Space Coast State Fair 2026 in Viera: Dates, Hours, Prices and Shows

When is the Space Coast State Fair in Viera in 2026?

The 42nd annual Space Coast State Fair runs 18 straight days, from Thursday, October 29 through Sunday, November 15, 2026, at Space Coast Daily Park in Viera, Florida. Gate admission is $10 and includes all live shows.

Every fall, right about the time the humidity finally breaks, a giant Ferris wheel goes up along Stadium Parkway in Viera and the whole county knows what is coming. The Space Coast State Fair is back for its 42nd year, and the 2026 dates were just announced.

Billed as "Brevard's Biggest Party," the fair is the largest annual family event on Florida's Space Coast. It draws visitors from every corner of Brevard County and well beyond, thanks to a location in the middle of the county right off Interstate 95.

Here are the 2026 dates, hours, prices, and entertainment lineup, plus a few thoughts on why an event like this is part of what makes living in Viera and central Brevard so appealing.

Space Coast State Fair 2026: Dates and Location

The fair runs every day from Thursday, October 29 through Sunday, November 15, 2026. That is 18 consecutive days, covering three full weekends.

It takes place at Space Coast Daily Park, 5775 Stadium Parkway, Viera, FL 32940. If you know the area, that is the open ground near the USSSA Space Coast Complex, just west of I-95 at the Viera Boulevard and Stadium Parkway corridor. Parking is $5 cash and is good for the entire day.

Fair Hours

• Monday through Thursday: 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
• Friday: 5 p.m. to midnight
• Saturday: 1 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• Sunday: 1 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Your gate wristband lets you leave and come back the same day, which is handy if you want to head home for dinner and return for the nighttime shows.

Admission and Ride Pricing

Gate admission is $10 and includes every live show and attraction inside the fair. Children under 36 inches tall and adults over 65 get in free. The fair's website also lists a U.S. military admission discount.

Rides are priced separately, and you can choose how you want to pay. Individual ride tickets are available, or you can buy an unlimited-ride armband for $25 Monday through Thursday or $30 Friday through Sunday. A Fast Pass option for $10 more includes all rides and lets you skip the regular ride lines.

The fair also runs themed discount nights throughout the 18 days, including Seniors Mondays, Dads and First Responders Night on Wednesdays, Ladies Night on Thursdays, and Midnight Madness on Fridays. Check SpaceCoastStateFair.com for the specifics on each one.

The 2026 Entertainment Lineup

This is where the fair separates itself from a parking-lot carnival. Every show below is included with your $10 gate admission.

The headliners this year are the McIntyre Family Circus, Benjamin Jackson's interactive hypnosis show, and Squawk the Amazing Bird Show. There is also a Michael Jackson "Thriller" tribute, Lucha Libre professional wrestling on select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 9 p.m., and professional bull riding.

For younger kids, look for Angela's Petting Zoo, pony and camel rides, stilt walker Diana Rose, the Beneficial Bugs Ball, and daily foam parties. After dark, the haunted house opens, which lands perfectly since the fair kicks off two days before Halloween.

Rides on the Midway

Modern Midways is bringing the rides again this year. Featured thrill rides are expected to include the Giant Wheel, Vertigo, Hyper Loop, Fire Ball, Himalaya, bumper cars, the Zipper, and the Tilt-A-Whirl. The kids' side has the Grand Carousel, Dragon Wagon, Frog Hopper, Rio Grande Train, and Speedway.

The fair is a rain or shine event with no refunds, so keep an eye on the forecast if you are buying armbands in advance. Late October and early November are usually some of the driest, most pleasant weeks of the year on the Space Coast.

Why This Says Something About Living in Viera

I show a lot of homes in Viera, and one thing relocation buyers notice quickly is how much happens within a few miles of Stadium Parkway. The USSSA complex hosts tournaments nearly every weekend. The Avenue Viera has shopping and restaurants. Lakeside Social has added a waterfront gathering spot at Viera Town Center. And every fall, the fair takes over the park for almost three weeks.

That density of events is part of why Viera, Rockledge, and Suntree keep drawing buyers from out of state. You get a master-planned community feel with new construction options, but you also get a real calendar. Brevard County's central location means Cocoa Beach, Melbourne, and Titusville residents can all get to the fair in 20 to 30 minutes.

The event is supported by the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners and the Space Coast Office of Tourism, which tells you it is treated as a community institution, not just a traveling show. Forty-two years in, it has earned that.

Tips for Fair Night

Go on a weeknight if you want shorter ride lines and the $25 armband. Bring cash for parking. If you are coming from the beachside, take the Pineda Causeway to I-95 north and exit at Viera Boulevard, or come up Wickham Road and cut over on Stadium Parkway. Arrive close to opening on Saturdays and Sundays, since the 1 p.m. start gives you daylight hours for the kids' rides before the evening crowd builds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does the Space Coast State Fair cost?

Gate admission is $10 per person and includes all shows. Kids under 36 inches and adults over 65 are free. Unlimited-ride armbands are $25 Monday through Thursday and $30 Friday through Sunday, and parking is $5 cash.

Where exactly is Space Coast Daily Park?

Space Coast Daily Park is at 5775 Stadium Parkway in Viera, FL 32940, near the USSSA Space Coast Complex and just west of Interstate 95. It sits in the middle of Brevard County, making it an easy drive from Titusville, Cocoa, Melbourne, and the beachside towns.

Is the Space Coast State Fair open every day?

Yes. The 2026 fair runs every day from October 29 through November 15, with evening hours Monday through Friday and afternoon-to-night hours on Saturdays and Sundays.

Curious About Homes Near Viera?

If a community with this kind of year-round calendar sounds like your speed, I can show you what is available in Viera, Rockledge, and the surrounding Space Coast neighborhoods. My partner Nichole and I got your back. Reach out anytime at (321) 212-7676 or www.livingspacecoast.com.