NMSF News:
The New Mexico State Fair has added park and ride services for the 2026 State Fair event to help ease traffic and congestion during prime hours at the Fair. Park and ride busses will pick up fairgoers at Coronado Center on Saturdays and Sundays only (Sept. 12-13 and Sept. 19-20).
“The best, fastest and safest way to get to the Fair is utilizing Park and Ride,” said fair General Manager Dan Mourning. “Not only does Park and Ride allow visitors to skip the traffic, but it also allows fairgoers expedited entry into the Fair!”
Park and ride will run from Coronado Center to the State Fair from 10 a.m. to 9:45 p.m., and from the State Fair to Coronado Center from 10 a.m. to 11:45 p.m., on Saturdays. On Sundays, service will run from Coronado to the State Fair from 10 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. and from the State Fair to Coronado Center from 10 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Park and ride tickets provide expedited entry into the Fair, allowing patrons direct access to all the fun! Security screenings will take place prior to boarding.
Ticket prices for Park and Ride are as follows:
- Bus Only Ticket: $10
- Bus + Adult Admission: $25
- Bus + Child Admission: $20
- Bus + Senior Admission: $20
- Children 5 and under: FREE
Park and ride tickets are available now online at statefair.exponm.com.
The 2026 New Mexico State Fair is scheduled from Sept. 10-20, 2026. The State Fair promises to be an incredible event, highlighting the culture, agriculture, art, and beauty of New Mexico, including top-quality music and entertainment. Visit statefair.exponm.com to purchase your tickets today.
