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San Marcos Fair 2026 Reveals Day-by-Day Lineup for Free Foro de las Estrellas Concerts

Organizers frame the 198th edition as a cultural draw with free main‑stage shows to boost visitation.

Overview

  • The fair runs April 18 to May 10 in Aguascalientes, with assigned dates for headliners including J Balvin (April 22), Andrea Bocelli (April 25), David Guetta (May 8) and Empire of the Sun (May 10).
  • More than 2,000 activities are planned across venues such as the Megavelaria’s Foro de las Estrellas, Plaza de Toros Monumental, Teatro Morelos and Isla San Marcos, with roughly 80% of events free.
  • General access to the fair perimeter and Foro de las Estrellas concerts is free, while VIP zones and the Palenque require paid tickets, with 2026 pricing still to be announced.
  • Guests of honor for the 198th edition are the State of Chihuahua and the Community of Madrid, reflecting the event’s cultural exchange focus.
  • Security plans include the deployment of more than 70 surveillance cameras, and exact concert start times and some operational details remain pending.