2026
East Texas State Fair
The East Texas State Fair is Tyler's signature early-fall community celebration, drawing about 250,000 visitors each year with its new 2026 fairgrounds at 11315 State Highway 64 West in Tyler, Texas. The 2026 edition runs September 25 - October 4 and features food, carnival rides, live concerts, horticulture and art shows, livestock competition, a photography competition and more, operated for charitable and educational purposes since 1992.
- Dates
- September 25, 2026 — October 4, 2026
- Hours
- 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Unverified
- Venue
- Tyler
- Frequency
- Once a year
Please double-check the dates and location on the organizer website before attending.
East Texas State Fair 2026
The East Texas State Fair is a highlight of the early fall season in Tyler, Texas, drawing roughly 250,000 visitors annually. The 2026 fair will be held September 25 - October 4, 2026 at its new location, 11315 State Highway 64 West in Tyler.
What's featured
The fair offers food, carnival rides and midway games, live concerts, a horticulture show, an art show, a livestock competition and a photography competition, plus Senior Day and much more. It is organized exclusively for charitable and educational purposes, promoting education, entertainment and the spirit of competition the fair prizes a commitment to agricultural heritage, families and community service.
Since 1992 the fair has provided over $413,000 in scholarships, and its mission includes creating commerce for Tyler and Smith County by drawing participants to the fairgrounds complex.
Location & official info
Located at 11315 State Highway 64 West, Tyler, Texas, United States. Official website: www.etstatefair.com. For detailed schedules, concerts and tickets, visit the official East Texas State Fair website or its Facebook page.
Products on Display
- Carnival rides and midway games
- Live concerts and entertainment
- Food and beverage concessions
- Horticulture and floral exhibits
- Art and photography shows
- Livestock and agriculture competitions
- Livestock shows and demonstrations
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