Survey closing: Feedback on Phase 1

Survey closing: Feedback on Phase 1

The survey on the recommended Phase 1 Planning is closing Sunday, March 29. The recommendations for Phase 1 include the State Fair remaining on the Fairgrounds, with investment in infrastructure and facilities upgrades, as well as an outdoor sports stadium as a strong...
March Board Meeting

March Board Meeting

The Fairgrounds District Board meeting took place March 23, 2026 at the Alice K. Hoppes African American Pavilion. The master planning team presented Phase 1 recommendations, which added an outdoor sports stadium and critical State Fair improvements to the previous...
Fairgrounds Reimagined Community Meeting

Fairgrounds Reimagined Community Meeting

Save the date for the final Fairgrounds Reimagined community meeting on Friday, March 13. Join us to learn more about the master plan, including insights from research and community conversations, what to expect with the potential first phase of future development,...
SB 48 Passes the Legislature

SB 48 Passes the Legislature

On February 18, Senate Bill 48, which authorizes $92M in bonding for pre-development of the Fairgrounds passed off the House Floor. The legislation, sponsored by Senator Mimi Stewart and Representative Janelle Anyanonu, previously passed the Senate and is now on its...