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Kansas State Fair Dillon’s Dollar Day: September 14, 2026

Dillon’s Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair is the best deal if you want cheap admission to the Kansas State Fair and cheap carnival rides! Admission is only $1 (FREE if you present your plastic Dillons card).

Dillon’s Dollar Day offers the best deal at the Kansas State Fair. While regular admission costs around $10, you can enter for just $1, or even for FREE if you bring your physical Dillons card. Make sure to read all the details below, and if you are interested in Carnival Discounts and deals at the Kansas State Fair.

When is the Kansas State Fair? It is September 11- 20, 2026

  • FREE gate admission with Dillons Plus Card
    • You must present either a plastic card or proof of card using the app or a Kroger Rewards Card.
    • One free gate admission per Plus Card
    • $1 gate admission for non-Plus Cardholders at the ticket booth
    • Kansas State Fair Ticket Office: P: 620.669.3618 A: 2000 N. Poplar, Hutchinson, KS 67502

Monday, September 14, 2026

BEST DEAL! $1 Admission to the Kansas State Fair or FREE with your Dillon Dollar Plus Card

If you DONT go on Dillon Dollar Day, Expect to Pay:

Gate ticket pricing: regular ticket prices start:
Advanced Adult  (13 – 59)    $7            Regular Adult       $10
Advanced Senior (60+)        $4            Regular Senior    $6
Advanced Child (6-12)         $4            Regular Child      $6
There is a small processing fee for each ticket ordered online. 

My Kansas State Fair Ultimate Guide

The Kansas State Fair is one of my favorite Kansas traditions, and there are so many ways to save while you’re there! I put together my Ultimate Kansas State Fair Guide with carnival ride deals, concerts, discount days, food specials, and all my best tips, including how you can get into the Fair for just $1.

Kansas State Fair Hutchinson

Here are some pictures from our last visit to the Kansas State Fair. My family had such a great time. We spent the whole day exploring everything the fair had to offer. From the rides and animals to the food and live music, there was something for everyone to enjoy. It’s one of those days where we laughed a lot, made memories, and didn’t want it to end. If you haven’t been, I highly recommend planning a full day; there’s more than enough to keep the whole family entertained.

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