The Butte County Fairgrounds in Gridley hosts the Butte County Fair, which the fair says has been running for 79 years. The grounds rent halls, barns, a grandstand arena and an RV park for private and public events. Checked October 29, 2026 on the operator’s own pages.
From Chico: about 45 min (typical, without traffic)
Key Facts
- The next Butte County Fair is listed for August 12 to August 15, 2027.[2]
- Listed fair hours are Thursday 4 p.m. to 11 p.m., Friday 4 p.m. to midnight, Saturday 2 p.m. to midnight and Sunday 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.[2]
- Only registered service animals are allowed on the property during the fair.[2]
- The fair says it has been creating memories for 79 years.[1]
- The Expo Hall is 10,200 square feet and seats 700 for dining.[3]
- The Grandstand Arena is 130 by 260 feet with seating listed as 2,145 plus 580.[3]
- Jake's (also called Goldie's) is only open late April to October, depending on weather.[3]
- The RV park charges $50 a day, $200 a week or $700 a month including electricity, with full hook-ups available.[4]
- The RV park is closed every August for the fair.[4]
- The fair office is open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from January to October and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in November and December.[1]
- The fairgrounds also hosts a Holiday Jubilee and Craft Fair.[1]
Areas Inside Butte County Fairgrounds
Expo Hall
10,200 square feet; seated dining for 700.[3]
Butte Hall
4,320 square feet with a kitchen; seated dining for 250.[3]
Grandstand Arena
130 by 260 feet; seating listed as 2,145 plus 580.[3]
RV Park
Full hook-ups, laundromat open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., closed in August for the fair.[4]
Plan Your Visit
| What | As the operator states it |
|---|---|
| Run by | Butte County Fair Association |
| Address | 199 East Hazel Street, Gridley, CA 95948 |
| Drive from Chico | About 45 min, typical, without traffic (Google Maps, plus 10 minutes, rounded) |
| Hours | Fair office: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. January to October; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. November and December.[1] |
| Season | The Butte County Fair is held in August; the 2027 fair is August 12-15.[2] |
| Dogs | Only registered service animals are allowed on the property during the fair; at the RV park, dogs must be pre-approved by management.[2] |
| Camping | RV park with full hook-ups: $50 daily, $200 weekly, $700 monthly; closed during August for the fair.[4] |
| Swimming | RV park guests may use the pool in summer months for $2 per person.[4] |
| Reservations | Venue rentals start with an interim application or a call to the office.[3] |
| Phone | (530) 846-3626[1] |
| Official page | Butte County Fair Association |
Not confirmedThe official pages we read do not publish fees, restrooms, accessibility for this place.
Map of Butte County Fairgrounds
What We Could Not Verify
These items were not on an official page we could open on October 29, 2026, or two official pages disagree. Check with the operator before you rely on them.
- Not confirmed2027 fair ticket prices
- Not confirmedParking fees during the fair
- Not confirmedFair-time accessibility details
- Not confirmedYear the fairgrounds opened
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Butte County Fair?
The fair site lists the next fair as August 12 to August 15, 2027.[2]
Can I camp at the Butte County Fairgrounds?
Yes, the RV park has full hook-ups at $50 a day, $200 a week or $700 a month. It closes every August for the fair.[4]
Can I bring my dog to the fair?
Only registered service animals are allowed on the property during the fair.[2]
Sources
- Butte County Fairgrounds | Country Pride, County Wide, Butte County Fair. Read October 29, 2026.
- Butte County Fair | Fun for the Entire Family, Butte County Fair. Read October 29, 2026.
- Facility Rentals | Book Your Next Event at Butte County Fair, Butte County Fair. Read October 29, 2026.
- RV Park, Butte County Fair. Read October 29, 2026.
Cite this page: “Butte County Fairgrounds.” It’s Chico, checked October 29, 2026. https://itschico.com/durham-gridley/butte-county-fairgrounds/