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FAIR HOURS
Thursday, July 22: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Wade Shows Midway opens at 5:00 PM
Friday, July 23 - Saturday, July 31: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Wade Shows Midway opens at 1:00 PM
GROUNDS MAP
Click for a map of the fairgrounds.
ADMISSION
General (ages 10 and up): $6.00
Children (ages 9 and under): FREE
There are several convenient ways to purchase tickets for the fair:
- Visit our online Tickets page.
- Call (302) 398-5020 or our toll-free number: (866) 335-3247.
ADDRESS & DIRECTIONS
18500 South DuPont Highway
Harrington, DE 19952
Click for Google Maps Directions
From Wilmington / Philadelphia
Take I-95 South toward Baltimore.
Merge onto DE-1 South via exit number 4A toward Christiana / Mall Road (Portions toll).
Exit 97 to 13 SALISBURY / NORFOLK.
Bear left onto US Route 13 South; follow South toward Harrington.
After passing over DE-14, look for the fairgrounds on your right.
From Baltimore / Washington D.C.
Take US-50 East / US-301 North (Portions toll).
At the US-50 / US-301 split, bear right taking the US-50 East exit toward OCEAN CITY.
Turn left onto MD-404 East toward DENTON / REHOBOTH, continuing on to follow MD-404 East.
Take the MD-313 ramp toward DENTON / GREENSBORO.
Turn left onto MD-313 North. Turn right onto MD-317 East.
As you cross into Delaware, MD-317 becomes DE-14.
Continue to follow DE-14 East toward Harrington, and follow signs to the fairgrounds.
From Salisbury, MD
From US-50, take US-13 North.
Follow US-13 North through Laurel and Seaford.
Fairgrounds are located 4 miles north of Farmington on your left.
Turn left onto Tower Road and immediately right into the fairgrounds.
From DE Beaches
Follow DE-1 North toward Milford.
Turn left onto NE FRONT ST / NEW WHARF RD / DE-14 West.
Continue to follow DE-14 West.
At the intersection of DE-14 and US-13, turn left onto S. DUPONT HWY / US-13 South.
The fairgrounds will be located on your right.
PARKING
Free parking is available at the fairgrounds.
(Please note: the Delaware State Fair, Inc. and its officers and agents shall not be held responsible for any damages due to accidents, theft, etc.)
SERVICES
Shuttles
Handicapped-accessible shuttle services are available. Shuttles carry passengers from the parking area to the front gate; limited on-ground services also available.
Delmarva Power's First Aid Station
The First Aid Station is available for the treatment of minor cuts, scrapes and bruises. Please dial 911 for an emergency.
Atlantic Aluminum's Lost Children Station
Reunites guardians with their children, under the direction of the police officials.
Procter & Gamble's Baby Changing Area
Found in most restrooms and the Convenience Station at the main gate.
Stroller & Wheelchair Rentals
For patrons in need of a stroller or wheelchair, they are located near the main gate for a moderate charge.
Fair Information
To obtain general Fair information, call the automated hotline at (302) 398-3269, Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) for details on attractions, shows, events, and schedules.
Other questions? Visit the Delaware State Fair Contact page.
Grandstand, Gate Admission & Unlimited Ride Wristband Information
There are several convenient ways to purchase tickets for the fair:
Visit our online Tickets page.
Call (302) 398-5020 or our toll-free number: (866) 335-3247.
HOTELS
With so much to do and see at the Fairgrounds, you'll want to stay a while! For your convenience, we've provided information for making arrangements at nearby hotels.
AmericInn Lodge & Suites
1259 Corn Crib Road
Harrington, DE 19952 (302)398-3900
Website
Holiday Inn Express
17271 South DuPont Highway
Harrington, DE 19952 (302)398-8800
Website
Super 8
17010 South DuPont Highway
Harrington, DE 19952 (302) 398-4206
Website
Super 8 - Milford
729 Bay Road
Milford, DE 19963 (302) 422-2777
Website
Hampton Inn Dover
1568 North DuPont Highway
Dover, DE 19901 (302)736-3500
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Sheraton Dover Hotel
1570 North DuPont Highway
Dover, DE 19901 (302) 678-8500
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Residence Inn Marriott
600 Jefferic Boulevard
Dover, DE 19901 (302)677-0777
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