The Washington State Fair has been a gargantuan PNW staple of community pride and tempting cuisine for the past century. Last Sunday’s event was no exception; here are some highlights from the Puyallup centered celebration. Maybe you’ll be enticed to attend in 2026!
(All photos credited to Isabella Estrada-Carbajal.)
Flower tours abound! Workers at the fair gave descriptions of the beautiful foliage that Washington has to offer!
Vibrant flowers blooming from The Planting Patch, with fresh green leaves and colorful petals standing out against the soil!
Featuring this very large chicken with a fancy hat standing proudly offering a quirky fair attraction.
A modest size ferris wheel with colorful cabins, adding a charming touch to the fairgrounds!
Here it shows the Kamikaze in action, right in the middle of a full loop with the little surprise of me riding it! While you aren’t able to see, the thrill and adrenaline of the moment was written all over my face!
A whimsical entrance into Sillyville!
Showcasing an exciting pig race, with pig #1, named Hammy Roberto! Leading the pack as he dashes to the finish line.
The Starship 2000 in the split second of a stop before spinning rapidly with vibrant colors capturing the excitement of the moment.
The view from above in the Swing Ride, shows a lively portion of the fair below, with colorful booths, barns, rides and crowds captured from a high, breezy vantage point!
A colorful entrance decked with flashy lights, festive masks and bold patterns inviting everyone to join the fun of the Mardi Gras ride!
A couple of excited guests getting ready to ride the Haunted Mansion ride, with spooky paintings all around and playful chills setting the scene for some frightful fun!
The biggest ferris wheel at the fair from a distance towering over the grounds with its bright lights!
Kassandra Estrada enjoying a larger turkey leg, savoring her food with a big bite and a smile!
A sweet ending to the fun fair night with a delicious funnel cake, golden and powdered with sugar, ready to be enjoyed!