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FAQ / SAFETY
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Safety at the Alabama National Fair is a top priority,
with robust security measures in place to ensure the
well-being of all visitors and guests.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
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Everyone 17 years old and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Parent or guardian must be at least 21 years of age. Photo ID is required. Violation of policy may result in charges or arrest.
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Anyone wearing clothing or jewelry or other personal items that fair management and/or law enforcement deems offensive or gang-related will not be allowed on the fairgrounds. Exceptions and challenges will be answered at the discretion of Fair management and law enforcement.
Shirts and shoes are required at all times.
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For the safety of everyone at the Alabama National Fair, all persons entering the fairgrounds will have their bag searched and walk through a metal detector and/or be screened with a hand-held metal detector to search for prohibited items.
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Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC
and do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″
OR
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag
(Ziploc bag or similar)
All clear bags will be screened prior to entry into the fairgrounds. All clear bags not meeting the above requirements will not be permitted. Although permitted, childcare items, including diapers, must also be carried in an approved clear bag.
Fair patrons carrying required medical supplies or devices into the fairgrounds are not subject to the clear bag policy, but will be asked to have their bag checked at their entry gate for a thorough screening of the bag and the medical items. The person requiring these supplies or devices must always accompany the bag.
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By entering the Alabama National Fair or its programs, you acknowledge that photography, audio, and video recording may take place. Your presence constitutes consent to be photographed, filmed, or recorded, and for such materials to be used by the Alabama National Fair and its affiliates for news, promotional, advertising, broadcast, web, social media, or other purposes.
Images, videos, and recordings may be used to promote current and future events or to highlight the Fair. By attending, you release the Alabama National Fair, its officers, employees, and representatives from any liability related to the capture, use, publication, or distribution of such media.
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The “If You See Something, Say Something Campaign” is a simple and effective program to engage the public and key frontline team members in identifying and reporting indictors of terrorism, crime and other threats to the proper law enforcement authorities. If you SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING! Contact any police officer or medical staff on the fairgrounds or Fair Office at (334) 272-6831.
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The Alabama National Fair’s security program will include the aid of metal detectors.
Prohibited items include:
– Weapons (Including but not limited to pocket knives, firearms, etc.)
– Fireworks
– Outside Food or Beverages
– Drones
– Bike/skateboards/skates/hover boards
These items will be taken and will NOT be returned. Other items may be refused at the discretion of the Alabama National Fair management or police. The Fair has also adjusted safety procedures in several other areas including security staffing levels, vehicle access, traffic management and video.
Use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on fairgrounds. Intoxicated persons may be refused entrance or excluded by police.
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We monitor and follow all federal, state, county, and city protocols regarding health concerns. Those protocols change and as they do, we will also change our policies and procedures.
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GENERAL QUESTIONS
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We are located at 1555 Federal Dr.,
Montgomery, AL. The livestock
entrance gate is located at 1295
Coliseum Blvd; Montgomery, AL.
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Yes, we are a Section 501©3 non profit organization. We are the fundraiser of the Kiwanis Club of Montgomery. For more information on our charitable giving.
Click Here.
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Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC
and do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″
OR
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag
(Ziploc bag or similar)
All clear bags will be screened prior to entry into the fairgrounds. All clear bags not meeting the above requirements will not be permitted. Although permitted, childcare items, including diapers, must also be carried in an approved clear bag.
Fair patrons carrying required medical supplies or devices into the fairgrounds are not subject to the clear bag policy, but will be asked to have their bag checked at their entry gate for a thorough screening of the bag and the medical items. The person requiring these supplies or devices must always accompany the bag.
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If you exit the fairgrounds, re-entry will require the purchase of a new admission ticket. No exceptions will be made.
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The Fair Office is open Monday through Friday; 9 am to 4 pm. Office hours are extended closer to Fair time, please contact the Fair office for more details at (334) 272-6831.
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Parking is now included with the purchase of a general admission ticket.
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For more information,
Click Here.
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Prohibited items include weapons, fireworks, alcoholic beverages, drones and bike/skateboards/skates/hover boards. Other items may be refused at discretion of the Alabama National Fair management or police. The Fair has also adjusted safety procedures in several other areas including security staffing levels, vehicle access, traffic management and video. Use or possession of alcoholic beverages is prohibited on fairgrounds. Intoxicated persons may be refused entrance or excluded by police.
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Outside food and beverages are not permitted on the Fairgrounds.
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While we love animals, we ask that you please leave your pets at home as they will not be allowed on the Fairgrounds. This includes Emotional Support Animals. Service animals, as defined by the American with Disability Act, will be permitted on the Fairgrounds.
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If you are interested in
becoming a vendor,
Click Here.
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TICKETS
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For more information,
Click Here.
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Advance admission and advance ride wristband vouchers will go on sale Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
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