General
What is the curfew?
In the order to maintain safety of everyone at the Sioux Empire Fair and continue to keep this a family friendly event the Sioux Empire Fair is enacting a 9pm curfew for anyone 17 and under not accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. Anyone 17 and under must be accompanied at all times after 9pm while on the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds. The curfew will be enforced at the Sioux Empire Fair on the W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds starting August 1 until the end of the fair on August 9.
Are pets allowed at the Fair?
No, only ADA APPROVED service dogs are allowed into the Sioux Empire Fair and they must be under the control of their handler at all times. Comfort/Emotional Support Animals are not protected by the ADA. For more information on the definition of an ADA Service Animal please visit the ADA website FAQ's https://www.ada.gov/resources/service-animals-faqs/
Are any ATMs on site at the Fair?
Yes, various ATMs are available throughout the grounds during the Sioux Empire Fair. You will be charged a small fee for each transaction.
Are Mobilty Aids Available at the Fair?
We do not have a vendor who provides mobiilty aids or assistive devices. Courtesy Carts are available at each gate and can take you to a general location. Ask a gate attendant for assistance in calling a courtesy cart. Courtesy carts will take you to a general location, but will not remain with you to shuttle from destination to destination.
Grandstand Entertainment
How do I get a Meet & Greet?
When Meet & Greet passes are available, they are given away through the Sioux Empire Fair social media pages, through local radio stations, or through artist fan clubs. Meet & Greets cannot be purchased from the Sioux Empire Fair.
How do I get an Early Access Pass?
Early Access Passes are given away through the Sioux Empire Fair social media pages and through select local radio stations. Early Access Passes cannot be purchased.
Carnival
Parking
Where should I park on the fairgrounds?
General public parking is available in the North Parking Lot and East Parking Lot during the Sioux Empire Fair. Both lots can be conveniently reached off of Madison Street.