Douglas County Fairgrounds
Douglas County Fairgrounds in Lawrence, Kansas, has its own camping area, shown on the venue's Camping at Fairgrounds map, and the Fairgrounds office is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Alcohol use on site needs an alcohol permit application, and the Fairgrounds Rental Office is at 2120 Harper Street. Douglas County is committed to making its facilities, including the fairgrounds, accessible to people with disabilities under Title II of the ADA.
Before you go
- Official site
- dgcoks.gov
- Next festival here
- Free State Highland Games, Oct 17, 2026
Worth knowing before you go
- Camping is available on site, shown on the venue's own Camping at Fairgrounds map.
- An alcohol permit application is required if you want alcohol on site.
- The Fairgrounds office keeps weekday hours, 8am to 5pm.
Festivals here
Venue basics: On-site camping area · Office open Mon-Fri, 8am to 5pm · Alcohol needs a permit application.
Is it for you
Choose it if
- You want on-site camping at the fairgrounds.
- You're happy applying for a permit if you want alcohol on site.
Think twice if
- You need confirmed parking details first; the venue hasn't published them yet.
Getting there and parking
The Fairgrounds office is open Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
The Fairgrounds Rental Office is at 2120 Harper Street, Lawrence.
Accessibility
Douglas County is committed to making its facilities, including the fairgrounds, accessible to people with disabilities under Title II of the ADA, and you can report an accessibility barrier using the county's online form.
Confirm your specific needs with the venue before you travel (dgcoks.gov).
Camping
The fairgrounds has a camping area, shown on its own Camping at Fairgrounds map.
Food, water and what you can bring
Alcohol use at the fairgrounds requires an alcohol permit application.
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Quick answers
What are the office hours at Douglas County Fairgrounds?
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.
Can I camp at Douglas County Fairgrounds?
Yes. The fairgrounds has a camping area, shown on its own Camping at Fairgrounds map.
Can I bring alcohol to Douglas County Fairgrounds?
Only with a permit. Alcohol use on site requires an alcohol permit application.
Is Douglas County Fairgrounds wheelchair accessible?
Douglas County is committed to making its facilities, including the fairgrounds, accessible to people with disabilities under Title II of the ADA, and you can report a barrier using the county's online form.
Where is the Fairgrounds Rental Office?
At 2120 Harper Street, Lawrence.
Is there parking at Douglas County Fairgrounds?
We don't yet have confirmed information about parking at Douglas County Fairgrounds. The venue's own pages at dgcoks.gov are the place to check.