2026 Monterey County Fair

Save BIG on fair tickets during the advance sale period! Save with reduced prices through Wednesday, September 2nd at 11:59 PM. Fair gates open at 12 PM daily.
Please note SPECIAL FREE DAYS at the 2026 Monterey County Fair:
Children 5 and under are admitted free every day.
Thursday, September 3 is Seniors Day. Seniors 62 or better are admitted free all day. Select adult carnival rides will not open until 3 PM.
Friday, September 4 is Military and Veterans Day. All Military, Veterans and their dependents are admitted free all day. Select adult carnival rides will not open until 3 PM.
Monday, September 7th is Kids Day. Kids 12 and under admitted free all day.

*All prices include processing fees. No refunds or exchanges.

Arena entertainment tickets do not include fair admission. You must purchase an admission ticket in addition to the arena event. Child ticket is for children 12 and under.