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Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center

Grayslake, IL3,440 capacity

The Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center is a multi-purpose venue located on a 160-acre campus in Grayslake, IL. The facility features a 65,000 square foot Expo Hall with ceiling heights reaching 36' 8" at the highest point and 28' below the ceiling fans. Designed to host collector and hobby shows, the venue frequently accommodates car shows, RV and boat shows, swap meets, auctions, flea markets, antiques shows, and dog or pet shows. The event center includes an event area, ticket lobby, offices, conference and meeting rooms, a livestock building, and outdoor space.

Shows at this venue

Venue details

Facility

  • Total space: 65,000 square feet (Expo Hall)
  • Max capacity: 3440
  • Ceiling height: 36' 8" at highest point, 28' below ceiling fans
  • Outdoor space

Parking & Getting There

  • Nearest airport: O'Hare International Airport
  • Airport distance: 20 miles

Commonly hosts: Car Shows, RV Shows, Boat Shows, Swap Meets, Auctions, Flea Markets, Dog/Pet Shows, Antiques Shows

Frequently asked

What types of shows are held here?
The venue hosts car shows, RV shows, boat shows, swap meets, auctions, flea markets, dog/pet shows, and antiques shows.
Where is it located?
The venue is located in Grayslake, IL.

Sources

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