Shopping & Community Exhibits
Beyond the food, rides and entertainment, the S.C. State Fair offers a wide variety of shopping and commercial exhibits for fairgoers to explore. From unique products and specialty items to services, demonstrations and helpful information, these exhibits give guests another way to discover something new while enjoying a fair experience Rooted in Fun. Here are some places to shop and explore during the fair.
South Carolina State Fair Online Store
Exciting news for South Carolina State Fair fans! New this year, fairgoers can shop the South Carolina State Fair Online Store for shirts featuring the beloved South Carolina State Fair logo.
Whether you are looking for a favorite fair keepsake or a fun way to show your fair spirit, the online store makes it easy to find official S.C. State Fair apparel.
Proceeds benefit the S.C. State Fair’s Ride of Your Life Scholarship program.
South Carolina State Fair Souvenir Shop
Located inside the South Carolina Grown Marketplace in the Rosewoods Building
NEW this year, the South Carolina State Fair Souvenir Shop gives fair lovers a special place to “Take Home the Memories.” Tucked inside the South Carolina Grown Marketplace, this official souvenir shop will feature themed and logo merchandise celebrating the fun, tradition and spirit of the S.C. State Fair. From keepsakes to fair-inspired favorites, guests can find items that help them remember their visit long after the fairgrounds close. The souvenir shop accepts credit cards only.
South Carolina Grown Marketplace
Located in the Rosewoods Building
Returning for its third year, this unique marketplace has expanded and doubled the number of vendors, showcasing the best of local craftsmanship, creativity and homegrown products — each proudly made, grown or sewn in South Carolina.
Guests are invited to discover and support South Carolina’s talented artisans, creators, farmers and small businesses. It’s more than shopping — it’s a chance to celebrate local talent, support the local economy and connect with the creativity rooted across our state. The marketplace accepts credit cards only.
The Goodman Building
Step into the Goodman Building near the South Gate, where a wide variety of commercial exhibits await fairgoers. From gourmet candy and treats, unique gifts, to home improvement services, health resources and the latest technology, the Goodman Building is filled with vendors ready to inform, delight and inspire. It’s the perfect place to shop, explore and see what catches your eye.
*New* this year, the Pro Kitchen Cookie Kitchen has moved to the Goodman Building! Fairgoers can stop by for warm, freshly baked cookies, pair them with a cold glass of milk and enjoy a favorite fair tradition that helps support the S.C. State Fair’s Ride of Your Life Scholarship program.
Map and Vendor List
Outdoor Fun Fair Finds
Discover unique shopping and service experiences tucked throughout the South Carolina State Fair. From personalized gifts and fair souvenirs to specialty services and memorable extras, vendors across the fairgrounds offer plenty to explore between rides, food and entertainment. A full vendor list and map will be available to help fairgoers find these locations during the fair.
Map and Vendor List
McLeod Farms
Featured daily in the Ellison Building
Visit McLeod Farms for a variety of South Carolina made and grown products and produce. McLeod Farms has been family-owned and operated since 1916. They specialize in fresh peaches, strawberries, blackberries, year-round produce, row crops, gift baskets, jarred products, homemade bakery items and family fun. This fifth-generation farm recognizes the importance of growing high-quality produce with sustainable agriculture practices.
Ernest Lee (“The Chicken Man”)
Appearing daily in the small stock building
Beloved street artist and Columbia legend Ernest Lee is back and will be selling his popular chicken paintings, as well as other pieces, at this year’s S.C. State Fair. While Lee is widely known for his chicken paintings, his works also include ocean scenes, nature scenes, fish, pets, palmetto trees, portraits — and whatever else comes to mind.
Purchase Artwork
See a piece you love in the Mark W. Buyck, Jr. Fine Art Exhibition? Complete a Public Interest Sheet in the Cantey Building to let the artist know you are interested.
After the fair, the Public Interest Sheet will be provided to the artist when the artwork is picked up. The artist may then choose to contact the interested buyer directly. Artists decide whether their work is available for purchase, and all proceeds from a sale go directly to the artist.
Artwork marked “Not for Sale” is not available for purchase. The South Carolina State Fair does not negotiate artwork purchases and is not responsible or liable for transactions between artists and buyers.