Miami-Dade County Fair Returns with New Rides and Eats

The 74th annual event promises thrills, food, and family fun through Easter weekend.

Mar. 13, 2026 at 2:03am

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The Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition is back for its 74th year, running through April 5 with a "Wild About the Fair" theme. The fair features 37 new food items, including a Bischoff cookie butter cheesecake funnel cake, as well as new rides like the Pegasus, which spins three different ways, and the "Super Miami" G-force ride. General admission is $18, with discounts available for weekday visits and free entry for kids 5 and under and adults over 65.

Why it matters

The Miami-Dade County Fair is a long-standing tradition that draws families and thrill-seekers alike, offering a mix of classic fair food, carnival rides, and agricultural exhibits. As one of the largest county fairs in the country, it serves as an important community event and economic driver for the region.

The details

The fair's new "Wild About the Fair" theme aims to get kids more involved, with opportunities to visit the livestock barns and see the animals. In addition to the 37 new food items, the fair also features two brand new rides - the Pegasus, which spins three different ways, and the "Super Miami" G-force ride. General admission is $18, with discounted $5 entry on Wednesdays before 6 p.m. and free admission for kids 5 and under and adults over 65.

  • The Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition runs through April 5, 2026.
  • The fair is open daily during this period.

The players

Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition

An annual county fair in Miami, Florida that has been running for 74 years and features carnival rides, agricultural exhibits, and a wide variety of food offerings.

Eddie Cora

A representative of the Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition who provided details about the new attractions and food options at the 2026 event.

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What they’re saying

“Seventy four years, not showing its age yet.”

— Eddie Cora, Fair representative

“The idea was to get the kids more involved, going to the barn and seeing the animals.”

— Eddie Cora, Fair representative

“Thirty-seven new foods. We had to create a food map just for the new food.”

— Eddie Cora, Fair representative

“Don't eat before you go on the ride.”

— Eddie Cora, Fair representative

“It's super fun!”

— Alex Miranda (wsvn.com)

What’s next

The Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition will continue running daily through April 5, 2026.

The takeaway

The Miami-Dade County Fair remains a beloved annual tradition, evolving with new food and ride offerings to keep families entertained. As one of the largest county fairs in the country, it serves as an important community event and economic driver for the region.