Delaware State Fairgrounds
The Delaware State Fairgrounds in Harrington, Delaware is private property under the jurisdiction of the Delaware State Police, and everyone is screened with walk-through metal detectors at the public gates. Bags do not need to be emptied for the initial screening. A soundproof sensory vehicle, family ADA restrooms and a nursing station are on the grounds.
Before you go
- Official site
- delawarestatefair.com
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- Delaware State Fair, Jul 22 to 31, 2027
Worth knowing before you go
- Public entry is through the Main Gate, Gate 2, Gate 3 or Gate 7.
- Weapons of any kind are prohibited, even if you are licensed to carry, and extra screening can be required to stay on the grounds.
- The Family ADA restrooms and nursing station are on the northern part of the fairgrounds, next to the Grove Restrooms.
- The sensory vehicle is in the Carnival Lot.
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Venue basics: Four public entry gates · Walk-through detectors, bags stay packed · Soundproof sensory vehicle on site.
Is it for you
Choose it if
- You want a soundproof place to retreat to during a busy fair.
- You are travelling with a baby and want a private nursing room.
- You would rather not unpack your bags at the gate.
Think twice if
- You plan to carry any kind of weapon, even if licensed.
Getting there and parking
The fairgrounds are private property under the jurisdiction of the Delaware State Police. Public entry gates are the Main Gate, Gate 2, Gate 3 and Gate 7.
Accessibility
Family ADA restrooms sit next to the Grove Restrooms on the northern part of the grounds, beside the Department of Agriculture and DNREC buildings. The private rooms are air conditioned with extra space, sinks, baby changing tables and showers, and accessible stalls are identified in all restrooms across the fairgrounds.
A nursing mothers station beside the Grove Restrooms has private air-conditioned rooms with sinks, a baby changing table and a rocking chair.
Confirm your specific needs with the venue before you travel (delawarestatefair.com).
Camping
We don't yet have confirmed information about camping at the Delaware State Fairgrounds. The venue's own pages are the place to check: delawarestatefair.com.
Food, water and what you can bring
Everyone is screened for weapons and prohibited items with walk-through metal detectors at all public gates. Initial screening does not require removing outerwear, wallets, purses, backpacks or bags, or emptying your pockets.
Weapons of any kind are prohibited, licensed or not, and extra screening of you and your bags can be required to enter or stay. Vendors serve gourmet, regional and international dishes alongside classics such as funnel cakes, corn dogs and turkey legs.
Sound and sensory
In partnership with KultureCity, the Delaware State Fair offers a soundproof Sensory Activation Vehicle in the Carnival Lot, with bean bags, visual light panels and wall activity panels as a place to decompress before returning to the fair. Sensory bags can be borrowed for your visit at three locations on the fairgrounds.
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Quick answers
Is there a bag check at the Delaware State Fairgrounds?
Yes. Everyone passes through walk-through metal detectors at the public gates, and initial screening does not require removing bags or emptying pockets. Extra screening can be required.
Can I bring a weapon to the Delaware State Fairgrounds?
No. Weapons of any kind are prohibited, whether or not you are licensed to carry.
Is there a quiet space at the Delaware State Fair?
Yes. A soundproof Sensory Activation Vehicle in the Carnival Lot offers a quiet place to decompress, and sensory bags can be borrowed at three locations.
Are there accessible restrooms?
Yes. Family ADA restrooms with showers and baby changing tables are next to the Grove Restrooms on the northern part of the grounds, and accessible stalls are identified in all restrooms.
Is there somewhere to nurse a baby?
Yes. The nursing mothers station beside the Grove Restrooms has private air-conditioned rooms with sinks, a changing table and a rocking chair.
What food is sold at the fairgrounds?
Vendors serve gourmet, regional and international dishes as well as classics such as funnel cakes, corn dogs and turkey legs.