Hours & Pricing

The 2026 State Fair is happening September 10-20, 2026! We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another unforgettable year of food, fun, and entertainment. Stay tuned, hours and pricing information will be announced soon.

New Mexico State Fair, September 10 - 20, 2026

Fair Hours

10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday - Thursday

10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday - Saturday

Midway Hours

Opens 2:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Opens 10:00 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays

Kiddie Land Hours

Opens 12:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
Opens 10:00 a.m. Saturday - Sunday

Midway Preview Weekend

Hours

September 4-7

Sept. 4: 5 p.m. - close

Sept. 5-7: 3 p.m. - close

Pricing

Admission - Free
Wristbands:
Sept. 4: $30
Sept. 5-7 $35

ONLY THE MIDWAY WILL BE OPEN FROM SEPT. 4-7, THE FAIR DOES NOT OPEN UNTIL SEPT. 10

General Admission

On-site Ticket Prices
Adult - $20.00
Senior (65 and older) - $15.00
Kids (6 to 12 years old) - $15.00
Children 5 and under - FREE

Online Ticket Prices
Adult - $15.00
Senior (65 and older) - $10.00
Kids (6 to 12 years old) - $10.00
Children 5 and under - FREE

Click here to BUY NOW

*For groups of 20 or more, please call us at (505) 339-4786 for assistance.*
*Once you leave, there is no re-entry to the fairgrounds without repurchasing a ticket*