🗺️ Your Ultimate Fair Navigator

Welcome to the Douglas County Fair in Alexandria, MN! You’ve made it to the right place. Ready to find the food on a stick, the cutest goats, or the wildest rides? Don’t worry; we won’t let you get lost in the funnel cake smoke!

Use these tools to master the grounds like a pro and make sure you don't miss a single second of the action:

🚀 The Tools for Success

• Fair Finder – Like GPS, but for corn dogs and carnival games.
• Fairgrounds Map – Every exhibit, every stage, and, most importantly, the bathrooms.
• Accessibility – Smooth rolling! Everything you need to know about navigating the fairgrounds with ease.

🅿️ The "Free Parking" Hack

• The Main Spot: Head straight to the Integrity Title West Parking Lot. It’s our designated free lot!
• The Time-Saver: Arrive before 11:00 AM on weekdays to snag the closest spots before the lunch rush hits.
• The "Golden" Secret: If you want to park at the East Gate, you’ll need a "Golden Ticket" (pre-paid parking) or a handicapped permit. You can't buy these at the gate, so plan ahead!

🚐 Ride in Style

• The 15-Minute Rule: Our West Lot shuttles run every 15 minutes. If you just missed one, it’s the perfect time to double-check your "must-see" list on the Fair Finder.
• Courtesy Pick-ups: If you’re parked in an outlying lot, don't sweat the walk. Just ask any gate attendant, and they’ll call a courtesy shuttle to come get you.

🎡 Timing is Everything

• Sensory-Friendly Session: Looking for a calmer vibe? Join us on Wednesday from 3 PM – 6 PM for our sensory-friendly carnival session (no lights, no loud music).
• Early Birds: Gates open at 8:00 AM daily. It’s the best time to see the animals in the barns while they’re fresh and active!
• Carnival Kick-off: The rides usually start spinning at 1:00 PM (except for Wednesday’s 3:00 PM start).