The Allentown Fairgrounds
Allentown, PA
302 North 17th Street 18104
VENUE GUIDE
The Allentown Fairgrounds
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near The Allentown Fairgrounds
Make the event easier by staying close to The Allentown Fairgrounds and the surrounding Allentown area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
West End Hotel
0.6 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.6 (32 reviews)
Moxy Allentown Downtown
1.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 3.9 (252 reviews)
Renaissance Allentown Hotel
1.4 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (923 reviews)
Holiday Inn Express Allentown North by IHG
1.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (666 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About The Allentown Fairgrounds & the Area
The Allentown Fairgrounds is an event venue in Allentown, PA. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near The Allentown Fairgrounds for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Little Miss Korea
0.0 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (131 reviews)
Amish Village Kitchen
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
The Market Grille
0.0 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (510 reviews)
Soul Soup
0.0 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of The Allentown Fairgrounds.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
1812 Piano Lounge
0.2 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (89 reviews)
Tavern on Liberty
0.5 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (906 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Mareks Cafe & Bagels
0.0 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (23 reviews)
Heffelfinger's Gourmet- Coffee, Tea, & Specialty Foods
0.0 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (83 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.4 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (392 reviews)
Wawa
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (519 reviews)
Marzwire Coffee
1.0 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
Gems & Joe
1.1 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (274 reviews)
Museums
Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum
1.7 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (95 reviews)
Mack Trucks Historical Museum
2.0 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (317 reviews)
Haines Mill Museum
2.0 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before The Allentown Fairgrounds.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (34 reviews)
America On Wheels Museum
2.3 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (910 reviews)
Attractions
Sleepy Cat Urban Winery
0.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (181 reviews)
Cedar Beach Park
0.8 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (2,600 reviews)
Lights in the Parkway
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (11 reviews)
Old Allentown Preservation Association
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to The Allentown Fairgrounds.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (10 reviews)
Malcolm Gross Rose Garden
1.1 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,774 reviews)
Fountain Park
1.2 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (363 reviews)
Shopping
Hamilton Commons
0.3 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (80 reviews)
Allen Street Shopping Center
0.6 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (2,018 reviews)
Village West
1.4 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to The Allentown Fairgrounds.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (1,544 reviews)
Parkway Rent a Car Shopping Center
1.8 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to The Allentown Fairgrounds.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,403 reviews)
Dorneyville Shopping Center
2.0 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (318 reviews)
American Plaza Shopping Center
2.0 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,182 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near The Allentown Fairgrounds. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Bars & Nightlife
1812 Piano Lounge
0.2 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (89 reviews)
Tavern on Liberty
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (906 reviews)
Getting to The Allentown Fairgrounds
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to The Allentown Fairgrounds in Allentown, PA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Venue-specific public transit service to The Allentown Fairgrounds has not been verified. Check the local or regional transit agency and current event instructions for routes, stops, schedules and special event service near The Allentown Fairgrounds.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for The Allentown Fairgrounds. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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Upcoming Events & Tickets
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