Alabama National Fair
- Dates
- Oct 8 to 18, 2026
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Garrett Coliseum / Alabama National Fairgrounds
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 14, 2026
Alabama National Fair returns to Montgomery, AL, Oct 8 to 18, 2026. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
What to eat & drink
The organiser's Food & Beverage page lists more than 90 named menu items grouped into Asian Foods, BBQ, Beef, Chicken, Drinks, Fish, Pork, Sandwiches, Seafood, Shrimp, Snacks and Sweets categories, from Camp Stew and Birria Tacos to Deep Fried Twinkies, Holy Macaroni and a Donut Burger, without further vendor-level description in the fetched page text.
The experience
What's special
The Alabama National Fair, branded 'The 11 Best Days of Fall,' runs eleven consecutive days each October at Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery. Children four and under are always free and children five to twelve pay ten dollars every day, while military personnel and first responders with ID are admitted free every day of the run; Ride wristbands are priced separately on top of admission, changing by the day from thirty-five to forty dollars, or one dollar per ride on Dollar Day itself
What people love
The organiser's own Food & Beverage menu names more than ninety items across a dozen categories, from Camp Stew and Birria Tacos to a Donut Burger, Holy Macaroni and Red Velvet Funnel Cake
Music & entertainment
Lineup not yet announced. Email me the day it lands.
Getting there
How do I get to Alabama National Fair?
By car
Most people drive to Alabama National Fair. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
🅿 Parking
On site parking available. Cost Included with the purchase of a general admission ticket.
🚙 Car hire
Where
Venue
Garrett Coliseum / Alabama National Fairgrounds
Accessibility & comfort
What the organiser or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
Clear bags must be clear plastic/vinyl/PVC and no larger than 12"x6"x12", or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag; childcare items including diapers must also be carried in an approved clear bag. Patrons carrying required medical supplies or devices are exempt from the clear-bag material rule but will have the bag and items screened
Confirm your specific needs with the organiser's access team before you travel.
Pricing
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