Your kids are gonna love the Arizona State Fair
Look, here's the deal—it's that time of year again, mijo. The Arizona State Fair is about to kick off, and if you haven't been since you were a kid, or if you're bringing your *own* kids, you gotta know what's up. This isn't just some little shindig; it's a whole thing. Starts September 20th over at the fairgrounds near 19th Avenue and McDowell, right there in the heart of it all. They're promising new food, new rides, and all sorts of deals to make sure your wallet doesn't get lighter than a tumbleweed in a dust devil.
They're really leaning into making it fresh this year. I heard they've got some wild new food concoctions, like things deep-fried that probably shouldn't be, but hey, that's part of the charm, right? And the rides – from the classic Ferris wheel that lets you see the whole South Mountain range at sunset, to the scream-your-head-off roller coasters. It’s a good excuse to get out before the real heat breaks again, though let's be real, it's gonna be 100 degrees no matter what. That's the Valley, baby — 115 degrees and we're still out here.
* **New Food Adventures:** Prepare for the unexpected. Last year it was pickle pizza, who knows what they cooked up now.
* **Fresh Rides:** From tame to terrifying, something for everyone.
* **Saving Your Dinero:** Keep an eye out for those discount days and early bird specials.
* **Music Lineup:** Always a mix, from Tejano to rock, check the schedule.
For us Phoenicians, the State Fair is a tradition, a right of passage even. It’s where you see neighbors from Maryvale, families from Tempe, and folks from right here in South Phoenix all just trying to have a good time. It’s a moment to remember what makes this city tick – community, a little bit of craziness, and a whole lot of heart. Go get yourself a corn dog, enjoy the chaos, and make some memories before the real winter (all two weeks of it) hits.
Carlos Espinoza-Reyes, MiTL Sports Desk.
Oye, my compadres break down the fair and all the local happenings every morning, you gotta check it at mornings.live.