Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center

Fairgrounds Campground – UPDATE

The Fairgrounds will reopen to the public after the fair. Beginning Monday, August 5^th the campground will be open for the public to use again. The power pedestals are fixed for now, and we have been given the “all clear” to invite the public back. Please note that the campground will be closed during Little BIG Fest unless you purchase an event ticket and camping pass from them at www.LittleBIGFest.org.

The campgrounds continue to be first come, first serve. There is no way to make a reservation.

If you have a specific question, please fill out this inquiry form at https://portofsouthwhidbey.com/facilities/fairgrounds-campground-south-whidbey/

Potential Fairgrounds Workforce Housing Project Information

The Port of South Whidbey is assessing the feasibility of building workforce housing on the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds and Event Center. Information on this project can be found here.

-Our commercial kitchens are currently at capacity. Please check back with us in the future.

The Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center has 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:

• Three (3) Buildings for Rent: Skarberg “Pole,” Turner, 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

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.

Contact Info

• Fairgrounds Office Main Line (360) 221-7950
• Fairgrounds Director, Amanda Ellis  fgdir@portofsouthwhidbey.com
• Marketing & Events Coordinator fgevents@portofsouthwhidbey.com

The Port’s office at the Fairground is open by appointment only.