The 90 acre Greater Gulf State Fairgrounds are located in West Mobile at the intersection of Cody Road and Zeigler Boulevard. The Fairgrounds are available for almost every type of event imaginable, large or small, indoors or outdoors. It is completely fenced for privacy and control with paved parking for 1,000 vehicles, and total parking for up to 5,000 vehicles. A covered drive allows protected loading and unloading of passengers to the Hocklander Hall and Grand Ballroom.
The Fair staff is available to answer any questions and to help plan your event. Call (251) 344-4573 for more information and a video of the facilities.
Hocklander Hall – Hocklander Hall lends itself admirably to trade shows, flea markets, concerts, and sporting events. Roll-up doors provide easy access for unloading and are large enough to accommodate recreational vehicles, trailers, boats, trucks and cars.
- 360' x 120' – 43,200 square feet
- Concrete Floor
- Restrooms
- Office Space
- 14' high x 16' wide overhead door
- 400 amp three phase power (east end of building
Grand Ballroom – The Grand Ballroom is the centerpiece of the Fairgrounds' indoor facilities. The Grand Ballroom is well suited for Mardi Gras Balls, seated dinners, receptions, private parties, proms, dances, exhibitions, trade shows and conventions.
- 177' x 120' - 21,240 square feet
- Part carpeted, part tiled floor
- PA system
- Restrooms across the hallway
- 14' high x 20' wide Overhead Door
- Power: two services of 200 amp three phase
- Climate controlled
Capacities of the Grand Ballroom:
- 2,700 Reception (no tables or chairs)
- 2,200 Theater-style (chairs only)
- 2,000 Banquet (tables and chairs)
In addition, the Grand Ballroom can be divided into two smaller rooms by a collapsible dividing wall. The tiled side is the EXHIBIT HALL and the carpeted side is the BALLROOM. Both sides together are called the GRAND BALLROOM. It adjoins and can be used in conjunction with Hocklander Hall.
Exhibit Hall – (Tiled side)
- 100' x 120'
- 12,000 square feet
- Climate controlled
Capacities of Exhibit Hall:
- 1,500 reception (no tables or chairs)
- 1,200 Theater-style (chairs only)
- 1,100 Banquet (tables & chairs)
Ballroom (carpeted side of Grand Ballroom)
- 77' x 120'
- 9,240 square feet
- climate controlled
Capacities of Ballroom:
- 1,200 Reception (no tables or chairs)
- 1,000 Theater-style (chairs only)
- 900 Banquet (tables & chairs)
Farm & Home Building
- 60' x 120'
- Concrete floor
- Roll-up loading door
Outdoor Rental Facilities
Budweiser Grandstand
The Budweiser Grandstand Stage is
perfect for any type of musical event from bluesfests to
rock acts to a country hoedown. The large field in front
of the stage can accommodate an audience of up to 20,000
people. The stage can also be used for speeches,
announcements, etc.
- 40' x 40' covered stage, 4' high
- 23'x32' covered sound wings
- Dressing Rooms
- Power available on stage: 400 amp three phase disconnect, two services of 200 amp disconnects, 220 amp breaker panel, additional 200 amp disconnect behind stage.
Rodeo Arena
- 150' x 250' Open Arena
- Announcer's stand
- Night lighting
-
Bleacher seating for about 2,500
Show Arena
- 80' x 240' Covered Arena
- Dirt Floor
- Lighting and 110 plug-ins
Frontier Village
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Outdoor grassy area, perfect for company
picnics or family reunions - 20' x 14' Covered Stage
- Close to Restrooms
