STARS Transit is making it easier than ever to enjoy the annual fair with the launch of its STARS Fair Shuttle, running July 29 through August 2. The shuttle provides convenient and affordable round-trip service between Downtown Plaza (615 Johnson St.) and the fairgrounds.

Shuttle departure times from Downtown Plaza to the Fair are:
• 10:05AM
• 2:05 PM
• 6:05 PM

Return trips from the Fair to Downtown Plaza run at:
• 11:00 AM
• 3:00 PM
• 7:00 PM
• 11:00 PM

Each one-way fare is just $5, and riders under 17 ride FREE with a valid STARS Youth Pass. Children must be 48 inches tall or shorter and 16 years old or younger to qualify. Youth passes can be obtained in advance by presenting a birth certificate at the STARS Customer Service Center. STARS recommends that riders arrive to the plaza at least 45 minutes in advance of their ride if they need to obtain a youth pass for their child.

Important Note: The last shuttle at 11PM is the final connection to downtown; regular bus routes will not be funning after this time. On Saturday, bus routes close at 6PM so both the 7PM and 11PM departures from the Fairgrounds will not connect with regular bus routes and attendees will need to arrange their transportation home from the plaza.

“We’re excited to help families and fairgoers get to and from the fair safely, affordably, and conveniently,” said Amy Bidwell, Executive Director of STARS. “The Fair Shuttle is part of our continued effort to remove transportation barriers and make community events more accessible—especially for our youth riders.”
For more information, visit Saginaw-STARS.com.