Your Arizona State Fair just got a major upgrade
Oye, so you think you know the Arizona State Fair? Every year, my prima brings her kids, and every year it's the same: dusty rides, a funnel cake, maybe a concert if someone good is playing. But this year, mijo, it sounds like they’re actually trying to spice things up. They're rolling out new food, new attractions, and even some deals so you don’t have to sell your abuela's car just to get the family through the gates. It kicks off September 20th over at the fairgrounds near 19th Ave and McDowell, which means a whole new level of traffic for everyone trying to get through the city.
### What’s New on the Menu?
Look, here's the deal— the State Fair food is usually about deep-fried everything. And I'm not complaining, a deep-fried Snickers hits different, you know? But this year, they’re promising some new stuff. No specifics yet on *what* exactly, but I’m hoping for something that goes beyond the usual. Maybe a Sonoran hot dog cart that's actually good, not just fair-good? Or some of that street corn that makes you forget about the heat for a minute.
Here's what we know so far:
* **New Food:** Details are scarce, but expect some fresh additions to the usual deep-fried lineup. * **New Rides & Attractions:** They're bringing in new thrills and entertainment. * **Deals & Discounts:** Ways to save some money, which is always a win when you’re taking the whole family. * **Artist Lineups:** The concerts are always a big draw, so keep an eye out for who’s playing.
This matters for us in Phoenix because the State Fair is one of those traditions that brings everyone together, from South Phoenix to Scottsdale. It's a place where you can run into people you haven't seen since high school, under the glow of those cheap carnival lights. And if they're making it a little fresher, a little more interesting, maybe it'll pull in even more people. That's the Valley, baby — 115 degrees and we're still out here finding ways to have a good time.
My compadres on the morning show dive into stuff like this every day — listen live over at mornings.live.