Livestock Exhibitor Camping | Missouri State Fair

Livestock Camping is Now Closed

If you have questions about the status of your reservation, please email campgrounds@mda.mo.gov.

Please refer to the First Come, First Served Camping page for more camping options.

Pricing

Beef Campground – $25 (up to $25.76 with fees) per night. NO AMENITIES.
Sheep Campground – $35 (up to $35.96 with fees) per night. 30 AMP electric, full hookups
Lot 5 Campground – $45 (up to $46.16 with fees) per night. 50 AMP electric, full hookups
Outer Campground – $45 (up to $46.16 with fees) per night. 50 AMP electric, full hookups

Livestock Camping FAQ

Who is eligible for livestock exhibitor camping?

Individuals who are registered for exhibiting livestock at the State Fair. One campsite per household and/or mailing address is allowed. Camping request must be in the name of the individual physically exhibiting the animal.

How do I register for livestock exhibitor camping?

You may request reservations online, or submit a form via fax, beginning April 1 at 9 am.

For campers using the online reservation system:

The online portal will be available on this page starting at 9 a.m. on April 1 for the submission of exhibitor camping requests. You will receive an email once reservation has been made with instructions on how to pay for your site.

For campers using the downloadable and printable form:

The downloadable and printable form will be available on this page starting at 9 am on April 1. The form will need to be filled out in full, including payment information, and must be faxed to the Fair. Please only send the fax one time. Multiple submissions jam the fax machine and could result in multiple payments being processed.

Do I need to fill out the online reservation and fax in a paper form?

Campers should choose either the online reservation request system or fax in the paper form.

When will reservations open?

April 1 at 9 am.

Where will the form/online reservation system be available?

A download application option and link to the online reservation system will appear at the top of this web page on April 1 at 9 am.

How can I pay?

Credit card – Mastercard, Visa, American Express and Discover accepted.

Am I guaranteed a campsite in the livestock campground(s) if I submit a form or online reservation request?

Not necessarily. Campsites are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and do typically fill fast.

What are the livestock camping locations that I can choose from when I submit the camping form or online reservation request?

There are five options to choose from – Lot 5/Exhibitor, Outer, Sheep, Beef, and Disabled.

What are the prices for those locations?

$25-$45 per day (up to $25.76-$46.16 with fees), per vehicle/unit depending on location.

If I don’t get a campsite what happens?

A State Fair staff member will reach out to you via the email you list on the form regarding your options.

How do you choose who gets a campsite?

Campsites are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis using the time stamp of the receipt of your request.

If I had a campsite last year am I guaranteed a campsite this year?

No – spaces in the livestock camping area are not reserved from year to year.

How many livestock exhibitor campsites are there?

There are approximately 440 livestock exhibitor campsites available between the various camping areas. Once livestock camping spaces are full, Missouri State Fair will consider assigning public campground sites to accommodate livestock camping requests.

Are all campsites full service?

The inner/Lot 5, outer, and sheep camping areas offer full service (water, sewer, electric) hook-ups. The beef campground currently has no amenities.

Can I make changes to my reservation after I’ve submitted it?

Yes, but on a limited basis. Change requests must be submitted in writing to campgrounds@mda.mo.gov and are not guaranteed. No changes will be accepted after July 14.

When are check in and check out times?

Check in/arrival time is after 1 pm in all campgrounds.
Check out/departure time is before 10 am in all campgrounds.

What happens if I reserve a spot in the livestock exhibitor campground, but am unable to show the livestock, and therefore need to cancel my livestock exhibitor camping reservation?

If you intend to show an animal, but are unable to, you must inform the Fair by emailing campgrounds@mda.mo.gov, and cancel your reservation, as soon as you become aware you will not be showing.

What happens if I reserve a spot in the livestock exhibitor campground, but I don’t actually show livestock at the Fair?

Camping in the reserved campgrounds is a privilege for our livestock exhibitors and you must show livestock in order to make a reservation and keep your campsite. Violators will be removed from the campgrounds and will forfeit all paid fees, and will lose the right to make a reservation the following year. If you intend to show an animal but are unable to, you must inform the Fair by emailing campgrounds@mda.mo.gov, and cancel your reservation, as soon as you become aware you will not be showing.

Campground Rules

General Information

Campground is open 24 hours each day.
Check out time is 8:00 p.m.
Pay for entire stay as you enter.
You may purchase one permit for your camper; no purchasing of additional permits will be allowed.
Cash and major credit cards accepted.
No refunds.
Use tunnel as exit to enter fairgrounds.
Campground is patrolled by Missouri State Highway Patrol and State Fair Campground Security.
The Fair does not necessarily provide ample space for evacuation for all patrons should the campgrounds be at capacity.
Upon final departure all permits are to be returned to the personnel at the exit gate.

Visitor Regulations

A maximum of one visitor permit will be issued per campsite at one time. Permits must be obtained at the campground entrance.
Visitors must have permit to enter or exit campground- permit must be attached to rearview mirror of vehicle at all times.
Visitors will be charged a fee of $10 (up to $10.46 with fees)
Visitors must park in designated areas. Parking is limited; visitors may park on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once lots are full, visitors must park in general parking.

Rules & Regulations

Campground’s speed limit is 5 MPH.
Camping permits must be attached to lower left side of windshield at all times.
Exit and re-entry allowed only with permit attached to windshield.
Transfer of permit from one vehicle to another is not allowed.
A copy of the camping permit must be maintained in the RV at all times and must be presented upon exiting the campground.
Campers and tow or towed vehicles must be parked in line making the best use of space, electric and water connections as directed by campground staff.
Reserving or holding campsites is not permitted.
Quiet hours will be observed from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. All radios, stereos, and all other audio equipment must be turned down during this time. No loud music is permitted to be played or broadcast at any time during quiet hours; all minors must be at their own site at quiet hours.
No campfires.
An adequate fire lane must be maintained at all times.
No person under the age of 21 shall possess or consume alcoholic beverages within the campground. Anyone who possesses or consumes alcoholic beverages must provide identification and proof of age upon request.
Responsible adult(s) will be held liable for any vandalism by minor children and will be required to pay for any damages.
Firearms, paint guns, fireworks, explosives and weapons are prohibited and will result in the loss of camping privileges.
All persons shall comply with all lawful instructions of the campgrounds staff or any police/security officer.
All vehicles must exit through exit gate and enter at entrance gate.
Tampering with utilities is prohibited. Opening, modifying or otherwise tampering with electric pedestals or other utilities will result in expulsion from the campground with no reimbursement of fees or expenses.
Only one electrical outlet per camp-site allowed.
In the event electrical circuits are overloaded, Missouri State Fair management reserves the right to curtail electrical service during exceptional demand periods.
Golf cars only (no ATVs/UTVs or electronic bicycles) may be operated in the campgrounds in accordance with the Fair’s policy, with a permit. The fee has been set at $100.00 (up to $102.26 with fees). Golf cars may not be operated on city streets or on the fairgrounds. Signed golf car policy acknowledgment MUST be turned in to Campground Host or Business Office.
Pets must stay inside paid camping area and be on a leash at all times. Be kind and clean up after your pet.
All holding tanks must be dumped at dump station, not on ground.
No vendors allowed except by contract with the Missouri State Fair.
Please leave your campsite as clean as you found it. Place trash into trash containers.
No swimming pools of any type are allowed in the campground.
Handicapped parking must have a permit visible at all times.
Tents must camp in designated tent camping area unless accompanying an RV or motorhome.
Your camping home, awning, tent, EZ-up, materials, etc. must be within the marked off and paid campsite.
Management reserves the right to make necessary changes in the rules and regulations to be in the best interest of the campground and to be in compliance with federal, state and local laws. Anyone refusing to abide by the rules and regulations or creating a disturbance will be asked to leave without refund. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.
A signed Code of Conduct form MUST be turned in to be eligible for camping privileges.

*Absolutely no coolers with alcoholic beverages will be allowed within the inner gates of the fairgrounds.
**No refunds. All problems regarding camping or fees must be directed to the campground office, located in the entrance booth on the north side of the public campground.
***In the event of circuit overloads, Fair management reserves the right to limit electrical service during exceptionally high-demand periods.