CANFIELD FAIR FUN FACTS AND Q AND A

The Canfield Fair is the largest county fair in the state of Ohio.

Total paid 2013 fair attendance was 301,168.

The record attendance for one year was 539,437 in 1979.

Its 353 acres comprise 178 acres of midway and 175 acres of parking.

The parking areas require regular mowing, cleaning, draining and manicuring.

There will be about 1,000 concessions at the Canfield Fair. One recent year had a total of 14,286 square feet sold to concessionaires.

In ONE RECENT year, some 1,100 cases of lemons were purchased to make Lemon Shake-ups, a perennial fair favorite.

There are 16 restroom buildings located throughout the grounds, plus 72 Port-a-John units that are rented for the duration of the Fair.

Total annual electric bill at the Canfield Fairgrounds: $236,000+.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q. What hours is the Canfield Fair open?

A: The Canfield Fair opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 11 p.m. each day of the Fair.

Q: How can I contact the Fairgrounds office?

A: The Fairgrounds office is open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.until 4 p.m. throughout the year. You may call us at 330-533-4107 or send an email to CFRooster@aol.com

Q: Is there a charge for parking?

A: Parking is available for free throughout the Canfield Fair.

Q: Is handicap parking available?

A: Handicap parking is available at Gate 9 off Route 46 and off Fairground Boulevard.

Q: Where can I find wheelchairs or scooters?

A: Wheelchairs and scooters are available to rent at Gates B and F from Boardman Medical Supply and First Choice Mobility.

Source: Canfield Fair website, canfieldfair.com