New Mexico State Fair announces 2024 concert lineup

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico State Fair announced this year’s rodeo/concert series lineup Thursday. According to a news release, some of the big names coming this year are Jo Dee Messina, Brad Paisley, Cole Swindell, and Josh Turner.

Tickets go on sale March 22. They will also be available at the New Mexico State Fair Box Office and online. Rodeo and concert ticket purchases include admission to the fairgrounds.


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“We are thrilled to announce this year’s star-studded lineup,” said General Manager Dan Mourning in a news release. “The concert/rodeo series is a long-standing tradition at the New Mexico State Fair and we are proud to offer an amazing entertainment lineup for all New Mexicans to enjoy!”

In addition to the musical performance, the New Mexico State Fair will also offer the “heart-pounding action of the Pro Rodeo Cowboy Association (PRCA) Rodeo.”

The New Mexico State Fair starts on September 5 and runs through September 15.

Concert/Rodeo Lineup Below

Note: Some days are still TBD. KRQE will update as more information is released.

  • September 5 – New Mexico Barrel Racing Association Barrel Racing

  • September 6 – Jo Dee Messina with PRCA Xtreme Bulls

  • September 7 – Concert TBD with PRCA Xtreme Bulls

  • September 8 – Land of Enchantment First Impression Rodeo

  • September 11 – PRCA Rodeo

  • September 12 – Brad Paisley with PRCA Rodeo

  • September 13 – Cole Swindell with PRCA Rodeo

  • September 14 – Josh Turner with PRCA Rodeo

  • September 15 – PRCA Rodeo -Matinee

Fair Hours

Fair Hours, September 5th – 15th, 2024
10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday – Thursday
10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday

Midway Hours
Opens 2:00 p.m. Monday – Friday
Opens 10:00 a.m. Saturdays and Sundays

Kiddie Land Hours
Opens 12:00 p.m. Monday – Friday
Opens 10:00 a.m. Saturday – Sunday

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