The fairgrounds are available to rent for many types of events, from agricultural fairs, craft festivals, horse shows, musical performances, to private parties and more.

The fairgrounds are located at 3 Sisco Street in Westport, New York

NOTE: All events must follow CDC guidelines for Covid-19

Floral Hall

CONTACT US

Essex County Department of Public Works

8053 US Route 9

Elizabethtown, NY 12932

Phone: (518) 873-3743

Email: fairgrounds@essexcountyny.gov

WINTER STORAGE AT THE FAIRGROUNDS

Spots are now filled for the 2022-2023 winter season. Please call (518) 873-3743 if you have any questions. 

LEASE AGREEMENT (PDF)

How to rent the fairgrounds:

  1. Read the IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT FAIRGROUND RENTALS
  2. Read the STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
  3. Read the RULES AND REGULATIONS
  4. Look over the FEE SCHEDULE to see the rental options and rates (and check out the GROUNDS MAP)
  5. Contact the Facilities and Events Coordinator to see if the date you want is available.
  6. Fill out the PERMIT APPLICATION FORM (available in PDF fillable format). NOTE: A signature is required on the Permit Application as well as on the attached Rules & Regulations page.
  7. Obtain and submit evidence of proper INSURANCE along with your rental fee (see SAMPLE INSURANCE CERTIFICATE)

Around the Fairgrounds

Fairgrounds Upcoming Events

TitleDate
Private Party1749859200 Saturday, June 14, 2025, 12:00 AM - Sunday, June 15, 2025, 12:00 AM
Essex County Community Job Fair1746711000 Thursday, May 8, 2025, 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
2025 Rabies Vaccination Clinic1742652000 Saturday, March 22, 2025, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Adirondack Harvest Festival1758326400 Saturday, September 20, 2025, 12:00 AM - Sunday, September 21, 2025, 12:00 AM

Overhead View of Fairgrounds

Fairgrounds Map