittering lights and high-up views are an added bonus.
Rides at State Fair
Butterflies Alive!
Walk among butterflies at this interactive experience, Butterflies Alive! Located on South Grandstand Avenue near Entrance A.
SkyScraper
Take your State Fair experience to new heights with this towering thrill ride! With the SkyScraper’s windmill-like arms, soar 160 feet in the air above the crowds and spin through the sky for a heart-pounding adventure you won’t forget. Located on South Grandstand Avenue near Cirque at the Fair.
Akoya Pick A Pearl
See pearls shucked from oysters right in front of your eyes with this brand-new attraction, Akoya Pick A Pearl. Located in the Exposition Center.
Big Dog Entertainment
Stop by Big Dog Entertainment's trailer and be transported into an arcade where you can play games or challenge your friends. Located in the Back Forty near First Street.
Giant Slide
The Giant Slide has been a State Fair icon for over 50 years. Hop on a burlap sack and take a magic carpet ride. Trips down the 200 ft. slide are only $4 each. Located on Second Street at Central Avenue.
American Arm Speed Pitch
See how fast you can pitch at the American Arm Speed Pitch. Located in the Back Forty, west of The Dairy Building.
Ejection Seat
With spires more than 100 feet in the air, this sling-shot style ride is for thrill seekers. Cost is $50 each for a two-person ride or $70 for a single-person ride. Located on Wetley Way & Center Street.
Keys Karaoke
Sing your heart out State Fair! Find all day entertainment at the State Fair karaoke spot - Keys Karaoke. Located on South Grandstand Avenue.
Pig Slide
Kids will love a ride down the world’s largest piggy bank. Take a trip down the slide for only $2.
Pony Rides
Take a spin on a real-life pony! Rides cost $12 each. Located on Sue Wetley Court near the Compeer Financial Discovery Barnyard.
Aerial Attractions Trampolines
Aerial Attractions Trampolines have jumpers securely harnessed and use bungees to help create a high-flying, fun-filled experience for $15. Located on Wetley Way near Entrance C, in the Exposition Center, and on Sue Wetley Court across from Cracovia.
SkyGlider
Presented by Kwik Trip. Don't miss this bird's-eye view of all the fun down below! One-way tickets are $6, and round-trip is $10. Tickets are available at each end of the SkyGlider near the Exposition Center and on North Grandstand Avenue near the SpinCity Entrance.
SpinCity
Don’t miss SpinCity - the State Fair’s exciting Amusement Ride & Game Area! SpinCity features a super assortment of amazing rides and games with plenty of great chances to win fabulous prizes! The area also offers well-shaded seating areas and plenty of delicious concessions.
WonderFair Wheel
Presented by Meijer. North America’s largest traveling Ferris wheel is 15-stories high with an amazing view of the State Fair and surrounding cities! Located on Main Street near Entrance C.