The Big El Paso Fair at Ascarate Park is Underway: What to Know If You Plan to Go

From now through April 16, Ascarate Park is playing host to The Big El Paso Fair.

Below you'll find details on the special money-saving promotions, where and how to pay less on rides and admission, and the free family-friendly entertainment that will be going on.

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Family Friendly Entertainment

Among the family-friendly activities that will be taking place are magic shows, adrenaline-pumping motorcycle stunt shows, and a Foam Zone. All entertainment is free with your gate admission.

Foam Zone

Good, clean family fun in a mountain of foam

Majestic Spectacular

The motorcycle stunt show includes motorcycle swing acrobats, the Globe of Death, and freestyle jump ramps.
Extreme Illusions & Escapes

The illusionist and escape artist team perform a high energy, theatrical show consisting of large scale illusions and skillful escapes.

Kids Celebration

An interactive team-style game show that involves both spectators and competitors

Max Power & NITRO

Robot Max and his music pumping, mini monster truck NITRO. Max walks, talks, dances, and poses for photos.

Save Money at Walgreens and on Special Promotional Nights

To make it more affordable for families to attend on at least one of the nights, The Big El Paso Fair is making discounted pricing available at all Walgreens, and there will be special money saving promotional nights weekly.

Admission/3 Years and Older
(2 years and under is free)

•$15 at the gate
•Save 50% ($7.50 per person) at Walgreens through the end of the fair

MEGA RIDE PASS for State Fair Rides Only
(Does not include admission)

•$30 at the gate
•$10 off ($20 per wristband) at Walgreens through the end of the fair

Promotional Nights

• Tuesdays, April 4 and 11, are 2 for Tuesdays on state fair rides only. Buy a MegaPass Ride Wristband online or at the gate, and get another one free

• Monday, April 10, show your military ID and gate admission is free. Does not include MegaRide Pass.

• Thursdays, April 6 and 13, are Dollar Days. All state fair rides are $1 each to ride

Parking

Parking is free Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays throughout the Fair. Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, El Paso County will be collecting a special event gate fee of $5 cash per vehicle.

Dates and Times

• March 31 - April 16, 2023
• Monday - Friday: 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday: 1 p.m. to midnight

How to Get to Ascarate Park