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About Dover Building

The Dover Building is a versatile, multi-purpose rental facility located on the Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington, Delaware. With seating for up to 2,000 guests inside a 15,000 square foot space, it's a reliable choice for banquets, trade shows, job fairs, and special events. The venue offers convenient on-site parking, ADA accessibility, and easy loading with multiple overhead doors. It’s a popular site for Delaware State Fair-related events and is conveniently located near Harrington Raceway & Casino, plus a range of nearby hotels and dining options.

Whether you’re planning a large banquet, a professional trade show, or a community job fair, Dover Building provides flexible layouts and planning resources to help secure your seats and bring your event to life.

Parking & Access: On-site parking is ample to accommodate large groups. The facility features two 16' overhead doors (north and south) and three overhead doors (east and west), a finished concrete floor, and ADA accessibility to ensure smooth flow for guests and vendors. Transit service is available via DART First State, with bus routes serving the Dover/Harrington area for those traveling without a car.

Seating & Planning: Official Dover Building seating options include banquet layouts and theater layouts, with samples available to guide your arrangement. The venue’s flexible 15,000 sq ft space supports various configurations to match your event’s needs, whether you’re hosting a formal dinner, a trade show floor, or a job fair.

Nearby Lodging & Dining: For attendees traveling from out of town, nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Harrington, Quality Inn Harrington, and Harrington Inn, all conveniently located near the fairgrounds. After your event, explore nearby dining options and attractions, including Harrington Raceway & Casino, offering additional entertainment and amenities.

Planning & Partnerships: We’ve got you covered with practical planning guidance and access to trusted affiliate partners for hotels and restaurants to help secure accommodations and meals for your guests. Reach out and we’ll point you toward reliable options for your event budget and timeline.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: seating up to 2,000 in a 15,000 sq ft space.
  • Address: 18500 S. Dupont Hwy, Harrington, DE 19952.
  • Venue type: multi-purpose rental facility on the Delaware State Fairgrounds (banquets, trade shows, job fairs).
  • Parking/loading: ample on-site parking; two 16' overhead doors (north/south) and three (east/west) overhead doors; finished concrete floor; ADA accessible.
  • Seating/chart options: official Dover Building sample Banquet Layout PDF and Sample Theater Layout PDF available for event planning.
  • Transit: accessible via DART First State (bus network; routes serving the Dover/Harrington area).
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Express Harrington, Quality Inn Harrington, Harrington Inn (in the Harrington area, nearby the fairgrounds).
  • Notable uses: on-site for Delaware State Fair-related events; generally used for banquets, trade shows, and job fairs; adjacent attractions include Harrington Raceway & Casino.