To park at the Fairgrounds, enter through one of three gates.
$10.00* Parking
in the Lexington Medical Fair Park on the S.C. State Fairgrounds
$10* per vehicle. Payment via credit/debit cards & Apple pay only. No convenience fees. No returns.
Parking and drop-off are free for all full-size school buses and senior care vans.
Enter through Gate 6 (901 George Rogers Blvd.), Gate 7 (1041 George Rogers Blvd.) or Gate 10 (901 Bluff Rd).
We prioritize guest safety. Gates may close if capacity is reached. If this happens, you may be able to find alternate parking at nearby locations that accommodate fair visitors.
Did You Know? All proceeds from parking go to help S.C. students through our Ride of your Life Scholarship program.
Accessible Parking
Accessible parking is $10* per vehicle. Payment via credit/debit cards and Apple pay only. Accessible parking is available at Gate 6 (901 George Rogers Blvd), Gate 7 (1041 George Rogers Blvd.) and Gate 10 (901 Bluff Rd) along with general parking. Accessible parking will only be given to cars with a state official disability license plate or placard.
Guests with a state disability placard or license plate may park in the designated parking area in the Lexington Medical Center Fair Park on a first-come, first-serve basis. Drivers who wish to drop off a rider and park are kindly requested to notify a parking attendant, who will provide them with proper directions.
*GAMEDAY ALERT, Saturday, Oct. 18 – $20 PARKING
*Saturday, Oct. 18 is Gameday at Williams-Brice Stadium, just across the street from the Lexington Medical Center Fair Park. The Gamecocks will take on Oklahoma, and the area will be packed with both football fans and fairgoers.
Expect heavy traffic and delays throughout the day. Please pack your patience, plan ahead, and allow extra travel time.
On this day only, parking at the fair will be $20 per vehicle, credit card only. This special rate helps manage demand and ensures access to parking for everyone attending the fair.
We strongly encourage early arrival, carpooling, and following posted signage to make your experience as smooth as possible.
Let’s work together to keep the day safe, fun, and festive for all!
Please note: Reserved football parking passes are not valid during the South Carolina State Fair.
Traffic Flow & Entry Tips
We’ve streamlined traffic patterns to help make your arrival and departure as smooth as possible.
- More Entrance Locations.
- More Exit Locations.
- Improved Parking Procedures.
- Additional Parking and Street Signage.
You can enter or exit through Gate 10 and Gate 6 with ease. Gate 7 offers two lanes in, and Gate 8 has two lanes out for a quicker exit.
Pro Tip: If you’re heading to the fair via Shop Rd driving toward downtown, we recommend turning left on George Rogers Blvd and entering through either Gate 7 or Gate 10 for the fastest route in!
We prioritize guest safety. Gates may close if capacity is reached. If this happens, you may be able to find alternate parking at nearby locations that accommodate fair visitors.
Gameday Notice (Saturday, Oct. 18):
Due to the University of South Carolina football game at Williams-Brice Stadium—directly across from the Lexington Medical Center Fair Park—traffic patterns may change. Expect delays and adjustments for that day.
Bus Drop-off Location
For an easy drop off, buses can stop at the North Gate on Rosewood Drive just past Gate 1 (close to the rocket). Although buses aren’t permitted to park in this area, drivers can pull up to the gate for an easy dismount.
