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About Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds

The Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds in Davenport, Iowa, is a versatile, multi-venue space that hosts the annual Great Mississippi Valley Fair each summer along with year‑round concerts, motorsports, trade shows, and special events. With multiple indoor and outdoor venues, the fairgrounds provide flexible spaces for large crowds and intimate gatherings alike. Whether you’re catching a headlining concert in the Grandstand or browsing exhibits in The Iowa Building, you’ll find easy access, ample parking, and nearby lodging and dining to fit your plans.

Located at 2815 West Locust Street, Davenport, IA 52804, the Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds offer free general parking with premium parking available for the best available price per day when space permits. Transit options include Davenport CitiBus service, and the QC Passport provides unlimited rides across participating transit systems. After the events, explore nearby hotels like Residence Inn Davenport, Country Inn & Suites Davenport, and Hotel Blackhawk for convenient stays. For dining, consider recommended local spots and affiliate partner restaurants for a great pre- or post-event experience. The venue continues to evolve, with remodeled spaces and additional capacity across its venues to support the Quad Cities’ growing events calendar.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 2815 West Locust Street, Davenport, IA 52804
  • Venue type: multi-venue fairgrounds; home to the annual Mississippi Valley Fair and year-round events
  • Grandstand capacity: 5,500+ (stadium seating); Exposition Hall capacity: 4,800 (assembly); Pavilion Hall capacity: 3,000 (assembly); The Iowa Building: 22,500 SF
  • Fair Center: 30,000 SF heated building; The Shed: 150 person capacity; The Iowa Building features concessions and a bar
  • Parking: general fair parking is free; premium parking available for $10 per day when available
  • Transit: served by Davenport CitiBus; QC Passport available for unlimited rides across transit systems
  • Nearby hotels: Residence Inn Davenport, Country Inn & Suites Davenport, Hotel Blackhawk (Downtown Davenport), plus other Quad Cities options
  • Notable events: annual Great Mississippi Valley Fair (late July–early August); year-round concerts, motorsports, trade shows, and special events
  • Renovations/history: on-site venues remodeled/expanded (e.g., 100th Fair in 2019); area information promotes Quad Cities access