Northeast Florida Fair in Callahan: October 8 to 18, 2026
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The Northeast Florida Fair runs October 8 through 18, 2026 in Callahan, about 25 minutes northwest of Jacksonville. Rides, fair food, livestock, and exhibits, a few weeks before the big Jacksonville fair downtown.
- When: October 8 to 18, 2026
- Where: Northeast Florida Fairgrounds, Callahan
- Cost: Gate admission plus ride tickets or armbands
What to expect
A classic county fair with a strong agricultural core. Livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, midway rides, and everything fried that legally can be. It is smaller and calmer than the November fair downtown, which some families count as the feature.
Before you go
Weeknights mean shorter ride lines. Check the fair's schedule for armband nights, which are the budget move for families with ride-hungry kids.