Honoring the Past, Celebrating the Present, Looking Toward the Future

September 4–13, 2026 · Ector County Coliseum · Odessa, Texas

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Since 1976, the Permian Basin Fair has been the gathering place where West Texas comes home.

For fifty years, our fairgrounds have hosted champion livestock shows, blue-ribbon creative arts, and the families who built this region. The 50th is our chance to honor every steward, exhibitor, and volunteer who carried this tradition forward.

Plan Your Visit

Everything you need to know

Fair Dates

Sept 4 – 13, 2026
Ten days of tradition

Location

Ector County Coliseum Odessa, Texas

Gate Hours

Mon–Fri: 4pm – 11pm
Sat–Sun: 10am – 11pm

Parking

Free parking on-site
Tickets at the gate

What's Happening

Popular Events

Champions Show

Livestock Events

Rodeo · Dog Trials

Arena Events

Blue Ribbons

Creative Arts

Hall of Fame · 2026

Bob Williams Inducted Into Hall of Fame

Lifetime Achievement Award Honors Decades of Service to Agriculture and the Fair Industry

The Texas Association of Fairs & Events has bestowed its highest honor on Bob Williams of the Permian Basin Fair & Expo, recognizing a career defined by integrity, leadership, and unwavering dedication to the fair and events industry.

A member since 1989, Williams has been a steady force for more than three decades — serving on the executive board, leading the farming and ranching division, and mentoring generations of board members.