fairground
noun
fair·ground
ˈfer-ˌgrau̇nd 
: an area where outdoor fairs, circuses, or exhibitions are held
—often used in plural with singular construction
… what a spot for a fairgrounds!—
W. L. Gresham
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Council members also discussed minimizing disruptions during opening day at the fairgrounds or other busy times.
—Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
My ceremony was in Pomona fairgrounds in 2008.
—Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
The 155-acre fairgrounds, established in 1909, attracted 750,000 attendees each year.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Despite a massive public outcry, Box Elder County commissioners unanimously approved the project after facing a contentious crowd in a May 4 meeting at the county fairgrounds.
—Mary Jane Gibson, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2026
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Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2026
My ceremony was in Pomona fairgrounds in 2008.
—Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 May 2026
The 155-acre fairgrounds, established in 1909, attracted 750,000 attendees each year.
—Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Despite a massive public outcry, Box Elder County commissioners unanimously approved the project after facing a contentious crowd in a May 4 meeting at the county fairgrounds.
—Mary Jane Gibson, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2026
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“Fairground.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fairground. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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fairground
noun
fair·ground
ˈfa(ə)r-ˌgrau̇nd
ˈfe(ə)r-
: an area set aside for fairs, circuses, and exhibitions
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