The Arizona State Fair has sadly been ruined.
You shouldn't have to work at having a good time.
It felt like my cash was hemorrhaging and that was just the beginning.
I have been a fan for a very long time and never expected it to come to this. They have gone crazy when it comes to prices. I spent over $300.00 last night for 3 kids and myself. You would think that would have included tons of fun, but sadly it was not.
The atmosphere is sad and monopolized by individuals who act nasty/rude towards other guests of the fair. Sure you can come on wristband day, but then it's ridiculous lines of people for each ride. I purchased numerous ticket cards and two of them had to be reset. Are you kidding me!!!!!!! Hundreds of dollars on tickets and you can't even guarantee they are on the card.
I hope they change the venue. It's self explanatory why this needs to happen. Also we saw the end part of the big fight and watched cops with a group of 50+ teens yelling/walking through the Fair grounds. One of the officers even had his tazer ready to use while escorting the suspects towards an exit.
The Arizona State Fair is not safe at night or welcoming. Please please please change your venue. I'm sure the Fair is saving tons of money by using that venue. However, you would make a ton of money at Westworld or something like that.
Again 7 dollars for a 30 second ride or 5-6 dollars for a ten second game is wrong. No reasonable justification and no accuracy within your card readers. I have been to the Arizona State Fair more times then I can count. The price gouging that is going on needs to end and should even be illegal.
I really hope they read these reviews and don't underestimate what is happening here. I can safely say that after this experience I will not be coming back to the fair. I have been a very loyal customer for over a decade, but it's just not worth it.