New Mexico ​State Fair
Albuquerque, NM
September 5-15, 2024

New Mexico offers three state fair events to enhance youth involvement in agriculture. Through livestock exhibition, craft projects, homemade food items or agriculture mechanics projects, FFA members can highlight their skills!
New Mexico State Fair, Expo New Mexico – Albuquerque, NM
Students enrolled in ag education that are considered FFA members in good standing are eligible to compete at the New Mexico State Fair.

The New Mexico FFA Red Barn

“The Red Barn” at the New Mexico State Fair offers a chance to educate the public on animal production in the agriculture industry. Chapters can volunteer to work at the red barn concession by contacting our state office or completing the registration form below:

New Mexico FFA Educational Booths

FFA Booths - Each year, chapters can create an original and informative display booth to showcase agriculture in their area. These cases are open to the public during the entire fair, and are judged on their theme, educational value, and attractiveness.

State Fair FFA Booths​

Southern New Mexico State Fair - Las Cruces, NM
September 25- September 29, 2024
Students enrolled in ag education that are considered FFA members in good standing in the counties of Doña Ana, Sierra, Luna, Otero, Hidalgo, Grant or Catron are eligible to compete at the Southern New Mexico State Fair.
Eastern New Mexico State Fair - Roswell, NM
September 30-October 5, 2024
Students enrolled in ag education that are considered FFA members in good standing in the counties of Bernalillo, Chaves, Colfax, Curry, DeBaca, Dona Ana, Eddy, Guadalupe, Harding, Lea, Lincoln, Mora, Otero, Quay, Roosevelt, San Miguel, Santa Fe, Socorro, Torrance, Union, and Valencia are eligible to compete at the Eastern New Mexico State Fair.