The Jacksonville Fair runs Nov. 5-15 at 13601 Normandy Blvd. Gate times, $10 early tickets to Nov. 4, free senior and Veterans Day entry and every concert.
Last checked Oct. 14, 2026, against the fair’s own ticket page, daily schedule, deal days, JAX Amphitheater lineup, directions page and FAQ. This page is updated each year at the same address.
Yes, it is on. The 71st Greater Jacksonville Agricultural Fair runs Thursday, Nov. 5, through Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, and for the first time it is not downtown. It has moved to the new Jacksonville Festival and Fairgrounds, 13601 Normandy Blvd., on the Westside, with a new JAX Amphitheater hosting a national act every night.
Who to call
- Fair box office: 13601 Normandy Blvd., open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Friday; jacksonvillefair.com
- Emergency: 911; Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office non-emergency 904-630-0500
Tickets
From the fair’s ticket page. Early bird prices end at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4. After that, admission is full price and sold only at the gates, not online.
| Ticket | Early bird, online to Nov. 4 | From Nov. 5, at the gate |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $10 | $15 |
| Child, 6 to 12 | $5 | $10 |
| Senior, 65 and up | $5 | $10 |
| Child, 5 and under | free | free |
| Mega Pass (admission and ride armband, one day) | $25 | not listed |
- A ticket is good for one day of your choice.
- The Mega Pass covers most unlimited mechanical rides. Spaceport and Mr. Chubby’s Wing Wheel cost extra.
- Ride armbands and credits on the grounds are sold by Deggeller Attractions at kiosks. The fair has not posted those prices.
- Food, drinks, shopping and amphitheater concerts are not included in admission.
Free days
From the fair’s deal days page:
- Senior Days, Fridays, Nov. 6 and 13: free gate admission all day for 65 and up, with a valid photo ID. Gates open at 3 p.m.
- Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11: free gate admission for active-duty, retired and veteran military, plus a $20 ride pass. Gates open at noon.
Gate times and concerts
The fair’s daily schedule lists when the gates open but not when they close. Every JAX Amphitheater concert ticket includes fair admission for that day. Prices are the range on the fair’s amphitheater page.
| Day | Gates open | JAX Amphitheater | Show | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, Nov. 5 (opening night) | 5 p.m. | JJ Grey & Mofro | 8 p.m. | $38 to $71 |
| Friday, Nov. 6 (Senior Day) | 3 p.m. | Grace Potter, with Lamont Landers | 7 p.m. | $38 to $112 |
| Saturday, Nov. 7 | noon | Dwight Yoakam, with The Sedonas | 7 p.m. | $43.50 to $187 |
| Sunday, Nov. 8 | noon | Pop 2000 Tour with Chris Kirkpatrick, O-Town, BBMAK, Ryan Cabrera and LFO | 7 p.m. | $32.50 to $54.50 |
| Monday, Nov. 9 | 5 p.m. | Skillet, with The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus | 7 p.m. | $38 to $71 |
| Tuesday, Nov. 10 | 5 p.m. | Corey Smith | 7 p.m. | $38 to $60 |
| Wednesday, Nov. 11 (Veterans Day) | noon | Jake Owen, with Dirt Road Ghost | 7 p.m. | $38 to $87 |
| Thursday, Nov. 12 | 5 p.m. | Smash Mouth and Fastball, with Nine Days | 7 p.m. | $38 to $60 |
| Friday, Nov. 13 (Senior Day) | 3 p.m. | 311, with Sitting on Saturn | 7 p.m. | $49 to $87 |
| Saturday, Nov. 14 | noon | Tribute afternoon: Heart-Shaped Box, Ordinary Boys, A Foreigner’s Journey to Boston and Vintage Cowboys | 1:30 p.m. | $11.50 |
| Sunday, Nov. 15 | noon | LOCASH and John Morgan | 7 p.m. | $38 to $71 |
Amphitheater doors open at 6 p.m. for the evening shows. The fair also runs a rodeo on Friday, Nov. 6, and Saturday, Nov. 7, sold as bundles with fair admission from $45.35 on its rodeo page. Free with admission: the 904 Soundstage, the Duval Hall stage and expo, grounds entertainment and the barn.
Getting there and parking
The fairgrounds are on Normandy Boulevard (State Road 228) by the First Coast Expressway (State Road 23). From the fair’s directions page:
- From Interstate 10, either direction: take Exit 350 for the First Coast Expressway (State Road 23) south, take the Normandy Boulevard exit and turn right (west) on Normandy Boulevard to 13601 Normandy Blvd.
- From Interstate 295: merge onto I-10 west toward Lake City, then follow the route above.
- Another way in: the fair’s directions also send drivers south on State Road 23 to the POW/MIA exit (Exit 44), then right on Fairfield Way.
Parking: the fair has not published a parking price or lot map yet; its premium parking section says “more info coming soon.” Follow the event signs and traffic staff on the day. We will add the parking details when the fair posts them. This is a new site on a busy road, so allow extra time on opening night and the weekends. Check road construction and closures and getting around Jacksonville before you go.
Rules at the gate
From the fair’s FAQ:
- Security: walk-through metal detectors at every gate; bags, purses and coolers are searched.
- Not allowed: weapons, fireworks, drones, bikes, skateboards, hoverboards and outside alcohol.
- Pets: none, except service animals. Emotional support animals are not allowed.
- Strollers and wagons: allowed on the grounds, but they must be folded during amphitheater shows. Scooters and wheelchairs can be rented on site.
- Rain: no rain checks or refunds. Tickets are refunded only if an event is canceled entirely.
What this means for you
- Buy online by Nov. 4 to pay $10 instead of $15 for an adult.
- Seniors go free on Nov. 6 and 13, and military on Nov. 11.
- A concert ticket gets you into the fair that day, so there is no need to buy both.
- Parking details are still to come; leave early for the new Westside site.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the Jacksonville Fair in 2026?
Thursday, Nov. 5, through Sunday, Nov. 15, 2026, at the new Jacksonville Festival and Fairgrounds, 13601 Normandy Blvd., on the Westside, the fair says.
How much are Jacksonville Fair tickets?
Through 11:59 p.m. Nov. 4, advance tickets online are $10 for adults and $5 for children 6 to 12 and seniors 65 and up; the $25 Mega Pass adds a ride armband. From Nov. 5 admission is $15 and $10, sold at the gates only. Children 5 and under get in free.
What time does the Jacksonville Fair open?
Gates open at 5 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, at 3 p.m. on Fridays, and at noon on Saturdays, Sundays and Wednesday, Nov. 11, according to the fair’s daily schedule. The fair has not published closing times.
Are there free days at the Jacksonville Fair?
Yes. Seniors 65 and up get in free with photo ID on Fridays, Nov. 6 and 13. Active-duty, retired and veteran military get in free on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, with a $20 ride pass option.
Are the fair concerts free with admission?
No. Amphitheater concerts are ticketed separately, but every JAX Amphitheater concert ticket includes fair admission for that day, the fair says.
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