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(Weekdays) Monday-Friday: 12 PM to 10 PM
(Weekends) Saturday & Sunday: 10 AM to 10 PM
Adults:
Monday-Friday $15
(weekdays)
Saturday & Sunday $20
(weekends)
Seniors 65+:
Monday-Friday $12
(weekdays)
Saturday & Sunday $16
(weekends)
Children (5-12) $7
Children (4 & under) FREE
ON SITE PARKING $10 per car (CASH ONLY)
Ride Bracelets $40
Look under Daily Specials for opportunities to save!
There are many ways to save at the Champlain Valley Fair! From Kid’s Day to Carload Special, there’s something for everyone. Below are all the daily specials we offer. Note: Specials & discount programs cannot be combined with other specials/discount programs.
Friday, August 28 – Opening Day & “Kid’s Day”
Kid’s Ages 5 to 12 – $5.00 Admission All Day! As a reminder, kid’s ages 4 and under are free everyday!
Monday, August 31 – “Military Appreciation Day”
Military members (past and present) receive free admission with a valid Military ID.
Tuesday, September 1 – “Senior Day”
Seniors (55 & over): $12.00 Admission with valid ID at Gate.
Wednesday, September 2 – “Carload Special Day!”
$99.00 gets everyone in your vehicle admission, parking, and a ride bracelet (legal load limit) with Simon’s coupon. One coupon per car. Coupons will be made available at your local Simon’s store in early August. Simon’s locations
Carload Special Day is presented by Simon’s.
Thursday, September 3 – “Hannaford Feed A Family Day” and “College Night”
Bring two non-perishable food items before 2:00 PM on Thursday and receive free admission that day. Bring two more non-perishable food items and save $10.00 off a ride bracelet. Food drive runs from Noon to 2:00 PM only.
Feed A Family Day is presented by Hannaford
Currently enrolled college students gain free admission all day with a valid College Student ID!
Other Specials!
$10 after 5:00 PM Special (Weeknights)
Come for dinner and stay for the fun at the Fair, any weekday including opening Friday! Save $5.00 on regular adult admission when you arrive after 5:00 PM. (Discount programs cannot be combined with other discount admission programs.)
Midweek Madness!
Save big with special $4.00 deals at participating food vendors on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday around the grounds! Simply look for the Midweek Madness Logo on participating stands.
Read & Win
For kids K-8, find instructions here: champlainvalleyfair.org/read-win/
(Weekdays) Monday-Friday: 2 PM to 11 PM
(Weekends) Saturday & Sunday: 12 PM to 11 PM
Yes – vendors accept both cash and cards.
Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bags no larger than 12” x 12” x 12” are allowed.
All other bags must be 5″x9″x2″ or smaller (the size of a small purse or clutch).
Exceptions include diaper bags and bags containing essential medical equipment. All bags will be subject to search as referenced above.
Please pay close attention to the prohibited items list below.
Prohibited items will not be brought into the Champlain Valley Fair. There is no storage area for any items at the Champlain Valley Fair. Guests arriving by public transportation should take particular care not to bring any prohibited items, as no exceptions will be made.
Champlain Valley Fair management reserves the right to change or modify this policy without notice.
Note: Exceptions include diaper bags and bags containing essential medical equipment.
We ask that bottles either be factory sealed or empty. We have stations to re-fill a water bottle throughout the Fairgrounds.
The safety of our fairgoers, volunteers, and staff is always a top priority. After extensive discussions with Essex Police Department, our security team at GMCS, and staff; and to align with fair and event industry practices; the Champlain Valley Fair is enacting this “Bags and Containers ” policy.
- No coolers please
- A large selection of food & beverages are available at the Fair – download our app to see a continuously updated list!
- Exceptions are made for those with special dietary needs
- We ask that bottles either be factory sealed or empty. We have stations to re-fill a water bottle throughout the Fairgrounds.
No outside alcohol is allowed – beer, wine, and a limited menu of cocktails are available in designated locations.
Firearms are not allowed on the Fairgrounds at any time!
Smoking is not permitted inside buildings.
Smoking outside is permitted ONLY in designated areas. Please pick up a Fair Fun Guide when arriving on the grounds or ask for directions.
No pets are allowed except for service animals, defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.
Please pay close attention to the prohibited items list below.
- Bags larger than 5″x9″x2″ in size
- Firearms
- Knives, box cutters, tools of any kind, or any item that could be used as a weapon
- Pepper spray or mace
- Coolers of any type or size
- Alcoholic beverages, illegal substances
- Noise-making devices
- Confetti or glitter
- Fireworks
- Drones
- Skateboards, hoverboards or other personal recreational vehicles, except for ADA-required devices
- Projectiles (e.g., flying discs or beach balls)
- Obscene, indecent, or inappropriate clothing
- Laser pointers or similar devices
- Professional audio/visual equipment including tripods and monopods are prohibited in the Grandstand. Consumer rated cameras and video cameras are sometimes permitted but must not interfere with other attendees’ enjoyment of the show.
Such items will be prohibited from being brought into the Champlain Valley Fair. There is no storage area for any items at the Champlain Valley Fair. Guests arriving by public transportation should take particular care not to bring any prohibited items, as no exceptions will be made.
Champlain Valley Fair management reserves the right to change or modify this policy without notice.
Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bags no larger than 12” x 12” x 12” are allowed.
All other bags must be 5″x9″x2″ or smaller (the size of a small purse or clutch).
Exceptions include diaper bags and bags containing essential medical equipment. All bags will be subject to search as referenced above.
Please pay close attention to the prohibited items list.
Prohibited items will not be brought into the Champlain Valley Fair. There is no storage area for any items at the Champlain Valley Fair. Guests arriving by public transportation should take particular care not to bring any prohibited items, as no exceptions will be made.
Champlain Valley Fair management reserves the right to change or modify this policy without notice.
Note: Exceptions include diaper bags and bags containing essential medical equipment.
We ask that bottles either be factory sealed or empty. We have stations to re-fill a water bottle throughout the Fairgrounds.
The safety of our fairgoers, volunteers, and staff is always a top priority. After extensive discussions with Essex Police Department, our security team at GMCS, and staff; and to align with fair and event industry practices; the Champlain Valley Fair is enacting this “Bags and Containers ” policy.
Visit rideGMT.com for schedule and route information. The #2 Essex Junction bus stops right at the Fair!
There is no charge for handicap parking. Handicap parking is located at the Red Gate – parking attendants will guide you. You must have an official handicapped parking permit.
Strollers and wheelchairs (regular & motorized) are available to rent adjacent to Red Gate near Expo Plaza. Scootaround is proud to be the exclusive scooter and wheelchair rental service for the Champlain Valley Fair. You can find pricing and reserve your exclusive scooter or wheelchair by going to this website: Scootaround
**Please note that once an event has started, no further pre-reservations will be available. You can see the attendant at the booth during the Fair to book a walk-up rental.
Handicapped accessible restrooms are available; locations are listed in the Fair program, available upon your arrival.
Yes – a free comfort station is located in the State Building near the center of the Fairgrounds.
No, all attendees of the Fair must have a ticket.
No pets are allowed except for service animals, defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.
The following COVID-19 Guidelines are in place. Please note, these guidelines could change.
- The safety of our fairgoers, volunteers, and staff remains paramount to our decision making. All state, federal, and CDC guidelines will continue to be followed.
- If you are showing symptoms of COVID-19, regardless of vaccine status, we ask that you do not attend the Fair until you have a negative test.
- The Champlain Valley Fair will not institute any limits on attendance at a given time.
- Face coverings will not be required for fair guests but are strongly encouraged for those not fully vaccinated.
- Proof of vaccination will not be required for fairgoers, volunteers, staff, or vendors. However, we strongly encourage all those who are eligible to be fully vaccinated.
- Cleaning and sanitization measures will adhere to federal and state guidelines. Hand sanitizer will be provided at locations throughout the fairgrounds.
- Concerts are held rain or shine.
- CVE maintains contact with the weather service at all times for the safety of all patrons.
- A concert would not be cancelled or delayed for rain. A concert would only be cancelled if the weather was a safety concern (lightning) and would be delayed before being cancelled.
- Umbrellas are not allowed; feel free to bring other rain gear.
- While some seats at the very back of the Grandstand have partial coverage, most areas are uncovered.
Some performers allow personal cameras for snapshots. Most performers do not allow professional level equipment (usually defined as having a removeable lens). You may be asked to leave your camera in your car.
All concert attendees must have a ticket, no matter what age.
Alcohol – State law prohibits the bringing of alcoholic beverages into the venue or the Fair. Adult beverages may only be purchased from a licensed vendor on the grounds. Anyone caught bringing in alcoholic beverages may be subject to eviction from the show and/or the Fair and possible prosecution.
Chairs and Blankets – We do not allow chairs or blankets into the venue.
Tailgating – We do not allow tailgate parties to occur in our parking lot.
Backpacks and Bags – Please read our complete bag policy under ‘Prohibited Items.’
Maps – Sometimes the PIT section is standing only, sometimes it is seated. Double check the ticket buying page for each concert.
Sometimes the PIT section is standing only, sometimes it is seated. Double check the ticket buying page for each concert.
A variety of lodging options are available in the greater Burlington area. Visit our Lodging & Camping Page for local hotel and camping options at or near the Fairgrounds. You can also visit maps.google.com, type in ‘Champlain Valley Exposition’, and search ‘Nearby’ to find the closest available hotels and motels.
Yes! CVE offers camping conveniently located on the Fairgrounds.
Book your spot at cvexpo.org/lodgingandcamping/
email: camping@cvexpo.org
call: (802) 355-4572
The Fairground is at 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT There are multiple entrances for your convenience: Gate B on Pearl Street, Gates E and F on Rt. 2A.
Check out our Exhibitor Handbook under ‘Participate.’
Check out Become A Vendor under ‘Participate.’
Contact the Superintendent of the Fair department you are interested in working for directly to learn about employment opportunities. Contact info here
You can also find Employment Opportunities here
All lost items are turned over to the Champlain Valley Exposition. You can contact us by calling 802-878-5545 or emailing info@cvexpo.org