Jim Wells County Fairgrounds Serve Community Year Round, Resources Expand
The Jim Wells County Fair Association maintains the fairgrounds in Alice as a year round community hub, offering the 88th annual fair materials and a range of event resources that matter for local vendors, families and youth. Clear contact information, office hours, admission rules and downloadable forms give residents direct access to bookings, exhibitors, scholarships and other services.
The Jim Wells County Fairgrounds at 3001 S. Johnson St. in Alice remain a central site for county life, providing not only the materials for the 88th annual Jim Wells County Fair but ongoing event space for livestock shows, vendor markets, concerts and community gatherings. The fair office lists weekday business hours of Monday to Friday 8:00 to 5:00 and provides a primary phone number, (361) 664-7595, and an email for inquiries at jimwellscountyfair@gmail.com.
The association offers practical tools for residents and visitors. The 2025 Fair Book and a downloadable fair booklet are available, and the fair pages outline admission fees including general gate admission, student admission and free entry for children six and under. Applicants and participants can find exhibitor rules, validation forms, merchant space details and schedules. The fair also lists officers and board members, including President Wil Baucom, First Vice President Pamela Olivarez, Second Vice President Patrick Thomas, Treasurer Joyce Trevino and Secretary Lilly Rodriguez.
Beyond the annual fair, the grounds host a range of community events such as a Kick Off Concert and a Cook Off, and the association maintains a Facebook link for timely updates and community posts. The site provides direct contacts for event bookings, sponsorship opportunities and exhibitor support, and sells the fair booklet for people preparing to participate as buyers, exhibitors or merchants.
For Jim Wells County residents the fairgrounds represent more than entertainment. They provide economic opportunity for small vendors, practical experience and scholarships for youth, and a physical space where countywide needs converge. Large public events also carry public health implications. Organizers and local health partners can use the grounds for outreach, emergency planning and preventive services to ensure safe, accessible events for all ages and abilities. Admission policies that include free entry for young children and available scholarships help reduce financial barriers to participation, though transportation, accessibility and outreach remain important areas for community planning.
To reach the fair office for bookings, exhibitor questions or to purchase the fair booklet call (361) 664-7595, email jimwellscountyfair@gmail.com or visit the fairgrounds at 3001 S. Johnson St., Alice, TX 78332 during office hours. The fairgrounds continue to function as a long standing venue and a touchstone for county life, connecting residents, vendors and youth across Jim Wells County.
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