New Jersey State Fair

Event Details

Since 1999, the Sussex County Farm and Horse Show has been officially designated the New Jersey State Fair. This 9-day celebration draws over 220,000 visitors with livestock competitions, 4-H exhibitions, horse shows including AHSA-sanctioned competitions and the Sussex County Grand Prix, crafts, cooking contests, carnival rides, and entertainment.

Set at the Sussex County Fairgrounds in Augusta, it’s one of the biggest agricultural events in the state.

Fair Dates & Hours

•  Opening Day (Fri, July 31): 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
• Weekends (Sat–Sun): 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
• Weekdays (Mon–Fri): 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM

🎟️ 2026 Admission Prices

Advance Admission (Save 20%! Ends July 30 at 5 PM)

• Adults: $12
• Seniors: $8
• Children: $4
• VIP 9-Day Pass: $90

Regular Admission (Starting July 31st at 5 PM)

Available online or at the gate:

• Adults (13–59): $16
• Seniors (60+): $10
• Children (6–12): $5
• Veterans/Active Military: $7

💡 Tip: Skip the ticket line—buy online and head straight to the gate!

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🎉 Special Promotions & Discount Days – ONLY available at the GATE!

• 🎈 Opening Day (Fri, July 31): Admission just $5
• 👧 Children’s Day (Tues, Aug 4): Kids (6–12) just $4
  • Includes Sensory-Friendly Carnival Hours: 12–2 PM
• 🪖 Military & Police/Fire/EMS Day (Wed, Aug 5): Free with valid ID
• 👵 Senior Day (Thurs, Aug 6): Seniors (60+) just $4
• 🌆 Evening Discount (After 8:00 PM): Adults $10 | Veterans $5

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🎠 Carnival Passes & Specials

🎟️ Carnival Mega Pass (Online Only – Ends July 30 at 11:55 PM)

      Includes 1-day admission + unlimited rides

             Adults (13+): $33

             Children (6–12): $28

     Ride Hours:

             Weekends: Opens at 10 AM

             Weekdays: Opens at 12 PM

💥 Pay-One-Price Wristbands (Admission sold separately)

             Fri, July 31 – Dollar Day: Rides $1 each (min. $10 strip)

             Mon, Aug 3 (Noon–Close): $30

             Tues–Thurs, Aug 4–6 (Noon–6 PM): $25

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🎪 Ticketed Special Events (Fair admission required)

2026 Dates to be Announced Soon – Please Check Back

• Bull Riding – 📅 
  Adults (13+): $10
  Child (6-12): $5
• Demolition Derby – 📅 
  Reserved ($18) & General Admission ($16)
  Kids 5 & under: Free 
• Monster Truck Show – 📅 
  Adults (13+): $15
  Child (6-12): $10 
• Championship Pulling Series – 📅 
  Adults (13+): $10
  Child (6-12): $5
• Truck Pull – 📅 
  Adults (13+): $10
  Child (6-12): $5

$16 adults, $5 kids (6-12)

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