Facilities
We are located at the Douglas County Fairgrounds but are not the only establishment here! See below for more information on what we manage and helpful links on where you can go for other information.
Dreher Family 4-H Building
The Dreher Family 4-H Building was built through the generous donation of Helen Dreher to meet the needs of all Douglas County 4-H'ers. The Douglas County 4-H Foundation has created these policies for the use of the building.
The primary purpose of the building is dedicated to 4-H/Extension educational activities. 4-H groups will have first priority for use of the building, followed by Douglas County Extension. Government entities, not-for-profit tax exempt groups, other organizations, and businesses may have the opportunity to rent space, providing their application is approved by the committee. The building is not available for personal use, (i.e., family reunions, weddings, or for commercial resale, religious or political campaign uses). Appropriate uses of the building should provide a benefit to the community. The Dreher Family 4-H Building committee will make final determination on the approval of all rental requests.
Starting in January 1, 2025 our prices for rental will change. The Dreher Family 4-H Building is not available for rent in the month of JULY due to Douglas County Fair preparation and events.
Culinary Commons
"Culinary Commons is a community incubator kitchen that offers you a clean, quiet atmosphere to cook with friends and family, create delicious recipes to launch your food business, or innovate to perfect your dream product. Recurring rentals encouraged and welcome!" - Culinary Commons
Our Food Business Resource Navigator, Quinlan Carttar, offers tours upon appointment of the Fairground's Culinary Commons kitchen.
For schedule and availability information, please contact the Douglas County Fairground's Administrative Specialist, Paige Vannicola at 785-832-5296.
Douglas County Fairgrounds
Information about the Douglas County Fairgrounds can be found on their website.
General information about the Douglas County, Kansas Fairgrounds facilities.
Douglas County Free Fair
Information for the Douglas County Kansas Free Fair can be found on their website .
You can also find information via Twitter (@DGCountyFair) or Facebook (DGCountyFair).