Rocket City Fall Fair FAQ – Tickets, Hours, Parking & Accessibility

Ready for a Fair Day? Don’t wait! Buy early, save money, and secure your spot at this year’s special Rocket City Fall Fair before the last day on September 27. We’re here 4 DAYS ONLY!

Buy tickets HERE. Tickets are available to purchase on-site or online. Tickets purchased online are valid for any day the fair is open – September 24-27. You do NOT have to attend on the date you purchased your ticket. All kids 4 and under get FREE entry.

Early-Bird Pricing – valid until September 16:

• Early-Bird Fair Entry Ticket: $8 (+1.70 Fee) 
• Early Bird Rocket Pass (Fair Entry + Unlimited Ride Band): $37.50 (+2.44 Fee) 
• Early Bird Family 4-Pack (Fair Entry + Unlimited Ride Bands for 4): $150 (+5.25 Fee) 

Advance Pricing – valid until September 23:

• Advance Fair Entry Ticket: $10 (+ $1.75 Fee) 
• Advance Rocket Pass (Fair Entry + Unlimited Ride Band): $40 (+ $2.50 Fee) 
• Advance Family 4-Pack (Fair Entry + Unlimited Ride Bands for 4): $160 (+ $5.70 Fee) 

Event Pricing – valid September 24-27:

• Fair Entry Ticket:
  • On-Site: Cash = $12, CC = $12.50
  • Online: $12 (+ $1.80 Fee)
• Rocket Pass (Fair Entry + Unlimited Ride Band):
  • Only Available Online: $42 (+ $2.55 Fee)
• Family 4-Pack (Fair Entry + Unlimited Ride Bands for 4):
  • Only Available Online: $168 (+$5.70 Fee) 
• Unlimited Ride Band’s are good for Unlimited Rides that day for the wearer of the band. (Available for purchase at the Fair):
  • Thursday: $27
  • Friday – Sunday: $30
• Ride Credits can also be purchased at the event in the form of a Funtagg Card. Credits on Funtagg Card are available for multiple people to use any day of the event, and the card can be reloaded at the “Rides” Kiosks.

Every rider will need to have an unlimited ride wristband or Funtagg Card.

Entry includes access to live entertainment, the petting zoo, special fall fun like a free pumpkin painting activation (take it home with you!), straw-bale maze, weekend fireworks shows, 8 foot tall “Space Cowboy”, petting zoo, and more! 

The Rocket City Fall Fair is open 4 DAYS ONLY!
Thursday, September 24 – Sunday, September 27

THURS: 4PM – 10PM

FRI: 4PM – 11PM

SAT: 12PM – 11PM

SUN: 12PM – 10PM

Rocket City Fair
at John Hunt Park

2195 Jaycee Wy, Huntsville, AL 35801

VIEW MAP HERE

All fairgoers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult (21+) at all times at the Rocket City Fair.

Yes! Anyone 60 or older, and active and retired military members, with a valid military ID, will get $10 entry if paying cash or $10.50 if paying with credit card (one discount per ID). These discounts are only sold on-site, not online.

Parking is $5 at the Rocket City Fair – Parking is Located in the Joe Davis Stadium Parking Lot. Follow directional signs so that you park in the correct lot. 

Yes! We have an area near the main gate exclusively reserved for handicapped parking. Please note that while most of the fair is pavement, there are wire covers and ramps. Also, during peak hours, our handicapped zone reaches capacity. For the convenience of our handi-capable patrons, we suggest arriving early for the best parking. 

Both cash and credit/debit are accepted for fair entry and ride tickets/wristbands. Some vendors may only accept cash. We recommend you bring some cash for games and food.

Yes! There are ATMs located throughout the fairgrounds. Please note they do include surcharges. The fair does not provide refunds. Plan accordingly.

Ride access is based on size. For our little ride enthusiasts, children as small as 30″ can enjoy rides if an adult accompanies them. Otherwise, access to rides varies by height for those who want to ride alone. Every rider, kids and adults, will need a ride ticket or wristband.

Every rider will need to have a ride wristband OR a Funtagg Card with Credits. These are available for purchase on-site.

• • • Unlimited Ride Band’s are good for Unlimited Rides that day for the wearer of the band. (Available for purchase at the Fair):
      • Thursday: $27
      • Friday – Sunday: $30
    • Ride Credits can also be purchased at the event in the form of a Funtagg Card. Credits on Funtagg Card are available for multiple people to use any day of the event, and the card can be reloaded at the “Rides” Kiosks.

We are open rain or shine. However, bad or severe weather can close, delay, or cancel the fair’s opening entirely – most of the time, however, it’s just an attraction, a show, or a few rides temporarily. We keep everyone updated via on-site communication as well as Facebook and Instagram accounts about whether we will delay opening due to inclement weather. In the event of cancelations and/or inclement weather, the Rocket City Fair does not offer refunds or rain checks.

Some acts, entertainment, activations, and booths may close up to an hour before the fair closes. Please prepare accordingly with your shopping, eating, and experience.

We do not currently provide rentals for these items. We encourage you to bring your own. Though some grass and gravel areas exist, most of the fair’s walkways are paved. Please plan ahead so everyone in your party will enjoy their time here.

For the safety and security of our patrons, re-entry into the fair is prohibited unless approved by Fair Staff. If you have a special circumstance, like pumping mothers, that requires you to leave the fairgrounds, please notify Fair Staff at the front gate for approval.

The fair discourages smoking of cigarettes, vapes, or e-cigarettes of any kind. If you must, please respect the air of those patrons around you.

We do not currently offer group specials.

The Rocket City Fair has a “No Refund” policy. Foxtrot Productions and our Amusement Partner, North American Midway Entertainment, do not provide refunds or rain checks for admission tickets, ride tickets, or ride armbands for any reason. All sales are final. Weather Notice: During periods of inclement weather, such as high/gusting winds, rain, or nearby lightning, some rides may not operate.

Prices, policies, programs, schedules, entertainment, and shows are subject to change or cancellation without notice. The Fair is not responsible for lost, stolen, or misplaced tickets. Ticket holders assume responsibility for him/herself and for each minor in the charge of the ticket holder. No rain checks. No refunds. The Rocket City Fair reserves the right, without any refund of the ticket purchase price, to refuse admission to or eject any person from the Fair for inappropriate conduct. Persons entering the facility assume all risks incidental to the event.

No. Pets are not allowed unless they are a licensed service animal.

ALL PERSONS ENTERING THE ROCKET CITY FAIR ARE SUBJECT TO RANDOM SEARCH. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE PROHIBITED ON THE FAIRGROUNDS: • Backpacks and bags larger than 17” x 14” x 8”. All bags are subject to search before entering. • Weapons • Alcohol, Illegal drugs or substances • Bicycles, skateboards, hoverboards or roller skates • Balloons of any kind • Drones • Fireworks • Laser pointers • Banners, signs, posters or fliers • Bull horns or air horns • Food and beverages of any type • Coolers, bottles, and cans • Glass containers • Lawn chairs • Pets • Selfie Sticks • Cameras and recording devices capable of producing professional-quality photos, video, or audio recording. SHIRT & SHOES REQUIRED. Patrons entering the facility assume all risks incidental to the event. Fair staff reserves the right to refuse admission or eject any person violating any law, rule, or policy or acting in any manner deemed inappropriate by management. The fair does not provide refunds.

First Aid/Medical are available during open hours at the Rocket City Fair. The First Aid is located at the main entrance.

Lost and found items are reported at the front gate and at the North American Midway Entertainment Office near the front gate.

You will be able to interact with the animals at the Petting Zoo. Some things to remember are: 1. WASH YOUR HANDS – Washing hands with soap and water after touching any animals or animal areas is the best way to combat transmission of disease 2. Don’t eat or drink in the Petting Zoo 3. Adhere to all warning and informational signs regarding animal contact.

All sales, marketing, campaigning, and fundraising must happen from inside an officially contracted booth space only. Distribution of flyers, promotional, campaign, or other marketing materials; the placement of signs; conducting business of any kind; or soliciting for sales or donations on Fairground property, including parking lots and easements, without a contract is strictly prohibited. Contracted vendors may only conduct business from inside their booth. To find out how to be a vendor please visit the “Vendor Info” section of our website.

The Rocket City Fair is a ticketed and privately managed, but open event. Professional photographers, media contracted or employed by the Fair, and local reporters will be present taking pictures and footage at the event. These images may be used, without further notification, at a later date to market this event. All persons entering the Fair are subject to having their image and/or likeness reproduced for promotional and/or publicity purposes in Fair, Sponsor or Media photography, video, broadcasts, and/or webcasts.

No drones are allowed on John Hunt property unless permitted by John Hunt Parks & Rec and Rocket City Fair management.

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Thanks for your interest in becoming a vendor or exhibitor at one of our events! Please click the link below and fill out the application. We will be in touch!

Fair Vendor Application

The Rocket City Fair is managed by Foxtrot Productions. The company that provides the rides and games is North American Midway Entertainment.