EXPO NM Home of the New Mexico State Fair

EXPO NM Home of the New Mexico State Fair The 2026 New Mexico State Fair will be held September 10th-20th. See you then! everyday

*Carnival will stay open at the discretion of carnival operators.

EXPO New Mexico is the state's only true multi-use entertainment and events facility, which in addition to being the site of the annual New Mexico State Fair, hosts hundreds of events throughout the year. Admission
Adults (age 12-64): $15
Seniors (age 65 and up): $8
Children (age 6-11) $8
Little Ones (age 0-5) FREE

Midway Carnival Hours:
Open Monday - Friday at 2 p.m.*
Open Saturday - Sunday at

10 a.m.*
Kiddie Land opens at 10 a.m. On nights when the carnival stays open later than the general fair, patrons must make their way to the carnival no later than 10 PM for ride access.

It's almost time for day ✌️ of Midway Preview weekend! See you soon! 🎢
09/05/2026

It's almost time for day ✌️ of Midway Preview weekend! See you soon! 🎢

The Midway Preview begins tonight, September 4 through September 7. If you live to ride the rides, this weekend is for y...
09/05/2026

The Midway Preview begins tonight, September 4 through September 7. If you live to ride the rides, this weekend is for you!

🎟 Friday, September 4: Opens at 5 PM | $30 wristband
🎟 Saturday, September 5 through Monday, September 7: Opens at 3 PM | $35 wristband

🚗 Parking is $10 per car. All vehicles should enter through Gate 1, and parking lots will open one hour before the Midway.

🚶 Pedestrians should enter at Cali and Domingo near the Vendor Gate. There will be no public carnival access through Gate 3. Guests parking through Gate 8 on Louisiana may use the south pedestrian tunnel and follow the posted signs and flags.

🚙 Uber, Lyft, and guest pick-up and drop-off will also take place at Cali and Domingo. Follow posted signs from Gates 3.

🚨 THE MIDWAY IS NOW OPEN! 🚨The Midway is here one week early so come enjoy all the rides minus the crowds!The Midway is ...
09/04/2026

🚨 THE MIDWAY IS NOW OPEN! 🚨
The Midway is here one week early so come enjoy all the rides minus the crowds!
The Midway is open until 10pm today and opens at 3PM Sept. 5-7. 🎢
Admission is FREE & ride wristbands are available for purchase on-site.

Headed to the New Mexico State Fair? Let’s make getting there the easy part.We’ve put everything you need to know about ...
09/03/2026

Headed to the New Mexico State Fair? Let’s make getting there the easy part.

We’ve put everything you need to know about parking, Park & Ride, entrances, and more in one place. Swipe through before you go so you can spend less time figuring out logistics and more time enjoying the Fair.

📅 Sept. 10–20

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Queens, Kings, Cocktails and Beats! 💃The Drag Brunch at the NM State Fair has got you covered! 🥂Join us on Sept. 13 for ...
09/03/2026

Queens, Kings, Cocktails and Beats! 💃
The Drag Brunch at the NM State Fair has got you covered! 🥂
Join us on Sept. 13 for the perfect way to spend Together at the Fair. 🌈

🚨 NEW FOR 2026! 🚨The State Fair is having its first-ever film showcase! 🎞Come and view student films from universities a...
09/02/2026

🚨 NEW FOR 2026! 🚨
The State Fair is having its first-ever film showcase! 🎞
Come and view student films from universities across NM.
Happening on Saturday, Sept. 19 from 4:30-9pm

Address

300 San Pedro Drive NE
Albuquerque, NM
87108

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 10pm
Saturday 9am - 10pm
Sunday 9am - 9pm

Telephone

(505)2653976

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