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About McLean County Fairgrounds
Welcome to McLean County Fairgrounds, commonly known as the Interstate Center, a 103-acre venue in Bloomington, Illinois. This versatile space hosts the McLean County Fair’s Grandstand acts, a bustling carnival, livestock shows, exhibits, and the world’s largest county 4-H Show. With multiple buildings, pavilions, and a grandstand, the site is designed to accommodate a wide range of events and audiences. We’ve got you with practical details to help you plan your visit, secure your seats, and make the most of nearby amenities.
Whether you’re attending a Grandstand performance, a livestock show, or a family-friendly fair day, the McLean County Fairgrounds offers accessible parking, transit options, and nearby lodging and dining. As your trusted connection for tickets and event info, we’ll keep you updated on event specifics and the best ways to get there. If you’re planning ahead, check our affiliate partner recommendations for convenient hotel stays and restored hometown meals within a short drive from the venue.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1106 Interstate Drive, Bloomington, IL 61705 (Interstate Center; site commonly referred to as McLean County Fairgrounds).
- Venue type and size: 103-acre fairgrounds with two enclosed buildings, four pavilions/barns, a grandstand, a dirt track, and multiple parking areas.
- Seating capacity by facility: West Expo Building ~26,000 sq ft, seating up to 700; Mini Expo Building ~16,700 sq ft, seating up to 300; Grandstand capacity around 2,000.
- Notable events: home to the world’s largest county 4-H Show; hosts Grandstand acts, carnival, exhibits and livestock events during the McLean County Fair.
- Parking and accessibility: parking on grass; handicap parking near the South/North Gates; Senior Shuttle service 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Wednesday–Saturday to move from parking areas to the fairgrounds.
- Transit options: public transit served by Connect Transit (Bloomington-Normal); Connect Go provides rural transit in McLean County; passes available at multiple local locations.
- Nearby hotels: multiple Bloomington-Normal hotels (e.g., Comfort Suites Bloomington, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Bloomington-West, Hampton Inn Bloomington West, Hawthorn Suites, etc.) within a short drive of the fairgrounds.
- Notable naming/renaming note: the site is commonly referred to as McLean County Fairgrounds and Interstate Center; it remains active and not demolished.