RV Rentals at Maryland State Fair

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

If you like rides, you'll be pleased to know that the fair's midway has plenty of them. You'll find everything from your standard Ferris wheel and carousels to teacups and swings. There's also the adventure-filled Pirate Island, Crazy Chopper, Rocking Tug, and many more exciting rides.

In 2019, the midway added a new and exciting ride to its inventory, the Space Port. It goes high up into the air to perform its tricks and thrill its riders. Also new in 2023 was a Circus Train that took fairgoers on a fun ride around the fairgrounds. As far as entertainment and other activities are concerned, you'll get to see free shows like horse racing, mobile glass blowing, and the Pretty Bird Paradise. 

ON-SITE AMENITIES

Electric scooters, manual wheelchairs, and children’s wagons are available to rent near the Light Rail Gate at the fair. Only credit cards may be used to rent these items. Backpacks under 18 inches by 18 inches are allowed at the fair, and clear bags are recommended for security checks. 

LOCATION

The fair takes place at the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium. This community is in the outer rim of the Greater Baltimore area, about 14 miles north of Charm City's downtown district. 

2200 York Road Lutherville-Timonium MD, 21093

RVING AT THE EVENT

There are no options for camping right at the Maryland State Fair. However, there are some other campgrounds around Baltimore to check out.

• Hollofield Campground is on the western side of Baltimore, and it offers some dry campsites and some campsites with electrical hookups. The campsites feature gravel pads, and there are plenty of hiking trails nearby within Patapsco Valley State Park.

• The Hilton Camping Loop is also part of Patapsco Valley State Park, and it has some great campsites for small RVs. There are no hookups, but there are clean restrooms and wooded campsites.

• Bar Harbor RV Park and Marina is a campground along the coast for all sizes of RVs to enjoy. Campsites there come with full hookups, and pets are allowed.

Here are some tips for camping near the Maryland State Fair:

• Most area campgrounds are quite far from the fairgrounds, so plan to leave early in the day to arrive at the fair. If you want to see a particular event at the fair, be sure to leave at least an hour in advance. 

• If the lines for food at the fair are too long, consider making some quick and healthy snacks in your RV instead. You can even make some snacks to take on hiking trips with you if you’d like to see the nearby state parks. 

• Check with the campground you are staying at to see if your pets can be left at your camper while you are at the fair. Some campgrounds do not allow pets to be left unattended, so plan accordingly. 

• If you stay at a dry campground, consider bringing a generator with you for electricity. Most RVs also have water storage tanks that can be filled before you stay at a campsite without water hookups. 

WHERE TO STAY

Aside from the area’s campgrounds, a couple of hotels are within a short distance of the Maryland State Fair. 

• The Red Roof PLUS+ Baltimore North is located about one mile from the Maryland State Fairgrounds. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking, and some pet-friendly rooms.

• The Holiday Inn Timonium is another hotel that is about a mile from the fairgrounds. It offers free Wi-Fi, free parking, paid breakfast, and a pool. 

HOW TO GET THERE

Getting to the Maryland State Fairgrounds is not difficult at all, especially with all the signage you'll encounter once you get close to the venue. Just head to the intersection of York and Timonium roads, and you're there.

If you're coming from Interstate 83 North, get off at Exit 17 and take Padonia Road to York Road. Then, take York south to the fairgrounds.

If you're coming from Interstate 83 South, you'll be getting off at Exit 18 onto York Road, which will take you east to the fairgrounds entrance.

PARKING

Parking at the Maryland State Fairgrounds is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Because parking is limited, you should plan on parking your RV somewhere else. The organizers of the state fair encourage attendees to use public transportation, such as the Light RailLink, which will take you straight to the grounds. Uber and Lyft are also available to get you to and from the grounds. Ride-share drivers will drop off and pick up at the Deerco Road Park and Ride lot, which is another place you can also find parking. Whether you park there or get dropped off, you can be at the fairgrounds after a short 1.2-mile walk.

TICKETS & PRICING

Children 5 and under may enter the fair for free. Other tickets cost $12 for adults, $10 for seniors, and $7 for children between ages 7 and 11.

WRAP UP

The Maryland State Fair is a great event to check out for lots of rides, food, and entertainment. By taking your RV to a nearby campground, you can ensure that you’ll have a quiet place to rest at the end of each exciting day of the fair.  For more updates about the Maryland State Fair, check out the event’s official Facebook page.

Please note, this is not the official source of the event information. While we try to be as comprehensive as possible, some details may have changed since the time this article was written. Please confirm final details with the official event page .

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