Kalamazoo Fairgrounds

Kalamazoo, MI25,000 capacity

The Kalamazoo Fairgrounds in Kalamazoo, MI, is a 90,000-square-foot facility featuring 61,000 square feet of exhibit space. Established in 1959, the venue has operated for over 50 years and includes climate-controlled interiors and a 15-acre outdoor festival space. Following a $3.75 million expansion in 2011, the facility added a 24,000-square-foot exhibit hall, a new main entrance and lobby, meeting rooms, and a concession area. This venue hosts a variety of collector and hobby shows, as well as trade shows, expos, and consumer shows.

Shows at this venue

Kalamazoo Gun & Knife Show: Gun & Knife Shows in Kalamazoo, Michigan (ammo & reloading scene)Stock Image

Kalamazoo Gun & Knife Show

Kalamazoo Fairgrounds · Kalamazoo

Sat, Dec 19 – Sun, Dec 20

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Venue details

Facility

  • Total space: 90,000-square-foot facility with 61,000 square feet of exhibit space
  • Max capacity: 25000
  • Outdoor space
  • Climate controlled

Parking & Getting There

  • Free parking
  • Parking spaces: 1200

Commonly hosts: Trade Shows, Expos, Consumer Shows, Seminars, Conferences, Banquets, Receptions, Meetings

Frequently asked

What types of shows are held here?
The venue hosts trade shows, expos, consumer shows, seminars, conferences, banquets, receptions, and meetings.
Where is it located?
The venue is located in Kalamazoo, MI.
Is there parking?
Yes, there are 1,200 free paved parking spaces available.

Sources

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