The Amarillo Tri-State Fair is just around the corner, and people from all over the Texas Panhandle and beyond prepare and plan for this huge event every year: the food, fun, rides, shows, rodeo, and more.

The Amarillo Tri-State Fair is Friday, September 18 to Sunday, September 27. Every day, they have something special to celebrate.

Read More: Then and Now: The Amarillo Tri-State Fair

Tri-State Fair 2026 Schedule at a Glance

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Photo Courtesy Amarillo Tri-State Fair

Friday, September 18

Celebrate at the Arch Gates

The first 150 through after they swing open the gates will receive food court coupons.

First Friday for First Responders

All first responders will receive free gate admission to the fair.

Saturday, September 19

Amarillo Tri-State Fair Parade - 10 am Downtown Polk Street

Boots & Beats Night at the Fair

Free concert with gate admission. Dance the night away with live music from Josh Weathers on Stage 1923.

Sunday, September 20

Fiesta Domingo

Fiesta De Charros Rodeo at the Fair. Savin' on Sunday with 6 gate admissions for $46.

Monday, September 21

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Photo Courtesy Amarillo Tri-State Fair

Taste of the Tri-State Fair

Celebrate all the food that makes the Amarillo Tri-State Fair so special. Enjoy Savor Specials at participating vendors.

Tuesday, September 22

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Photo Courtesy Amarillo Tri-State Fair

Ride 'Em Cowboy Night

On this night, fairgoers can take advantage of the Ride 'Em Cowboy Fun Pass. Get gate admission and a ride wristband for $25; that's 50% off.

Wednesday, September 23

Education Celebration

All K-12 and college students, teachers, and school personnel get free admission into the fair with a school ID.

Thursday, September 24

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Photo Courtesy Amarillo Tri-State Fair

Date Night Under the Fair Lights

Buy 1 PRCA rodeo ticket and gate admission and get one free.

Friday, September 25

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Photo Courtesy Amarillo Tri-State Fair

Ag and Western Roundup

A day to honor the ag and western way of life. Free admission for 4-H and FFA members (make sure to apply online for passes).

Saturday, September 26

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Photo Courtesy Amarillo Tri-State Fair

Military Salute

Free admission for active Military and Veterans with ID.

Sunday, September 27

Family Fun Day

It's the last day of the Amarillo Tri-State Fair. Get $2 rides at the Magic Money Kiosks and $35 Sunday Funday Band, which includes gate admission and a ride wristband at the gates.

Read More: The Sights of the Tri-State Fair in Amarillo

How to Get Tri-State Fair Tickets

Don't miss the Amarillo Tri-State Fair this year. For a full schedule of events, visit here. Get all your tickets to the Amarillo Tri-State Fair here.

Amarillo Tri-State Fair

Scroll through the sights of this year's Amarillo Tri-State Fair, rodeo action, midway lights, fair food and everything in between.

Gallery Credit: Lori Crofford

Amarillo Tri-State Fair

The Sights of the Tri-State Fair

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