About The Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds

Are you ready for “The American Way to Play?” Come on down to The Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds! Hundreds of thousands gather here every summer for the Mississippi Valley Fair, one of the largest celebrations in the Quad Cities.

In addition to its summertime pinnacle event, the fairgrounds host countless other year-round events and parties in its state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• BINGO
• Car shows
• Concerts
• Dirt Track Racing
• Weddings
• Flea Markets
• Gun Shows
• Political Events
• Private Parties
• Trade Shows

Contact us today to learn more about hosting your next event at The Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds! Don’t miss out on the American way to play, start planning today!

Fair Hours: Business Hours: Monday – Friday (year-round), 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

      Fair Hours:  7:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.

      Building Hours: Open at 9:00 a.m.

General Rules: All carry in bags, blankets, sleeping bags and similar items are subject to search when entering the grounds. A list of prohibited items includes, but is not limited to: aerosol cans, alcoholic beverages, bottles, cans, containers, coolers of any style, beverage containers, glass containers, illegal substances, laser pointers, fireworks or missile like objects, noise-making devices, bells, bullhorns, whistles and other items, projectiles of any style, sticks, bats, poles, clubs, video/movie cameras, weapons, guns, knives, mace, handcuffs, knight sticks, blackjacks, all food products. Other items in the judgement of The Mississippi Valley Fairgrounds Management that may pose a safety hazard or diminish the enjoyment of other fans at our events.

Meet our Staff:

• Shawn Loter, General Manager 
• Vicky Speth, Office Manager 
• Kelly Howes, Accountant

Meet our Board of Directors:

• Dr. James Berger DVM, President
• Jon Lafrenz,1st Vice President
• Roger Friederichs,  2nd Vice President
• Dan Bernick, Treasurer
• Richard Coussens
• Don Brandt
• Fred Classon
• Dr. Doug Dvorak M.D.
• Mary Lange
• Karla Larson
• Kelley Moses
• Dick Petersen
• Robert Petersen
• Roger Schemmel
• Mike Vondran
• John Paustian
• Jeff Claussen