Contestants may enter antiques at the 2026 Panhandle-South Plains Fair

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LUBBOCK, Texas— The 2026 Panhandle-South Plains Fair is coming to life as crews and organizations prepare to welcome families back for another year of longtime fair traditions.

For generations, the South Plains Fair has brought families and the community together through agriculture, antiques, canned goods and local organizations that help keep the fair’s history and traditions alive each year.

One of those traditions can be found inside the Women’s Building, where contestants can enter antiques to be showcased and compete for prizes.

Antiques must be at least 50 years old to be eligible for competition.

Entries will be accepted at the following times:
Tuesday, Sept. 22, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 9 a.m. to noon.

For more information, call 806-744-2482 or 806-799-4537.