About the Fair

To host the perfect event, the key is location, location, location … and that location is here

Over the years, the Jackson County Fair has become a vital mainstay of the Jackson community. Last year, over 150,000 visitors enjoyed the sounds, tastes and entertainment of the Fair!

Display, entry and vendor information

Premium books

The Jackson County Fair Premium Books contain information on entry deadlines, premiums and how to enter an item at the Fair. The books include departments for livestock, photography, fine arts, crafts, antiques, horticulture, floriculture, home economics, 4-H projects and other youth exhibits.

» Download the 2011 Premium Book

» Download the Exhibitor Agreement

2011 Livestock Health Requirements

You can learn more about the 2011 Livestock Health Requirements by visiting the Michigan Fairs website.

Space rental

Rent building booth space:

American 1 Event Center

  • 8 feet x 10 feet : $225 -$325

Grandstand Building

  • 12 feet x 15 feet : $300 - $400

All building booths have access to electricity if needed.
Outside display areas start at $500; call for sizes and prices available.

For more information, please contact the Fair office at (517) 788-4405.

  • Jack Town Derby Girls Bout
    October 22
    » Buy tickets
  • Belly to Baby
    November 4 - 5
  • American 1 Car Sale
    November 17 - 20
  • Nite Lites Drive thru Christmas Light Show
    Nov. 18 - Dec. 30
  • Rose Festival Craft Show
    November 26
Office hours

Please call (517) 788-4405 during office hours:

Monday - Friday : 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Closed 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

Winter storage information

We also have space available in a variety of buildings for winter storage of all types of RVs, ATVs, cars and trucks. Storage for 2012 begins in October with removal starting in April. Buildings are secure, and are unheated. Cost is $10 per linear foot of each item. Please call (517) 788-4405 for a storage appointment.