El Paso County Fair
Come on out to the El Paso County Fair — a whole week packed full of fun entertainment, fair rides, food, live music and thrilling competitions sure to entertain the whole family.
Responsible for over a century's worth of family memories, the El Paso County Fair is one of Colorado Springs' signature summer events and is not to be missed.
In addition to standard fair attractions, such as carnival concessions, thrill rides and games, the Fair also features an exciting lineup of special events and evening activities sure to delight guests of all ages. Try your hand at corn hole, watch the 2026 auto races and demolition derby, catch the rodeo and much more at the annual El Paso County Fair.
2026 Dates, Times & Cost
Event Dates & Times
- Saturday, July 11: 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Sunday, July 12: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Monday, July 13: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Tuesday, July 14: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Wednesday, July 15: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Thursday, July 16: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
- Friday, July 17: 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
- Saturday, July 18: 10:00 - 11:00 pm
Location
El Paso County Fair and Events Complex, 355 10th Street, Calhan, CO
Cost
General Admission
See below for general admission pricing for the 2026 El Paso County Fair. NOTE: Special events and evening entertainment — including auto races, the rodeo, arena concert and demolition derby — are not included in general admission. Click here for complete pricing and to purchase tickets.
- $8 Adult Day Pass
- $29 Adult Season Pass
- $6 Senior Day Pass (Ages 55+)
- $19 Senior Season Pass (Ages 55+)
- $4 Youth Day Pass (Ages 3-12)
- $19 Youth Season Pass (Ages 3-12)
- $69 Adult Golden Ticket — Provides entry to all days of the fair as well as all evening entertainment
- $59 Youth & Senior Golden Ticket — Provides entry to all days of the fair as well as all evening entertainment
2026 Theme Days
Saturday, July 11 | Military Appreciation Day
Free General Admission for Active Duty & Veteran Military and Dependent Family.
Sunday, July 12 | Western Heritage Day
Celebrate the rich traditions of the West with a day dedicated to rodeo, agriculture and the cowboy way of life.
Monday, July 13 | El Paso County Day
Free General Admission!
Tuesday, July 14 | Senior Day & Sensory Day
Guests ages 55+ enjoy $3 admission. Sensory Day ensures everyone feels welcome with a sensory-friendly space and a Sensory Book from the Autism Society of Colorado to help navigate the fair.
Wednesday, July 15 | Dollar Day
General admission is only $1.00!
Thursday, July 16 | Give & Gather Day
Bring a non-perishable food donation to receive $2 off admission and help support our local community.
Friday, July 17 | AG Day
This day is all about celebrating the farmers, ranchers and 4-H partners who make agriculture a vital part of the fair and our community.
Saturday, July 18 | Heroes Day
$2 off General Admission for all first responders, doctors, nurses, police officers, firefighters, EMTs and educators who make a difference every day (plus their dependents).
2026 Ticketed Events
Add to the excitement of your fair experience by enjoying one — or several — of these special events. The events listed below are ticketed and are not included in General Admission.
Rough Stock Rodeo & Mounted Shooting | Saturday, July 11 | 6 PM
The Rough Stock Rodeo is all about the toughest riders taking on the most powerful animals in the arena. This event highlights the raw intensity of bronc and bull riding, where riders must hold on for eight seconds to claim victory. Unlike a traditional rodeo with multiple events, this rodeo focuses on the rough stock categories, offering a fast-paced and high-energy show. EPCF Colorado Regulators is proud to join this year's Rough Stock Rodeo event to finish out the night with Mounted Cavalry, Shotgun & Rifle Demos, as well as the Top Shooter Finals from earlier competitions.
CPRA Rodeo | Sunday, July 12 | 4 PM
Watch competitors of all ages participate in bareback riding, mutton busting, steer riding, tie-down roping and other exciting rodeo events. Sanctioned by the Colorado Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA), this event offers an authentic and exciting Western experience for spectators of all ages.
Auto Races | Monday, July 13 & Friday, July 17 | 6 PM
Start the fair with high-speed, adrenaline-pumping action at the BST Racing Auto Races. The event kicks off with hot laps at 4 PM, giving fans a chance to see the drivers test their skills and prepare for the competition. The main races begin at 6 pm, featuring some of the best local and regional racers battling it out on the track. Stick around after the final race on the 17th for a spectacular fireworks show to celebrate the closing weekend of the fair.
Demolition Derby | Saturday, July 18 | 6 PM
This event will surely be a "smashing" good time, as various classes of automobiles slam, crash and slide into one another on a dirt track with a goal of being the last vehicle standing. If you love loud engines, flying debris and intense competition, this event is the perfect way to close out the fair.
