The Miami-Dade County Youth Fair and Exposition is back in all its glory for its 74th year, meaning rides, food and family fun are all just a ticket away. <\/p>\n
The Fair’s gates officially open Thursday at 4 p.m., but you have three weeks to participate in the magic of this South Florida staple, including 87 rides<\/a>, animal encounters, special eats and one-day only events. <\/p>\n Here’s what to know as you get into this year’s theme: “Wild About the Fair.” <\/p>\n When and where is the Youth Fair?<\/p>\n The Youth Fair is open from March 12 through April 5, 2026, except on March 16, 17, 30, and 31. <\/p>\n It’s located at 10901 SW 24th Street, Miami, FL 33165.<\/p>\n Verify hours of operation here.<\/a><\/p>\n How much are tickets to the Youth Fair?<\/p>\n First thing’s first: rides and admission must be purchased separately. <\/p>\n Admission costs $17.50 for one-time entry if you purchase online, or $18 on site. But the cheapest place to get tickets is at Sedano’s supermarkets, where you can purchase for $14.<\/p>\n A season pass is $38.25. <\/p>\n As far as rides go, you can purchase an unlimited ride wristband for $37 at Sedano’s, $44.50 online, or up to $47 on site, for one day only. <\/p>\n Children under 5 years old and adults over 65 get in free.<\/p>\n You can also get discounted admission and ride tickets, including: <\/p>\n $5 Days (March 12, 18 & April 1) \u2013 Guests enjoy $5 admission, $5 select food items and $5 off the regular on-grounds Unlimited Rides price all day. Valid March 12, March 18, & April 1.<\/p>\n Half Off Regular Admission Before 6 PM (Valid Monday-Friday) \u2013 Excludes $5 Days (March 12, March 18, & April 1). Coupon must be printed or presented on mobile device.<\/p>\n $6 Deals Before 6 p.m. \u2013 $6 deals on select food, games and merchandise. Mondays through Fridays before 6 p.m. Look for the $6 deals sign displayed at participating locations.<\/p>\n And there’s plenty more where those came from. See a whole list of discounted admission and ride tickets here.<\/a> <\/p>\n Getting to the Youth Fair<\/p>\n Parking is always free at the Youth Fair. If you drive, you can enter through: <\/p>\n SW 112th Ave & Coral Way<\/p>\n SW 114th Ave & Coral Way<\/p>\n SW 22nd St & 117th Ave<\/p>\n SW 21st St & 117th Ave<\/p>\n SW 107 Ave & SW 17 St<\/p>\n Rideshare services can drop off and pick up passengers at Coral Way and 112th Avenue.<\/p>\n A drop-off area for those with disability is located in the front of the main entrance at the fairgrounds.<\/p>\n What to do at the Youth Fair<\/p>\n