Jacksonville Fair 2026 Guide: Dates, Gate Times, Ticket Prices, Free Days and Every Concert (Nov. 5–15)
The 2026 Jacksonville Fair runs Nov. 5–15 at 13601 Normandy Blvd. Gate times, $15 admission (or $10 early bird through Nov. 4), the $25 Mega Pass, free Senior and Veterans days, and the full concert lineup.
The Jacksonville Fair runs Thursday, Nov. 5, through Sunday, Nov. 15, at the fairgrounds at 13601 Normandy Blvd. on the Westside. Gate admission is $15 for adults and $10 for kids 6 to 12 and seniors 65 and older. You can save by buying early-bird tickets or the $25 Mega Pass online by Wednesday, Nov. 4.
Seniors get in free on Nov. 6 and Nov. 13, and military members and veterans get in free on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Here's the full guide.
Gate times, day by day
| Date | Gates open | Special |
|---|---|---|
| Thu., Nov. 5 | 5 p.m. | Opening night |
| Fri., Nov. 6 | 3 p.m. | Senior Day: free for 65+ |
| Sat., Nov. 7 | Noon | Rodeo, 5 p.m. |
| Sun., Nov. 8 | Noon | |
| Mon., Nov. 9 | 5 p.m. | |
| Tue., Nov. 10 | 5 p.m. | |
| Wed., Nov. 11 | Noon | Veterans Day: free for military and veterans |
| Thu., Nov. 12 | 5 p.m. | |
| Fri., Nov. 13 | 3 p.m. | Senior Day: free for 65+ |
| Sat., Nov. 14 | Noon | |
| Sun., Nov. 15 | Noon | Closing day |
The fair hasn't posted closing times, so check the daily schedule before a late visit.
Ticket prices
| Ticket | Adult | Child (6–12) | Senior (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early bird (online, Sept. 1–Nov. 4) | $10 | $5 | $5 |
| At the gate (Nov. 5–15) | $15 | $10 | $10 |
The $25 Mega Pass is the best deal if you plan to ride:
- What it includes: gate admission plus a ride armband with unlimited rides on most mechanical rides
- Good for: any one day of the fair
- When to buy: on sale only Sept. 1 to Nov. 4, online at etix.com or at Walgreens
- Not included: two rides, the Spaceport and Mr. Chubby's Wing Wheel, need separate payment. Food, Marketplace shopping and amphitheater concerts aren't included either.
Riding without a Mega Pass? Ride armbands and individual ride credits are sold at the fair's ride kiosks. Prices hadn't been posted as of Oct. 20.
What a family of four could spend
Here's the math for two adults and two kids ages 6 to 12, using the fair's posted prices. Parking isn't included because the 2026 price hasn't been posted.
| Plan | Admission | Rides | Budget Bites, one item each at $7 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early-bird tickets, no rides | $30 (2 × $10 + 2 × $5) | none | $28 | $58 |
| Gate tickets, no rides | $50 (2 × $15 + 2 × $10) | none | $28 | $78 |
| Four Mega Passes (bought by Nov. 4) | included | unlimited* | $28 | $128 |
| Two adults at the gate, two kids with Mega Passes | $30 for the adults | unlimited* for the kids | $28 | $108 |
*Except the Spaceport and Mr. Chubby's Wing Wheel.
The cheapest way in: buy early-bird tickets online by Nov. 4. If your kids want to ride all day, the $25 Mega Pass usually beats paying for admission and ride credits separately.
Free and discount days
- Senior Days, Fri., Nov. 6, and Fri., Nov. 13: free gate admission for ages 65 and older, with a valid photo ID. Gates open at 3 p.m.
- Veterans Day, Wed., Nov. 11: free gate admission for active-duty, retired and veteran military, plus a $20 ride pass (a $45 value). Gates open at noon.
The concert lineup
Concerts are at the Jax Amphitheater on the fairgrounds. Concert tickets are sold separately and include fair admission. Amphitheater gates open at 6 p.m. unless noted.
| Date | Concert |
|---|---|
| Thu., Nov. 5 | JJ Grey & Mofro |
| Fri., Nov. 6 | Grace Potter, with Lamont Landers |
| Sat., Nov. 7 | Dwight Yoakam, with The Sedonas |
| Sun., Nov. 8 | Pop 2000 Tour with Chris Kirkpatrick of *NSYNC, Ryan Cabrera, O-Town, BBMak and LFO |
| Mon., Nov. 9 | Skillet, with The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus |
| Tue., Nov. 10 | Corey Smith |
| Wed., Nov. 11 | Jake Owen, with Dirt Road Ghost |
| Thu., Nov. 12 | Smash Mouth and Fastball, with Nine Days |
| Fri., Nov. 13 | 311, with Sitting on Saturn |
| Sat., Nov. 14 | Tribute day: Heart-Shaped Box (Nirvana tribute), Ordinary Boys (The Smiths tribute), A Foreigner's Journey to Boston and Vintage Cowboys (gates 1:30 p.m.) |
| Sun., Nov. 15 | LOCASH and John Morgan |
Jacksonville's own: JJ Grey & Mofro, who open the fair on Nov. 5, are a Jacksonville band.
The rodeo
The Horses & Heroes Rodeo is Saturday, Nov. 7, at 5 p.m. at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center.
- General admission: $45.35
- VIP: $84.44
Both rodeo tickets include fair admission.
Food on a budget
The fair's Budget Bites program has fair favorites for $4 to $7 at 17 food stands. They include:
- Super Dog
- Libby's Ice Cream
- Holy Macaroni
- Henry's Kettle Korn
- Harvell's Sausage
- Dre's Place BBQ
- King's BBQ
- Dippin' Dots
- Cocina de Birria
- Mitchell's Boiled Peanuts
- Jim's Gourmet Fresh Cut Fries
- Best Around Turkey Legs & Roasted Corn
The fairgrounds have more than 50 food vendors in all.
What's free with admission
Your gate ticket covers a lot more than walking the midway:
- Grounds entertainment and shows
- Live music on the 904 Sound Stage and the Duval Hall Stage
- The Duval Hall Expo
- The agriculture barn and livestock shows
- Contests and competitions, including the horticulture show
Where it is and how to get there
The fair moved from downtown, where it ran for 70 years, to its current home at 13601 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221. That's on the Westside, near the First Coast Expressway (State Road 23). The fairgrounds cover more than 82 acres, with more than 5,000 parking spaces, a 10,000-seat amphitheater and a 40,000-square-foot indoor hall.
The fair's directions all route drivers to SR 23 (First Coast Expressway) and then to Normandy Boulevard. Parking prices for 2026 hadn't been posted as of Oct. 20.
Before you go: the rules
- Bags, purses and coolers are searched at every entrance.
- Not allowed: weapons, fireworks, outside alcohol, drones, bikes and skateboards
- No pets, except service animals
- Strollers and wheelchairs: you can bring your own. Electric scooters and wheelchairs are also for rent on the fairgrounds.
- Box office: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., if you need help with tickets
Quick answers
When is the 2026 Jacksonville Fair?
Thursday, Nov. 5, through Sunday, Nov. 15.
How much are tickets?
$15 for adults and $10 for kids 6–12 and seniors at the gate. Early-bird tickets are $10 and $5 online through Nov. 4.
Is there a free day?
Yes. Seniors 65 and older get in free on Nov. 6 and Nov. 13. Military members and veterans get in free on Nov. 11.
What's the Mega Pass?
A $25 one-day pass with admission and unlimited rides on most rides. It's sold only through Nov. 4.
Are kids 5 and under free?
The fair lists child tickets for ages 6 to 12. Check the ticket page for younger children before you go.
The fair, the rodeo and the concerts are on our free Community Events calendar.
Source: Jacksonville Fair (Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair)
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