RV Rentals at Montana State Fair
The Montana State Fair will be celebrating its 94th year in 2025. This is a nine-day exhibition that highlights the best of Montana’s art, horticulture, animals, and culinary experiences. The Montana ExpoPark has been home to the fair since 1931, and the grounds feature Art Deco-era architecture, where rides, rodeos, horse racing, comedy shows, and more are on display.
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
Top activities at the Montana State Fair include the Big Sky Pro Rodeo, which features competitions sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, the carnival, which features the 90-foot-tall Star Tower ride, and the horse racing events. Competitive exhibits will be on display, too, with over 22 different departments of talent, and entertainment will be available on the main grounds for acts by illusionists, musicians, comedians, and many more.
ON-SITE AMENITIES
There are plenty of amenities available at the Montana State Fair, including lots of food and drink concessions in the carnival area. Other amenities include ATMs, wheelchair rentals, stroller and wagon rentals, people movers, police and medical assistance, and showers.
LOCATION
The Montana State Fair is held annually at the Montana ExpoPark in the city of Great Falls, right on the scenic Missouri River. The street address is: 400 3rd St. NW Great Falls, MT 59404
LINEUP
The 2025 lineup for the Montana State Fair will be announced soon. For the latest updates, visit the official event page.
RVING AT THE EVENT
Camping is available onsite at the Montana State Fair for you to enjoy during the weeks of the event. Campsites are limited, so it’s best to make reservations in advance by contacting the Montana Expo Park Fairgrounds directly. Campsites at the fairgrounds are shaded and have some electrical hookups. Here are some tips for staying at the Montana State Fairgrounds: • Camping is available only during large-scale events like the fair, so be prepared to leave your site as soon as the fair concludes. Camping in the days leading up to the fair may not be available. • Pets are allowed at the campgrounds, but they must be supervised at all times. You will also need to pack properly for your pets before you camp since you’ll need plenty of pet food and waste collection bags. • Campsites at the campgrounds are gravel but not level, so be prepared to take extra steps to level your RV once you arrive. • If the campgrounds at the fairgrounds become full or are otherwise unavailable for the fair, you can try camping at another campground near Great Falls.
WHERE TO STAY
If you would prefer, you can stay at a nearby hotel instead of a campground for the Montana State Fair. • The SpringHill Suites Great Falls is a great hotel to choose if you’d like to be within walking distance of the fair. This hotel is just 5 miles from Great Falls International Airport as well, and it has an indoor pool, free Wi-Fi, and a restaurant. • The Staybridge Suites Great Falls is also within walking distance of the fairgrounds, and it is on the Missouri River. Features of this hotel include kitchens in all rooms, an airport shuttle, and a pool and hot tub area. • Central Motel sits beside West Side Kiwanis Park, and it has free Wi-Fi and parking for guests. Extended stays are available, too.
HOW TO GET THERE
To reach the Montana ExpoPark from Great Falls International Airport, take I-15 North. Continue on I-15 North for 2.2 miles, then take exit 280 toward US-87 North. Turn right onto I-15BL, then keep right to continue onto Central Avenue West. After 0.8 mile, turn left onto 6th Street NW, and the fair will be on the right.
PARKING
Parking for the Montana State Fair is free. However, it is limited, and you can only access parking areas from the NorthWest Bypass entrance.
TICKETS & PRICING
Tickets for the fair cost $9 for adults. For seniors over 60, they are $6, and children under 5 may enter free. Children ages 6 to 17 may enter for $6.
WRAP UP
The Montana State Fair is a spectacle to see for rodeos, horse races, live music, and more. Stay at the fair or nearby in your RV to make sure you don’t miss a day of entertainment. Plus, when you stay in your RV, you’ll be able to cook a meal when the concession lines become too long. For more updates about the Montana State Fair, check out the Montana ExpoPark’s Facebook page.
Please note, this is not the official source of the event information. While we try to be as comprehensive as possible, some details may have changed since the time this article was written. Please confirm final details with the official event page.
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