Santa Fe County

Fair Board

The Santa Fe County Fair Board is an advisory body to the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) and consists of between nine and 13 community members, serving two-year terms.

Established by Ordinance 2000-05 , the Fair Board is responsible for the promotion and development of youth, agriculture, home economics, creative art skills and similar activities of interest in Santa Fe County by holding an annual fair and such other public exhibits as determined. The Fair Board recommends other actions that it deems fit, including property and facility maintenance, development and leasing, contracting for services and acquiring equipment and facilities. Additionally, the Board establishes policies concerning management, conduct, and activities of the Fair Board.

2026 County Fair Dates
July 28, 2026 – August 1, 2026

2026 Fair Board

Chair
Tim Newsted
Vice-Chair
Eric Sanchez
Treasurer
Jordan Barela
Secretary
Kelly Jones

Members

  • Melisa Robertson
  • Beth Grey
  • Jim Butler
  • Hillary Shuert
  • Wayne Roybal

Meeting Info

The Fair Board meets quarterly on Mondays at 6:00 p.m.
Santa Fe County Fair Grounds
3229 Rodeo Road, Santa Fe

For a complete list of meeting documents (agendas, packet materials, and minutes), view the information below.

Event Calendar

Staff Liaison

Laura Hernandez
Facility Ops Maintenance Manager
505-992-3054
lhernandez@santafecountynm.gov

2026 Meeting Documents

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