Gillespie County Fair 2026

There's nothing like a good old-fashioned county fair, and the Gillespie County Fair does it up right with a stock show, live music, midway rides, pari-mutuel horse racing, and classic fair food. There’s even a fair parade down Main Street and, of course, a contest to crown the next Gillespie County Fair Queen.

Mark your calendar for the 138th Gillespie County Fair, the oldest continuous county fair in Texas, Thursday, August 27 through Sunday, August 30, 2026.

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When & Where
Tickets
Activités de la foire
Entertainment Schedule
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Où et quand

Localisation

Gillespie County Fairgrounds & Exhibition Hall | 530 Fair Drive, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

Dates

Thursday, August 27: Gates open at 5 p.m. Free grounds and concert admission (carnival not included)
Friday, August 28: Gates open at 1 p.m.; carnival runs from 5-11 p.m.
Saturday, August 29: Gates open at 11 a.m.; carnival runs from 1-11 p.m.
Sunday, August 30: Gates open at 11 a.m.; carnival runs from 1–6 p.m., tickets only

Tickets

Tickets are available in advance at ticketstothecity.com. Children 5 and under are free every day.

Friday: Adults $15 | Students (K–12) with ID free until 6 p.m. | Seniors 65+ free until 6 p.m.
Saturday: Adults $20 | Children (6–12) $5 | Box seat $20
Sunday: Adults $10 | Children (6–12) $5 | Box seat $15

Girls in blue dressing waving on top of a float during the Gillespie County Fair Parade
Gillespie County Fair Queen's Float

Activités de la foire

The four-day fair includes midway rides and carnival games, livestock judging, agricultural and household exhibits, arts and crafts, FFA and 4-H exhibits, antique tractor displays, a washer pitching tournament, goat roping, a 42 domino tournament, non-food vendors, and live music and dancing every night.

Défilé

The Gillespie County Fair Parade is on Friday, August 28, at 10 a.m. on Main Street, traveling east to South Washington Street, then to Edison Street in downtown Fredericksburg. The parade is free to attend, and lawn chairs are welcome along the route.

Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing

The fair hosts the final weekend of the summer racing season on Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30. Quarter Horse and Thoroughbred racing, grandstand seating, and pari-mutuel betting round out the weekend alongside trials and futurities.

Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing

Entertainment Schedule

Jeudi 27 août

7 p.m.: Conjunto Cats
9 p.m.: Pepe Tovar Y Los Chaclas

Vendredi 28 août

8 p.m.: Rick Trevino
10 p.m.: Bellamy Brothers

Samedi 29 août

8:30 p.m.: Tristan Roberson
10:15 p.m.: Tracy Byrd

Times are approximate. Check gillespiefair.com for schedule updates.

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How do I purchase food and drinks at the fair?

All food and beverages are purchased with fair tickets (1 ticket = $1). Tickets are available on the fairgrounds. Beer and wine are also available for purchase, with a limit of two alcoholic beverages per person. View the full concessions menu on the official fair website.

Are outside food and drinks allowed?

No coolers or outside food and drinks are permitted at the Gillespie County Fair.

Can I bring a Yeti cup or tumbler?

Yes. Yeti cups and similar tumblers are permitted for pouring drinks.

Can I bring a lawn chair?

Yes. Lawn chairs are welcome for the parade, races, and concerts.

Are pets allowed?

No pets are permitted at the fair. Only ADA service animals are allowed.

Planifiez votre visite

The Gillespie County Fair is one of the most anticipated events on the Gillespie County calendar each August. Browse lodging options in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County and start planning your visit.

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