WHAT ARE THE FAIR DATES AND HOURS?

May 15–24, 2026

• Friday (Opening Day): 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Sunday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Monday: Closed
• Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Thursday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Friday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Saturday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
• Sunday (Final Day): 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

WHERE IS THE FAIR LOCATED?

📍 North Little Rock Riverfront Park
Overlooking the Arkansas River
Address: 120 Riverfront Park Dr, North Little Rock, AR 72114

Entrance Options:

• West Gate (Main Entrance):
  Across from the Wyndham Hotel at Willow St & Riverfront Park Dr
• East Gate:
  Near Submarine House off Riverfront Dr

FAIR SPECIALS

🎟️ Early Bird Special

Get your $22 discounted wristbands before Opening Day at the NLR Welcome Center

📍 600 Main St, Suite 100, North Little Rock
🕒 Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 4 PM
⏰ Sales end 4 PM on Friday, May 15

🎢 Wristband Pricing

• $30 Wristbands (Saturday & Sunday)
  ⏰ 12 PM – 10 PM
  Note: Wristband Sales Stop at 8 PM on final Sunday, May 24.
• $25 Wristbands (Wednesday, Thursday & Friday – including Opening Day)
  ⏰ 5 PM – 10 PM

💥 $2 Tuesday

One of the most popular nights of the fair:

• $2 Gate Admission
• $2 Rides
• Select $2 Games
• Select $2 Food Specials

⏰ 5 PM – 10 PM

🇺🇸 Military Appreciation Day (Final Sunday – May 24)

• $25 Wristbands for Armed Forces & Families (with ID)
  ⏰ 12 PM – 8 PM

WILL THERE BE ATMS AVAILABLE?

Yes. Multiple ATMs will be located throughout the park, including at the gate entrances, with clear signage.

WHAT IS THE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE?

We feature a Beer Garden with live music on our stage inside Friday, Saturday, and Sundays.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME?

• ID
• Cash
• Sunscreen
• Fans
• Comfortable footwear

DO I NEED TICKETS OR A WRISTBAND TO RIDE? WHAT ABOUT MY CHILD OR BABY?

Yes. Anyone who wants to ride must have either a wristband or ride tickets, including parents accompanying children.

• Most kiddie rides require 3 tickets per rider
• Each ride has a height stick to determine eligibility
• Some rides are children-only and do not allow adults

For babies:

• May ride the Ferris wheel with a parent
• If able to sit up, they may also ride:
  • Fun Slide (in a parent’s lap)
  • Train
  • Teacups

WHAT CAN’T I BRING?

All guests and belongings are subject to search upon entry.

Prohibited Items:

• NO glass
• NO alcohol or outside beverages
• NO weapons
• NO backpacks
• NO drones
• NO fireworks
• NO illegal substances
• NO bicycles or 2-wheeled devices (except mobility devices)
• NO professional cameras (detachable lenses longer than 2")
• NO laser pointers or similar devices
• NO vending
• NO dogs, unless service animals.

WHERE DO WE PARK?

Parking is available in nearby streets and surrounding lots, with both free and paid options.

We also partner with a local shuttle service (golf carts) at select times to help transport guests.

👉 CLICK HERE for the parking map

WILL YOU HAVE LIVE ANIMALS?

Yes! We feature a petting zoo by Cockrill’s Country Critters located on the west end of the fairgrounds.

• Pony rides and camel rides are typically available
• Availability may vary, so check with vendors on-site

EXIT & RE-ENTRY

No re-entry (within reason).

LOST & FOUND

Please turn in lost items to security at the front gate.

If you’ve lost something:
📧 thepulaskicountyfair@gmail.com

SAFETY & MEDICAL

Your safety is a top priority.

• Medical team on-site during all fair hours
• Security personnel available throughout the grounds

We have officers from:

• North Little Rock Police Department
• Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office
• Elite Security Solutions

Security measures include:

• Bag checks and metal detector wands at entry
• Overhead surveillance with direct feed to police

ARE YOU HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE?

Yes, the Pulaski County Fair is handicap accessible. If you have any specific needs, please feel free to contact us at thepulaskicountyfair@gmail.com. 

HOW DO I PURCHASE TICKETS?

• Gate admission tickets: Purchased at the box office (day-of only)
• Ride wristbands: Purchased separately inside the fair

💡 Best deal:
$22 Early Bird wristbands at:
North Little Rock Welcome Center Office
600 Main St, North Little Rock

Available mid-Spring through 4 PM on May 15

WHAT IS YOUR TICKET POLICY?

This is a rain or shine event.
No refunds due to weather or other conditions.

HOW DO I SUBMIT MY BAND OR ACT TO PERFORM? 

Fill out the form on our JOIN US page.

HOW DO I SUBMIT TO BECOME A VENDOR? 

Fill out the form on our VENDORS page.

HOW DO I BECOME A SPONSOR? 

Fill out the form on our JOIN US page.

HOW DO I SUBMIT TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER? 

Fill out the form on our JOIN US page.