RV Rentals at South Carolina State Fair

ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT

At the 2025 South Carolina State Fair, guests will enjoy onstage entertainment from famous bands and musicians. In addition to the many performers, there are also fun competitions, games, and more. The fair will have food vendors as well as booths selling all kinds of interesting products. Agricultural demonstrations are always interesting to see, and of course, the midway, with its carnival rides, is a must for all families with children.

ON-SITE AMENITIES

The South Carolina State Fair offers conveniently located restrooms with ADA features. Guests can rent wheelchairs, strollers, and scooters as needed. You’ll also find ATMs throughout the venue, and there is a health building if an emergency arises.

LOCATION

South Carolina State Fair 1200 Rosewood Drive Columbia, South Carolina 29201 The event is held on the fairgrounds, which are paved like the parking lot, so you don’t have to worry about muddy conditions if it rains.

LINEUP

The 2025 lineup for the South Carolina State Fair will be announced soon. For the latest updates, visit the official event page.

RVING AT THE EVENT

RV camping at the South Carolina State Fair is restricted to registered vendors and individuals who are attending planned special events with prior reservations for their own events. However, there are many RV resorts, parks, and campgrounds with incredible amenities.

If you don’t own an RV, RVshare has many terrific RV choices that will meet your camping requirements, and many owners provide delivery to your campground for a fee.

Here are some RV campground, resort, and park recommendations:

Big Rig Friendly RV Resort offers full hookups with water, electricity, and sewage at large RV sites. The resort amenities include Wi-Fi, a playground, a pool, four pickleball courts, and a clubhouse.

River Bottom Farms Family Campground offers RV sites accommodating RVs of all sizes up to 70 feet. The onsite amenities include a pool, volleyball courts, a recreation field, an arcade, a nature trail, a playground, and stocked fishing ponds.

Tips for RVers at the South Carolina State Fair:

• Become familiar with all the rules of the South Carolina State Fair. If you are traveling with teens, they cannot be on the fairgrounds after 6 p.m. without adult supervision. All bags are subject to search as you enter the venue.

• Guests cannot bring specific items to the fair, including weapons, outside food and drink, and selfie sticks. Soliciting isn’t permitted, and smoking and vaping are only allowed in designated smoking areas only.

• Bring your car to your campground and drive it to the fair to save on fuel and parking. You can also avoid tickets when shopping in local areas where RV parking isn’t available.

• Review all rules and guidelines for your campground before arriving. Some campgrounds don’t allow alcoholic beverages, smoking, or campfires. It’s best to know what to expect before your arrival.

WHERE TO STAY

Columbia has many terrific hotel accommodations from which to choose that meet your preferences. If you need a break from camping, you’ll find impressive choices with all the creature comforts of home. Here are a few recommendations:

• Hampton Inn & Suites Columbia has many well-appointed guest rooms and suites to meet your requirements. Their accommodations include private bathrooms, comfortable beds, and modern furnishings. The hotel amenities include an outdoor pool, connecting rooms, a fitness center, a business center, free Wi-Fi, and free hot breakfast.

• Hyatt Place Columbia/Harbison offers beautiful guest rooms and suites with up to two bedrooms. The hotel amenities include an outdoor pool and an on-site restaurant.

HOW TO GET THERE

From Columbia Metropolitan Airport: Take Air Commerce Drive to SC-602/Platt Springs Road. Head southwest on Airport Blvd toward Air Commerce Drive. Take a slight right onto Air Commerce Drive. Turn right to stay on Air Commerce Drive. Turn right onto SC-602/Platt Springs Road. Continue onto D Avenue. Turn right onto 12th Street. Turn left onto US-176 West/US-21 North/US-321 North/Knox Abbott Drive. Continue straight onto Blossom Street. Turn right onto Assembly Street. Turn right onto Rosewood Drive. Turn left, then turn right. The South Carolina State Fair will be on the right. From Cayce: Head north on Middleton Street toward Hazel Street. Turn right onto US-176 West/US-321 North. Continue straight onto Blossom Street. Turn right onto Assembly Street. Turn right onto Rosewood Drive. Turn left. Turn right, and the South Carolina State Fair will be on the right.

PARKING

Parking at the 2025 South Carolina State Fair is available at the Lexington Medical Fair Park at the South Carolina Fairgrounds for $10 per vehicle. Guests can pay for parking using their debit or credit card or Apple Pay.

TICKETS & PRICING

Tickets for the 2025 South Carolina State Fair aren’t available yet. Stay updated about ticket availability by visiting the event's ticket page.

WRAP UP

The 2025 South Carolina State Fair will feature live music, arts and crafts, carnival rides, and midway games. It’s a terrific event for the family or for couples looking for a date night option. Stay updated about the South Carolina State Fair by following it on Facebook.

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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