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About Iredell County Fairgrounds

Welcome to the Iredell County Fairgrounds in Troutman, a versatile, multi-use venue managed by Iredell County Parks & Recreation. This family-friendly complex hosts the annual Iredell County Fair and serves as a key access point for nearby events like the Carolina BalloonFest. Whether you’re here for a fair, a festival, or a community gathering, we’ve got you covered with practical guidance on parking, seating expectations, transportation options, and nearby hotels and dining. Secure your seats and plan your trip with reliable, no-fuss information you can trust.

Pro tip: We regularly update event details as schedules change. For a smooth experience, check the event page for the event specifics, use our affiliate hotel and restaurant recommendations to simplify planning, and consider nearby options in Statesville and Mooresville for convenient stays. If you’re visiting for the Iredell County Fair or BalloonFest, you’ll find ample parking, shuttle options where offered, and a range of local amenities to enhance your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location/address: Iredell County Fairgrounds, 630 N Main St, Troutman, NC 28166.
  • Venue type: County fairgrounds / multi-use facility managed by Iredell County Parks & Recreation.
  • Notable events: Iredell County Fair (annual, typically late August–early September); Carolina BalloonFest held at Statesville Regional Airport (nearby), using the fairgrounds for access/parking and related activities.
  • Parking: Iredell County Fair admission includes parking; BalloonFest offers Park & Ride shuttle and multiple parking options (General, Premier, etc.).
  • Transit: BalloonFest provides a Park & Ride shuttle to the festival; direct public transit options to the fairgrounds are not widely advertised.
  • Seating chart/capacity: No public seating chart; seating varies by event; BalloonFest uses a 32-acre grass field for activities; fairs use bleacher seating but no official venue-wide chart is published.
  • Capacity note: No fixed capacity published for the entire grounds; fair attendance is sometimes reported around 35,000 visitors per year in third-party listings.
  • Renamed/demolished: Not demolished or renamed; the county notes that the Parks & Recreation department now operates and manages the Fairgrounds.
  • Nearby hotels: Numerous Statesville/Mooresville area hotels are available (e.g., Best Western Statesville Inn, Courtyard Statesville, Hilton Garden Inn Statesville, etc.).
  • Event dates (example): Iredell County Fair dates commonly listed as August 29–September 6, 2025.