Jefferson, Ohio 
Fairgrounds & Building Rentals
The fairgrounds has many buildings and outside areas available for a wide range of events and activities --
festivals, flea markets, camping rallies, livestock shows, etc.

Our Grandstand seats approximately 2,200 people. It is situated on an oval half-mile track.

The outdoor arenas and 2 horse barns are available for horse shows. Stalls are available for boarding horses, also.

Contact us today to reserve your event at the Fairgrounds!

​Call Herb Waters at 440-813-1995 or email ashtabulafair@yahoo.com for information

Expo Center (4-H Building)

A great facility for wedding receptions, trade shows, banquets, swap meets, auctions, company picnics, etc. Remodeled with new lighting, lower ceilings, heat & air conditioning, and sound system. The building is 60' x 175' with a 12' x 12' overhead door. A 25' x 25' kitchen with stove, refrigerator and ice maker is available. One of the largest halls in the county. Choose your own caterer.
Tables and chairs provided for up to 450 people.  We now have round tables and white plastic chairs available for your special event.
  • $575 + deposit* Friday, or Saturday
  • $375 + deposit* Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Sunday​

Commercial Building

Perfect for Auctions - Fundraisers - Family Reunions. 100' x 60' steel building with cement floor. Two 12' x 12' overhead doors. Restrooms nearby. Please note that this building is not heated and does not have kitchen facilities.
  • $150 + deposit* (No tables & chairs)
  • $200 + deposit* (With tables & chairs, if available)

Pavilion (Bob Barnard Entertainment Center)

An open pavilion with stage and lawn area. Great for graduation parties, family picnics, summer weddings, baby showers, etc.
  • $125 + deposit* (With picnic tables)​

Camping

Available for groups and RV camping rallies.  Water and electrical hookups at most locations.  Ideal camping for a nominal fee.  For a small additional fee, the Concession Building may be used by camping groups for meetings or social gatherings during their stay at the fairgrounds.

Horse Shows

Outdoor arena, announcer's stand, 2 horse barns, practice ring, and restrooms are available for horse shows. ​

Livestock Auctions & Shows

The following buildings may be used for livestock auctions and shows.  Buildings may be rented individually or combined in a package to suit your needs.  Bleachers are available.  Restrooms and showers are nearby.
  • Dr. Ernie Kaszar Show Barn - 60' x 120'
  • MAC Building & Arena - 60' x 200'
  • Market Animal Barn - 50' x 148'
  • Cattle Barn - 60' x 148'
  • 2 Pole Barns - 44' x 150' & 34' x 122"​

Horse Stalls

Stalls are available for rent by the month for racehorses and saddle horses. Call 440-812-0043 for Stall Rental Information.

Grange, FFA, and Floral (Octagon) Buildings

These buildings can be combined in a rental package with the Expo Center and Commercial Building for a festival or show.

Paved Driveways

The Fairgrounds has 1/2 mile of paved driveways - perfect for vendors at festivals, flea markets, antique shows, car shows, etc.
* All rentals require a $200 security deposit which will be returned after event if facility is cleaned and undamaged.

​Rates are subject to change. Call Herb Waters at 440-813-1995 for information, regulations and scheduling.