The fair was first held in October 1881, became a state fair in 1911 and moved to mid-September in 1960. The present fairgrounds, built with WPA funds in 1936-38, cover about 210 acres and include Tingley Coliseum (1957, 11,800 seats). The fair has concerts, rodeos, carnival rides, farm animals and New Mexican food.
Questions people ask
Where is the fair held?
At Expo New Mexico, the fairgrounds on Central Avenue in the International District.