The PLACE that brings people together, generation after generation.

 

The Washington State Fair is the largest single attraction held annually in the state of Washington. The Fair continually ranks as one of the largest fairs in the world. The Washington State Fair hosts two annual events, the 17-day Washington State Fair every September, and the four-day Spring Fair in Puyallup every April.

 

Situated south of Seattle and east of Tacoma in the shadow of majestic Mount Rainier, the Washington State Fair Events Center comprises 169+ acres, with buildings and land valued at more than $54 million. The facilities are available for rent during the year, making the grounds a valuable community resource. A staff of 55 works year-round. Over 1,900+ employees are hired each September during the Fair.

 

The Fair is the only agricultural fair in the state not supported by taxes. Entirely self-funded, the Fair generates significant economic activity.

In addition to the organization’s 100 year-round employees, approximately 7,500 people found temporary jobs at the Fair in September 2014.