A family of 4? This is (about) how much it’ll cost to visit the Mississippi State Fair

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) – We’re on your side exploring the costs of visiting the Mississippi State Fair as a family of four.

You can park for free this year, but it’ll cost you $10 to get in – unless your child is under the age of five.

For a family of four, that would be $40.

Most kids can’t visit the fair without riding some rides, each one taking around 9-15 tickets. Different ticket packages are offered.

Let’s say the family of four gets 140 tickets. That would cost $60.

Gabe Cooper and his three sons are spending their money towards a main staple: fair food.

“The food prices,” he said. “Oh my gosh. Like, you got to eat before you come.”

Stopping by for a chicken-on-the-stick will cost you around $12.

Want to get some lemonade? It’ll be from $7-$10 depending on what size cup you buy. You may be able to get one free refill.

It’ll cost you roughly $80 (give or take) to feed a family of four.

Different vendors are set up throughout, offering everything from face painting to jewelry, that range in price.

On the low end, the average family will spend about $20 for souvenirs.

The grand total for a family of four rounds up to $200.

On a budget?

There are some options you can enjoy inside for free, including the petting zoo, the circus, and the popular biscuit booth.

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