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Adults: Monday-Friday (weekdays): $15
Adults: Saturday & Sunday (weekends): $20
Children (5-12): $7
Children (4 & under): FREE
ON SITE PARKING: $10 per car (CASH ONLY)
Ride Bracelets: $40
The safety of our fairgoers, volunteers, and staff is always a top priority. After extensive discussions with Essex Police Department, our security team at GMCS, and staff; and to align with fair and event industry practices; the Champlain Valley Fair is enacting a “Bags and Containers ” policy. Any questions can be directed to the Champlain Valley Fair staff at info@cvexpo.org or 802-878-5545.
Bag, Containers and Coolers Policy
Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bags no larger than 12” x 12” x 12” are allowed. All other bags must be 5″x9″x2″ or smaller (the size of a small purse or clutch). Backpacks, drawstring bags, coolers, duffel bags, tote bags, oversized purses, and other similar style bags are NOT permitted. Exceptions include diaper bags and bags containing essential medical equipment. All bags will be subject to search as referenced above.
Please pay close attention to the prohibited items list below.
- Bags larger than 5″x9″x2″ in size
- Firearms
- Knives, box cutters, tool of any kind, or any item that could be used as a weapon
- Pepper spray or mace
- Coolers of any types or size
- Alcoholic beverages, illegal substances
- Noise-making devices
- Confetti or glitter
- Fireworks
- Drones
- Skateboards, hoverboards or other personal recreational vehicles, except for ADA-required devices
- Projectiles (e.g., flying discs or beach balls)
- Visible obscene, indecent, or inappropriate clothing
- Laser pointers or similar devices
- Professional audio/visual equipment including tripods and monopods are prohibited in the Grandstand. Consumer rated cameras and video cameras are permitted but cannot be used to reproduce the game and must not interfere with other attendees’ enjoyment of the show.
Such items will be prohibited from being brought into the Champlain Valley Fair. There is no storage area for any items at the Champlain Valley Fair. Guests arriving by public transportation should take particular care not to bring any prohibited items, as no exceptions will be made.
Champlain Valley Fair management reserves the right to change or modify this policy without notice.
There are many ways to save at the Champlain Valley Fair! From Kid’s Day to Carload Special, there’s something for everyone. Below are all the daily specials we offer.
2026 Dates Below:
Friday, August 28 – Opening Day & “Kid’s Day”
Kid’s Ages 5 to 12 – $5.00 Admission All Day! As a reminder, kid’s ages 4 and under are free everyday!
Monday, August 31 – “Military Appreciation Day”
Military members (past and present) receive free admission with a valid Military ID.
Tuesday, September 1 – “Senior Day”
Seniors (55 & over): $12.00 Admission with valid ID at Gate.
Wednesday, September 2 – “Carload Special Day!”
$99.00 gets everyone in your vehicle admission, parking, and a ride bracelet (legal load limit) with Simon’s coupon. Coupons will be made available at your local Simon’s store in early August. Simon’s locations
Carload Special Day is presented by Simon’s.
Thursday, September 3 – “Hannaford Feed A Family Day” and “College Night”
Bring two non-perishable food items before 2:00 PM on Thursday, August 28, 2025 and receive free admission that day. Bring two more non-perishable food items and save $10.00 off a ride bracelet.
Feed A Family Day is presented by Hannaford
Currently enrolled college students gain free admission all day with a valid College Student ID!
(Note specials cannot be combined, food drive runs from Noon to 2:00 PM only)
Other Specials!
$10 after 5:00 PM Special (Weeknights)
Come for dinner and stay for the fun at the Fair, any weekday including opening Friday! Save $5.00 on regular adult admission when you arrive after 5:00 PM. (Discount programs cannot be combined with other discount admission programs.)
Midweek Madness!
Save big with special $4.00 deals at participating food vendors on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday around the grounds! Simply look for the Midweek Madness Logo on participating stands.
Read & Win
For kids K-8, find instructions here: champlainvalleyfair.org/read-win/
Concert Rules & Etiquette
We want you to enjoy your visit to the Champlain Valley Fair and we ask to to abide by a few rules to insure that everyone can enjoy the show.
Cameras – Cameras in the concerts are up to the performer. Some performers allow personal cameras for snapshots, but most do not allow professional level equipment. They distinguish professional level equipment usually by whether or not the lens can be removed. If you are bringing anything more than a simple point and shoot camera, be prepared to return to your car to leave it there.
Rain – Concerts are held rain or shine. The Fair maintains contact with the weather service at all times for the safety of all patrons and may choose to postpone or cancel a show if there is dangerous weather moving in. If that does occur, announcements will be made informing you of when and if the concert will resume or go on as scheduled. Your safety is our utmost concern and the decision to hold or postpone a show is based on that. Umbrellas are not allowed in the venue for safety reasons, but feel free to bring other rain gear.
Children – Not all concerts are suitable for children, please research the music and artist before you buy your tickets. All attendees must have a ticket, not matter what age.
Alcohol – State law prohibits the bringing of alcoholic beverages into the venue or the Fair. Adult beverages may only be purchased from a licensed vendor on the grounds. Anyone caught bringing in alcoholic beverages may be subject to eviction from the show and/or the Fair and possible prosecution.
Chairs and Blankets – We do not allow chairs or blankets into the venue.
Tailgating – We do not allow tailgate parties to occur in our parking lot.
Backpacks and Bags – Please read our complete bag policy.
Maps – Sometimes the PIT section is standing only, sometimes it is seated. Double check the ticket buying page for each concert.
