Wednesday, July 15th - Sunday, July 19th 2026
Stars, stripes and county fair nights! The fair takes place July 15-19, 2026. Amusement Attractions, shows on the midway, bingo, raffle, and free bandshell entertainment. All events subject to change.
Carnival ride tickets are available online now. Buy your one day ride passes or Mega Band ride passes now! Or give carnival ride passes as gifts. Check out Amusement Attractions for more information.
From the first note to the last encore, the energy and intensity of Slamabama will have your undivided attention. These 4 musicians’ incomparable stage presence can only be described as a uniquely perfect blend of Country, Rock & Pop.
Friday and Saturday the Grandstand will feature PBR Bull Riding! See all the Grandstand Events
2026 Pennington County Fair Parade starts at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, July 15th. Followed by Fireworks at dusk over the fairgrounds.
2026 Carnival Ride Passes
Mega Ride Pass (Presale Only) – $78.25
Day Ride Pass (Presale Only) – $26.75
Available to purchase in advance through Amusement Attractions.
Carnival Hours – Subject to change
Wednesday, July 15th: 5 pm – Close
Thursday, July 16th and Friday, July 17th: 3pm – Close
Saturday, July 18th and Sunday, July 19th: 1pm – Close
2026 Grandstand Event Passes
| Event | Adults | 12 and Under |
| Eagle Creek and Slamabama | $10 | $5 |
| Thunder on Hooves | $25 | $10 |
| Demo Derby | $20 | $10 |
| Grandstand Pass (All Events) | $50 | $20 |
Grandstand Pass available at: Cenex Travel Plaza, Northdale Square/Main/Petro, Station 59, Hugo’s, and Erl’s Market in Thief River Falls; Kruse In in St Hilaire; Cenex in Goodridge; Eagle Square in Red Lake Falls.
2026 Fairgrounds Parking Passes
Season – $10 | Daily – $5
Tri-Valley Bus FREE Bus Route To The Fair
FREE fair shuttle within the city limits of Thief River Falls. T.H.E. Bus no longer has set pickup times at locations. Call 218-686-6153 for a ride during the times listed below:
Wednesday: 3 pm – 8:30 pm
Thursday: 2 pm – 8:30 pm
Friday: 1 pm – 8:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am – 4 pm
Sunday: 8:30 am – 1:30 pm
