History
The first recorded Fair in El Dorado County was held in 1859 in Coloma. Until 1939, the Fair was held at various locations including Coloma, Diamond Springs and downtown Placerville. With no permanent facilities to call its own until 1939, the County Fair annually used whatever facilities it could glean to hold the event. In those early days, the entire town where the Fair was held became the Fairgrounds. When in Placerville, some venues included the Confidence Hall, Sigwart's Opera House, the Central House Hotel and Ballroom and the Stockyards. The first County Fair at the current site on Placerville Dr. (old Hwy 50) was held in 1939 conducted by the American Legion under a contract with El Dorado County. The American Legion conducted the County Fairs until 1952 when the current Fair Association was formed. World War II caused the Fair to become dormant from 1942 until 1947 when the American Legion reactivated the event.
Specialties
Home to El Dorado County Fair each June & host of EDCF Wine Competition, July 4th Family Blast, Crab & Chowder Gala, plus many other events like the Hangtown Music Festival and more. Many rental facilities available for festivals, weddings, birthday parties and other events. We specialize in finding the perfect venue for community members and non-profits.