New Mexico State Fair, September 5 - 15, 2024
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| Swings on the Midway |
With the aroma of roasting chiles in the air and back to school you know the New Mexico state fair is right around the corner. This year they are offering the Mega pass for $35 which includes unlimited rides and admission. That could save you up to $20 on weekend pricing. There are available for advance purchase here. https://statefair.exponm.com/p/buy-tickets
Fair Hours
10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday - Thursday
(Midway opens 2pm Monday -Friday)
10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday - Saturday
Online Prices - Fair Admission
Adult - $15.00 ($20 at gate)
Senior (65 and older) - $10.00 ($15 at gate)
Kids (6 to 12 years old) - $10.00 ($15 at gate)
Children 5 and under - FREE
Here's the deals
- If you want to go on unlimited rides any day of the week the Mega Pass is a good deal $35 includes an all day ride wristband and admission. the ride wristbands usually go for $30 - $40 at the midway weekdays vs weekends. these are only available for a limited time prior to the State Fair.
- Dollar day is Wednesday 9/11. Admission and ride tickets are $1. earlier in the day is the best time to go. It gets busy when the Midway opens at 2.
- Main street days has specific themes each day and offers free admission on that day to Law enforcement, fire fighters, military, and veterans.
- Thursdays are Graze days, All food vendors will offer one regular menu item for just $5 from 10 am - 4 pm.
Getting there
- Gate 1 on Central has parking available for $10.00 from Monday through Thursday and $20.00 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Gate 8 on Louisiana offers ample parking but fills quickly. Parking for Gate 8 is $10.00. There is free handicap parking at both gates.
- There is a shuttle from Coronado Mall for $10 per person
- Ride share like Uber and Lyft has a drop off gate at California and Domingo.
- Bike Valet will check your bike during fair hours FREE
