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About Los Banos Fairgrounds

Los Banos Fairgrounds, operated as the Merced County Fairgrounds, is a versatile multi-venue complex in Los Banos, California. With an arena that accommodates up to 5,500 for stage seating and 90,000 square feet of outdoor space, it’s a premier spot for concerts, rodeos, fairs, and large public events. The complex houses multiple spaces tailored for gatherings of various sizes, including the Exposition Hall, Merced Pavilion, Pavilion Hall, Fiesta Hall, Heritage Hall, Sierra Hall, and the O’Banion Auditorium & Catering Kitchen. Whether you’re planning a trade show, a community festival, or a touring concert, this venue has you covered with flexible layouts and dedicated event spaces.

Parking is available adjacent to the fairgrounds for events, and transit options include a free shuttle to the Merced County Fair during public fairs, Los Banos Commuter stops that serve the fairgrounds, and the local Micro Bus service for west-side Merced County transit. For visitors and event planners, we’ve highlighted nearby accommodations and dining options to help you secure convenient stays and meals. The venue has hosted iconic events like the Merced County Spring Fair (annual since 1939), the Los Banos Tomato Festival, the California Garlic Festival, and Truck & Tractor Pulls. The junior livestock pavilion has been renamed the Morning Star Packing Company Livestock Pavilion, reflecting the venue’s evolving history.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 403 F Street, Los Banos, CA 93645 (official venue page lists this address).
  • Venue type: Multi-venue fairgrounds operated as the Merced County Fairgrounds; hosts public events, trade shows, concerts, rodeos, and fairs.
  • Arena capacity: up to 5,500 (stage seating); 90,000 sq ft outdoor space; suitable for concerts, rodeos, and large events.
  • Exposition Hall: up to 4,800 attendees assembled; 45,000 sq ft indoor space.
  • Merced Pavilion: maximum capacity 400 for dinner/dances; 750 for dinners; 9,850 sq ft total area.
  • Other spaces: Pavilion Hall (3,000 assembled); Fiesta Hall (700 assembled, 300 banquet); Heritage Hall (130 banquet; 2,900 sq ft); Sierra Hall (96 banquet; 150 meeting).
  • O’Banion Auditorium & Catering Kitchen: meeting capacity 1,400; dinner/dance capacity 550.
  • Parking: adjacent parking available at fairgrounds for events.
  • Transit: The Bus offers a free shuttle to the Merced County Fair during public fairs; Los Banos Commuter stops serve the fairgrounds; Micro Bus provides west-side Merced County transit.
  • Nearby hotels: La Quinta Inn & Suites Los Banos; Vagabond Inn Executive Los Banos; additional options listed on hotel booking sites.
  • Notable events hosted: Merced County Spring Fair (annual, historically since 1939); Los Banos Tomato Festival; California Garlic Festival (moved to Los Banos in 2024); Truck & Tractor Pulls at the fairgrounds.
  • Renamed / renamed venue: The junior livestock pavilion has been renamed Morning Star Packing Company Livestock Pavilion.