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About Durham Fair

Welcome to the Durham Fairgrounds, one of the largest fairs in North America and the largest agricultural fair in New England. Run by a dedicated volunteer base, this private, not-for-profit venue hosts the annual Durham Fair on the last full weekend of September. This page provides straightforward ticketing, parking, transit, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you plan a smooth visit. We’ve got you covered with practical details, insider tips, and trusted partner recommendations to make your trip easy—no fuss, just the fair experience you’re after.

Key things to know: four stages for live entertainment, including Main Stage with fair ticket admission, plus multiple other stages. Parking is cash-only with specific off-site options and shuttle service. If you’re visiting with kids or planning a multi-day stay, you’ll find practical guidance below to secure your seats and make the most of your Durham Fair experience.

Seating is not published via a single centralized chart for the entire Durham Fairgrounds. When you arrive, you’ll find multiple performance spaces including Main Stage, Center Stage, International Stage, Green Stage, and Kids Stage. Plan to check stage schedules during the event. For travel convenience, use the off-site parking lots and shuttle system to reach the fairgrounds. Handicap parking is available at Durham Community Center and Coginchaug High School. For local stays, our affiliate partners offer curated hotel and restaurant options to fit a range of budgets while keeping you close to the action. Secure your seats and plan your visit with confidence—we’re here to help you enjoy the Durham Fair without the hassle.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Durham Fairgrounds, 24 Town House Road, Durham, CT 06422.
  • Venue type: private, not-for-profit agricultural fair association; one of the largest fairs in North America and the largest agricultural fair in New England.
  • Dates: last full weekend in September (e.g., 2025 and 2026 editions listed on official site).
  • Parking: $10 per day or $30 for an unlimited 4-day pass (cash only); no visitor parking on the fairgrounds; shuttle buses run from off-site parking lots to the fairgrounds; handicapped parking at Durham Community Center and Coginchaug High School.
  • Parking lots include Strickland’s (385 Cherry Hill Rd., Middlefield) and Greenbacker’s (150 Wallingford Rd., Durham) with directions from Routes 68/17/77.
  • Transit: shuttle service from designated parking lots to the fairgrounds; special buses for handicapped parking access.
  • Seating/chart: no public, centralized seating chart published for the entire fair; four stages (Main Stage, Center Stage, International Stage, Green Stage, Kids Stage) with Main Stage admission included with fair ticket.
  • Notable events: Garden of the Giants pumpkin weigh-ins (record pumpkins, e.g., 2,181 lbs in 2025); Demolition Derby; headlining acts on the Main Stage (e.g., Styx in 2025).
  • History/renaming: no demolition or renaming reported; the venue remains the Durham Fairgrounds and the event is still run by volunteers.