2025 Free and Reduced Gate Admission Days

Looking for the best deals on Fair Gate Admission? Our Free and Reduced Gate Admission Days offer seven unique opportunities to enjoy everything the Northwest Washington Fair has to offer—at a great value. Whether you're planning a family outing, a day with friends, or a solo adventure, these special offers make it easier to plan your visit and make the most of the 10 days of the Fair.

Community Education Day

THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2025
Whatcom County public, private, and tribal school employees receive complimentary gate admission with valid school credentials at Gates 1 or 5. Guests who are not school employees can also get free admission by donating one new backpack or four school supply items (from the list below) at Gates 1 or 5 between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Donations will be distributed by Blue Skies for Children to Whatcom County students. Requested items: new backpacks, pens, pencils, black Sharpies (fine & ultra fine point), folders, notebooks, glue, scissors (all sizes, left/right-handed), rulers (standard/metric), markers, highlighters, and Crayola crayons. Made possible by Trucordia.

Food Drive Friday

FRIDAY, AUGUST 8, 2025
Receive free gate admission between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM at Gates 1 or 5 with a donation of four food items (canned proteins, fruits, vegetables, dry pinto beans, rice and pasta) to benefit the Whatcom County Food Bank Network. Made possible by Brown & Brown.

FREE MORNING ADMISSION

SUNDAY, AUGUST 10, 2025
All guests receive free gate admission at Gates 1 or 5 between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Made possible by Peoples Bank.

First Responders Day

MONDAY, AUGUST 11, 2025
Honoring those who risk it all to help others. All law enforcement officers, EMTs, and firefighters with valid ID receive complimentary gate admission, including their spouse and children. Must enter through Gate 1 or 5. Made possible by Puget Sound Energy.

Military Appreciation Day

TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Saying thank you to our nation’s heroes by providing complimentary gate admission for all active duty, retired, and veteran military personnel with valid ID, including their spouse and children. Must enter through Gate 1 or 5. Made possible by Victory Legal Services PLLC.

Kids Day

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025
All children 12 and under receive complimentary gate admission at Gates 1 or 5. Made possible by WRS.

WWU Day

THURSDAY, AUGUST 14, 2025
All Western Washington University students, alumni, faculty, and staff with valid ID receive $2 off gate admission. Tickets must be purchased at Gates 1 or 5. The Fair is excited to partner for a fourth year with Western Washington University to provide this opportunity.