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About Howard County Fairgrounds - IA

The Howard County Fairgrounds Expo Center in Cresco, IA is a versatile, multipurpose venue that hosts everything from weddings and trade shows to auctions and large community events. The Expo Center seats up to 530 guests and is part of the Mighty Howard County Fair grounds, continuing to operate alongside the fair schedule. Whether you’re planning a corporate gathering, a community event, or a fair-day experience, we’ve got you covered with practical details to make planning easy.

Below you’ll find essential information on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby lodging and dining options to help you secure your plans with confidence.

For event-specific details, including exact floor plans, check the official Expo Center seating layout PDF. If you’re visiting the Cresco area, consider staying at nearby Cresco Motel or Cresco Super 8 Motel, and explore local dining to complement your event day. EARL Public Transit can assist with shuttle options to events around Howard County, making travel simple and stress-free. The grounds host the Mighty Howard County Fair and Cresco Speedway races, with Evans United Shows on the Midway contributing to a lively, family-friendly experience. We’re your go-to connection for reliable, straightforward ticketing and venue information.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Expo Center seating capacity: 530 (layout and facilities described on the Expo Center page).
  • Address: 220 West 7th St, Cresco, IA 52136.
  • Venue type: Multipurpose Expo Center within the Howard County Fairgrounds; used for weddings, trade shows, meetings, auctions, etc.
  • Seating/chart: Expo Center Layout PDF available for download to view floor plan and seating arrangements.
  • Parking: Free gate entry and free parking; ample parking available on-site.
  • Transit: EARL Public Transit serves Howard County and can provide shuttle options to events in the area.
  • Nearby hotels: Cresco Motel (620 2nd Ave SE) and Cresco Super 8 Motel (511 2nd Ave SE).
  • Notable events: Mighty Howard County Fair (annual), Cresco Speedway races on the fairgrounds, Evans United Shows on the Midway.
  • Rename/demolition status: The grounds operate as Mighty Howard County Fair; Expo Center remains active as part of the fairgrounds (no demolition).