Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center
COVID-19 Response Measures (Phase 3) modified
November 16 – The Governor’s latest guidance specifically prohibits all retail activities and business meetings at “miscellaneous venues”. The guidance further defines miscellaneous venues to include designated meeting space in events centers, fairgrounds, and non-profit establishments. All indoor small events and/or gatherings are cancelled; the horse arena can continue to be used on an individual basis with no shows, events, or meetings in the HOPE Building.
Upcoming Events
Rental Rates
More Details for Building Space Rental
The Port of South Whidbey became the new stewards of the Island County Fairgrounds on March 31, 2017. The non-profit Island County Fair Association has called the Fairgrounds home since 1937, where they continue to manage and run the agricultural Whidbey Island Fair every July. Other businesses also rent space to operate their business the other eleven months out of the year.
The Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center also has a Campground, and many event rental opportunities for fundraisers, dances, music events, outdoor events, festivals, flea markets, garage sales, art shows, food & beverage events, and handmade artisan markets.
Various rental opportunities:
- Five (5) Buildings for Rent: Skarberg “Pole,” Turner, Burrier East, Malone, and Coffman
- Outdoor Event Capability
- Two Commercial Kitchens: Coffman or Pole
- Two Stages: Outdoor (Main Stage) or Indoor (Pole Auditorium)
- Equestrian Arena
- Barn Facilities
- Campground
Contact Info
- Bryon Midkiff, Fairgrounds Director
(360) 221-7950
fgdir@portofsouthwhidbey.com
Daily 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
By appointment on Saturdays and Sundays
Our office is located on the upper level of the white building near the gazebo at the Fairgrounds, please enter via the south-facing deck.
Please fill out the form below to inquire about availability. We will follow-up with you within the week. Thank you for your interest!
FAC
Fairgrounds Advisory Committee
Regular Meetings
Date: last Friday of each month
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Coffman Building on the Fairgrounds
Documents, Agendas and Minutes are found on FAC Documents, Agendas and Minutes page.