Ionia Free Fair 2026
Jul 16-25, 2026 Ionia, MIAbout
Founded in 1915, Ionia Free Fair is a 10-day fair scheduled to be held from July 16, 2026 (Thursday) to July 25, 2026 (Saturday) at the Ionia Fairgrounds in Ionia, Michigan and organized by Ionia Free Fair Board. The fair attracts over 400,000 visitors around the region. It offers agricultural and educational events, various competitions and contests, and fun for the whole family. People of all ages will enjoy some good clean entertainment, eat first-rate food prepared by local cooks, and view some great exhibits. This year, the fair will celebrate its 111th anniversary.
Venue
Ionia Fairgrounds
317 S Dexter St Ionia, MIAdditional Info
Gate Admission
Free
Carnival Ride Hours
Thursday: 5 pm - 11 pmFriday - Sunday: 1 pm - 11 pmMonday - Tuesday: 3 pm - 11 pmWednesday - Saturday: 1 pm - 11 pm
Parking
A 10 day parking pass is $30. Otherwise it’s $10 per day.
Fair by the Numbers
Established: 1915 Attendance: 400,000 Days Left: 12 Anniversary: 111th
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