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El Dorado County Fair & Event Center in Placerville, CA

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About El Dorado Fair

El Dorado Fair serves as a central hub for events in Placerville, California. Located at the El Dorado County Fair & Event Center, 100 Placerville Drive, this versatile venue encompasses multiple spaces including the Mark D. Forni Building, Marshall Reception Hall, Corker Building, Organ Room, and Henningsen Arena. With on-ground parking, free shuttle options, and a robust schedule of fairs and expos, it’s a dependable choice for events of all sizes. We’ve gathered essential details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit with ease.

Whether you’re attending the annual El Dorado County Fair, the Wine Competition, or a local trade show, we’ve got you covered with practical tips on parking, transportation, seating capacity, and nearby lodging and dining. Consider our insider recommendations for hotels like Best Western Placerville Inn and Red Hawk Hotel & Casino, plus nearby eateries to fuel your day. Remember, tickets and arrangements can vary by building, so verify the specific venue during purchase. Reach out to us for a smooth, friendly ticket-buying experience—like having a trusted contact in the business.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: El Dorado County Fair & Event Center, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville, CA 95667.
  • Venue type: County fairgrounds and event center with multiple indoor/outdoor spaces (Mark D. Forni Building, Marshall Reception Hall, Corker Building, Organ Room, Henningsen Arena, etc.).
  • Parking: On-ground parking available; standard parking is $10 per vehicle.
  • Transit: Free shuttle service to/from the fair main gate; El Dorado Transit operates a separate free shuttle from designated park-and-ride/ Library & Government Center stops.
  • Seating/chart: Individual venue seating varies; capacity figures are published per building (e.g., Mark D. Forni Building 2,165 assembly / 1,010 dining; Arena 5,500 stage seating / 3,000 floor).
  • Capacity (events): The El Dorado County Fair attracts roughly 65,000 attendees over its four-day run.
  • Nearby hotels: Best Western Placerville Inn (6850 Greenleaf Dr), Red Hawk Hotel & Casino (1 Red Hawk Pkwy), plus other local lodging options.
  • Notable events hosted: El Dorado County Fair, El Dorado County Wine Competition, Gateway to the Sierra Sportsman's Expo, Miss El Dorado events, Fourth of July Family Blast, Placerville Speedway events.