SHREVEPORT, La. — The State Fair of Louisiana will hold its 120th annual event from Oct. 29 through Nov. 15, 2026, at the Louisiana State Fairgrounds in Shreveport.
The fair will operate for 14 days and will be closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Daily hours are scheduled from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Admission will be free until 3 p.m. on weekdays, and parking will remain free throughout the event.
Advance discount tickets are set to go on sale July 15. Organizers will also introduce a limited “Fair Fan Pass,” offering admission for the full duration of the fair. A total of 250 passes will be available.
The event will feature carnival rides operated by Talley Amusements, along with live entertainment, food vendors, shows and attractions. The fair will also host the Louisiana Rodeo Cowboys Association Finals Rodeo on Oct. 30, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 during opening weekend. Organizers said the fair includes the largest livestock show in Louisiana.
The State Fair of Louisiana, founded in 1906, said it will continue to implement safety measures introduced in recent years, including increased security, surveillance systems and updated policies. A clear bag policy will be in effect, and attendees are encouraged to review guidelines before visiting.
Additional information and ticket sales are available at the State Fair of Louisiana website.