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5 ways to save at the Washington State Fair

Here are five tips and tricks for saving money at the Washington State Fair.
Credit: Bob Noble/Washington State Fair

Be an Early Bird

Skip the lines and print your tickets at home or get them on your phone! Purchase your tickets online by Aug. 30 to get the Early bird discount: $3 off.

Pack a lunch

Food at the fair is delicious, but it can get pricey. Save some dough by letting the kids pick one fair treat to go along with their sack lunch.

Be a local

If you’re a Pierce County resident “Doing The Puyallup” every Thursday will help you save. But don’t forget the required coupon (get it here).

Deals include:

• Buy one get one free gate admission

• 2-for-1 Thursday Grandstand shows

• The first 1,000 guests each Thursday receive a commemorative pin

Donate

After the Western Rodeo Parade and Cattle Drive, get into the Fair for free with a suggested donation of new school supplies. It's happening at entry gate on Sept. 7 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Park it

Save on parking (and gas) by taking the Sounder train or bus to the fair this year. A complimentary bus will be available from Puyallup Station to the Red Gate. Just show your Sounder train ticket or ORCA card when you hop on for a free ride.

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