SCIOTO COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Events & Calendar
The Scioto County Fairgrounds are more than fair week. From Trade Days and monthly car shows to live music, community fundraisers, and private venue rentals, there's something happening here all year long. Check the calendar below to see what's coming up, or scroll down to learn more about our annual fair, recurring events, and how to rent our venue.
ANNUAL TRADITION
The Scioto County Fair
Every summer, the fairgrounds come alive with rides, live music, livestock shows, food vendors, 4-H exhibits, and more. Whether you've been coming for 30 years or it's your first time, fair week is the highlight of the year in Scioto County.
DATES & HOURS
2026 Fair dates and daily hours of operation, to be updated each year. Link to full schedule here.
ADMISSION & TICKETS
General admission pricing and accepted payment methods. Tickets available online through Hometown Ticketing. Link provided here.
RIDES & WRISTBANDS
Rides provided by Casey's Rides (since 1953). Wristband information, pricing, and any sponsored free-admission nights. Link to full ride list here.
ENTERTAINMENT & LIVE MUSIC
Nightly entertainment lineup with local and live music acts performing every evening of fair week. Link to full schedule here.
FAIR SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Downloadable schedule covering all daily activities: animal shows, judging times, entertainment, special events, and ceremonies. Link to full schedule here.
FAIRGROUNDS MAP
Downloadable PDF map of the fairgrounds showing buildings, parking, restrooms, first aid, food vendors, ride areas, and exhibit locations.
Ticketing Policy: Tickets and ticket-based incentives are sold and distributed on a first-come, first served basis. One ticket per person to enter. Tickets/passes may not be split or shared between separate persons. Children under 36" tall or two years of age enter free. Entertainment or rides made unavailable due to weather, personal incident, power outage, natural disaster, entertainer cancellation, or any other issues will not be refunded or rescheduled. Tickets are valid for the day they are purchased and cannot be transferred to another party/persons, or redeemed at an alternative date. Scioto County Agricultural Society reserves the right to charge processing fees up to 5% for ticketing purchases made with credit cards. No Refunds. No Exchanges. All Sales Final.
YEAR-ROUND ACTIVITY
Year-Round Events
Fair week gets the spotlight, but the fairgrounds stay busy all year. Here's a look at some of our most popular recurring events.
Trade Days
Our biggest recurring event. Trade Days draws vendors and shoppers from across the region multiple times a year. Browse everything from antiques and crafts to tools, home goods, and local products.
Monthly Car Shows
Every end of the month during the summer, car enthusiasts bring their rides out to the fairgrounds. Free to attend, fun to watch, and a great excuse to spend an evening out.
Science Alliance & Ag Day (May)
A hands-on educational event for local students celebrating agriculture and science. Coordinated with area schools and community partners.
Barks, Brewers & Barbecues (September)
An annual fundraiser for Sierra's Haven featuring food, drinks, and a great time for a great cause.
Bingo Nights
Coming soon: the fairgrounds are gearing up to host regular bingo nights with newly acquired equipment. Stay tuned for dates and details.
Spring Jubilee
A community celebration hosted in partnership with local churches and organizations.
Local Live Music
During fair week, local artists perform live every single night. We're working on giving these talented musicians more of the spotlight they deserve.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Tables and chairs for your full guest count, AV equipment, a kitchenette, free parking, and ADA accessibility. Linens are available for an additional fee. That's it, one price, everything you need.
IDEAL FOR
Weddings, receptions, birthday parties, baby showers, corporate meetings, fundraisers, community gatherings, blow-up parties, and more. Open to anyone, no Scioto County residency required.
PRICING
Friday, Saturday & Sunday: $600/day (full day, no time restrictions)
Monday through Thursday: $400/day (full day, no time restrictions)
RESCHEDULING POLICY
Life happens. If you need to reschedule, we'll work with you to find a new date.
YEAR-ROUND VENUE RENTAL
Rent Our Venue
Looking for a space for your next event? The Scioto County Fairgrounds venue is a fully-equipped, temperature-controlled indoor space available year-round, and you won't find a better deal in the area.
WINTER STORAGE
Camper Storage
Need a place to store your camper over the winter? The fairgrounds offer covered camper storage from November through April. What started as a small service to help cover winter utilities has grown into a full operation, and spots fill up fast. Reach out early to reserve your space.
FOR VENDORS & MERCHANTS
Become a Fair Vendor
Interested in setting up at the Scioto County Fair? We welcome vendors of all kinds, food, merchandise, crafts, and more. Indoor and outdoor spaces are available at different price points depending on the size and location you need.
Returning vendors receive their contracts each January and get first priority on their previous spaces. New vendors are welcome and can reach out anytime to get on the list.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Indoor building spaces and outdoor lot spaces are available
- Pricing varies by space size and location. Contact us for current rates
- Food vendors must secure their own permits
- Alcohol vendors must obtain the appropriate permits through the fairgrounds
- Vendor contracts and applications are available by request
VENDOR CONTACT
For vendor booking and space inquiries, contact Jerry or Mike Overman directly.Â