Fun facts about the Fair …

Agnes Shaw, Fair Manager

We have been located on the Emmet County Fairgrounds property at 1129 Charlevoix Ave, Petoskey, Mich., for over 100 years. Since 2000 we have operated as a two-county Fair sharing with Charlevoix County. The Emmet County Fair has existed since before 1905; back then, it was known as the Emmet County Agricultural Society. During World War II, because of the lack of funds, a vote of the people was taken and passed for the County of Emmet to take responsibility for the Fair to ensure its longevity.

Longevity has proven to be a boon to our grounds. In 2004 our grounds were completely renovated with state-of-the-art facilities, all ADA accessible. Our facilities now accommodate the Fair each year in August and a host of wonderful events all year long. Our 10,000-square-foot Community Building houses our still exhibits, including 4-H, Youth, and Adult open classes. Flowers, vegetables, quilts, crafts, and more are just a few of the exhibits each year. Our state-of-the-art barns have paved spacious aisleways, new animal pens, and updated facilities for all to enjoy. Every seat in our 2700-seat covered grandstand has a great view, and spectacular sunsets can be seen from the upper rows.

See you at the fair!

Agnes Shaw, Fair Manager
[email protected]
Phone (231) 347-1010
Fax (231) 347-5347

Location:
1129 Charlevoix Ave./U.S. 31
Petoskey, MI 49770

Mailing address:
P.O. Box 496
Petoskey, MI 49770