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About Dawson County Fairgrounds

The Dawson County Fairgrounds in Lexington, Nebraska is a versatile, multi-use event complex hosting a wide range of events from county fairs and rodeos to dirt racing on the Dawson County Raceway. With on-site facilities, clear seating options, and convenient access to parking and local amenities, this venue serves as a dependable hub for both community gatherings and larger regional events. Whether you’re planning a fair, a high-energy rodeo, or a night at the dirt track, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.

Key venues on-site include the 4-H Cafe, the Exhibit Building, the Open Class Building, and the Stevens Indoor Arena. The Dawson County Raceway features a 3/8-mile dirt track with grandstand seating for race events, while on-site gravel parking supports event parking needs. Transit options and nearby hotel and dining picks provide convenient ways to arrange transportation and accommodations before and after events. The venue is a staple for events like the Dawson County Fair & Rodeo, NSRA Finals, Nebraska State Rodeo Finals, and the Dawson County High School Rodeo.

Parking is primarily gravel for Dawson County Raceway events, and the surrounding area offers straightforward access from major routes. Public transit options include RYDE local transit serving Lexington, NE, and Greyhound service with a stop in nearby Lexington (Phillips 66) on Plum Creek Pkwy. For visitors seeking a place to stay or eat nearby, a selection of hotels such as Comfort Inn, Days Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Super 8, and Econo Lodge in the Lexington area are convenient choices. When you're planning a trip, consider secure, straightforward arrangements through our trusted affiliates for hotels and dining to keep logistics simple. If you’re organizing a community or school event, the on-site building capacities (4-H Cafe: 165, Exhibit Building: 215, Open Class Building: 320) help in planning space and attendance. Stevens Indoor Arena capacity isn’t published on the Rentals page, but this space hosts a range of indoor events alongside the outdoor action on the fairgrounds.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1000 Plum Creek Pkwy, Lexington, NE 68850.
  • Venue type: county fairgrounds / multi-use event complex; hosts fairs, rodeos, and a dirt raceway.
  • Notable events: Dawson County Fair & Rodeo, Nebraska State Rodeo Association Finals (NSRA Finals), Nebraska State Rodeo Finals, Dawson County High School Rodeo.
  • On-site facilities with published building capacities: 4-H Cafe (165), Exhibit Building (215), Open Class Building (320). Stevens Indoor Arena capacity not published on the Rentals page.
  • Dawson County Raceway: a dirt 3/8-mile track located on the fairgrounds; grandstand seating is available for race events.
  • Parking: gravel parking noted for Dawson County Raceway events.
  • Transit: RYDE local transit serves Dawson County (Lexington); Greyhound bus stops in Lexington (Phillips 66) on Plum Creek Pkwy.
  • Nearby hotels: Comfort Inn, Days Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Super 8, Econo Lodge (Lexington area).
  • Note on rename/demolition: there is no evidence of demolition or renaming; the venue is currently listed as Dawson County Fairgrounds.