What are the dates of this year’s fair?
August 5-8, 2027
Where are the fairgrounds?
648 W. Cloverland Dr., Ironwood. Just east of the Wisconsin border and near the Curry Park Campground
Where are the entrance gates?
The East gate is located on Superior St. (Take Hwy US 2, turn north by Curry Park.). The West gates are accessed further West off Hwy. 2 – toward the Wisconsin border (Take Hwy US 2, turn north on Fairgrounds Rd.)
Where can I park?
Free on street parking is available for the East entrance. Free on grounds parking is available at the West entrance outside the entry gates. Disabled persons may be dropped off near the gates at either side.
How much is admission?
$5 Gate Admission, $20 Gate Admission and Unlimited Rides, $60 Weekend Pass – Thursday through Sunday (Gate Admission and Unlimited Rides). Link here.
Can I buy a season pass?
There is no season passes available for 2027.
Does the fair have disabled access or mobility rentals?
The fair welcomes all disabled guests including those using wheelchairs or electric scooters such as Jazzy chairs; however, the grounds are rustic, so caution is in order. No rentals of mobility equipment are available at this time, but a free shuttle service is provided throughout the day on the grounds to improve access for all.
Where can I share a comment or suggestion?
We are happy to hear from you at fair@gogebic.gov. Together we can make the fair better
each year. Fair board meetings are also open to the public. Regular meetings are held the first Monday of each month with additional meetings during peak fair season and as needed. Meeting times are posted at the Courthouse and on local news media. You may also call the office at (906) 285-0395 to confirm times and dates.
Do you have a Lost and Found department?
Please stop in the fair office at the far west end of the multi-purpose building or call (906) 285-0395 to turn in a found item or inquire about a lost one. Items turned in will be kept at the office for a short time after the fair; please contact us as soon as possible as we are unable to keep these items indefinitely. Please keep a close eye on your children, as we do not have the facilities to care for or search for them from the office.
Are pets allowed on the fairgrounds?
To promote safety for all fair attenders, only service animals are allowed on the fairgrounds.
Is alcohol allowed on the fairgrounds?
Per City of Ironwood regulations, consumption of alcohol is allowed only within restricted areas on the grounds. Alcohol is available for purchase at the Aurora Club and the Turn 2 Saloon. Carry ins are not allowed.
Is smoking allowed on the fairgrounds?
The fairgrounds are a smoke free zone. Our buildings, grandstand and grounds are filled with highly flammable materials such as animal bedding, sawdust, chips, and wood construction materials. Please help keep all fairgoers and our grounds safe by not smoking!
What about health and safety on the fairgrounds?
The bathroom building just west of the Expo building has soap and water at the sinks. Baby changing stations are also located in these bathrooms. Hand washing stations are located throughout the grounds, including near all porta-potties. In addition, hand sanitizers are located near the entrances of most buildings. Please help keep our fairgrounds safe and clean by utilizing the many trash cans throughout the grounds. 911 should be called for any health-related emergency. Minimal first aid supplies are available at the fair office. Increased safety precautions will be in force to protect our guests and ensure compliance with all COVID-19 restrictions/regulations in place per the State of Michigan at the time of the event.
Can I work at the fair?
We are always in need of additional volunteers to keep the fair functioning smoothly. Please call the office at (906) 285-0395 or e-mail fair@gogebic.gov.
How do I exhibit at the fair?
Exhibitors are the backbone of county fairs and we would be delighted to have you bring your exhibits. Please call the office at (906) 285-0395 or email fair@gogebic.gov to get an exhibitor number and further instructions. Our premium listing will be available on our website and a limited number of print copies will be available at select locations prior to the fair. The premium listing will address rules for exhibitors including Michigan Department of Agriculture requirements for showing animals, necessary paperwork, veterinary papers, etc. Please note the importance of pre-entry as described in the premium listing to prevent long waits and unnecessary stress on entry day. Please help
us keep our fair safe by complying with these requirements and cooperating with our clerks.
Where do I find out what’s happening at the fair?
Please check in regularly to our website www.gogebiccountyfair.com for the latest information on shows, schedules, etc.
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