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Monterey County Fair & Event Center
Monterey County Fair & Event Center
Wedding area
Wedding area
Monterey Room
Monterey Room
Monterey Room
Monterey Room
Cake area
Cake area
Wedding area
Wedding area
Cake cutting
Cake cutting
Ceremony area
Ceremony area
Ceremony area
Ceremony area
Oak studded property
Oak studded property
Wedding area
Wedding area
Top view
Top view
Beaming bride
Beaming bride
Cherished moments
Cherished moments
Happy couple
Happy couple
One to remember
One to remember
Perfect day
Perfect day
Rustic setting
Rustic setting
Sweet moments
Sweet moments
The big day
The big day
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Pricing information

Starting at $3,600 Starting at $2,840
Couples usually spend $5,000 Couples usually spend $3,500
Reception
$3,600 starting price
Ceremony
$3,100 starting price
Bar service
$300 per person
Reception
$2,385 starting price
Ceremony
$500 starting price
Bar service
$300 per person
These prices are available for the months of April through October. These prices are available for the months of November through March.

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On WeddingWire since 2018

Monterey County Fair & Event Center is a wedding venue in Monterey, California.

Looking for a Wedding venue?

Consider the Monterey County Fair & Event Center, the Central Coast’s premier event venue for your wedding and reception.

We have several different rooms to choose from; come take a tour and see which one suits your style best.

We also have lots of spacious outdoor areas perfect for ceremonies, outdoor receptions, photos, and more.

Our venue has the advantage of being exceptionally customizable, and we can tailor spaces to suit the needs of events of all
different sizes and themes.

Formal and Sophisticated? Absolutely. Rustic & romantic? You bet. Festive & Fun?We got ya!

Our team will be there every step of the way to help make your ideas and visions a reality.

Come check us out!

Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

3,600

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,385

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

3,100

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Chairs
Clean Up
Parking
Set Up
Tables

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$300

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

6

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Barn
Farm/Ranch
Garden

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Rentals
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
November
December
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Reviews of Monterey County Fair & Event Center

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4.2 out of 5 rating
4.2 out of 5 rating
3 reviews
85% recommend it
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  • Quality of service
    4.5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.2 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    3.8 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4 out of 5 rating
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Weddingwire
4.2/5 3 reviews
Google
4.3/5 1043 reviews
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J Sent on 09/27/2017
4.8 out of 5 rating
I recently had my wedding reception in the Seaside Room and it was absolutely amazing. A beautiful new building with such cute décor/design, clean carpets, a kitchen and very comfortable chairs (which is a bonus). I would recommend this room to anyone who asked. The staff was helpful and easy to talk to and the price was just right.
C
Crystal Sent on 08/06/2012
4.7 out of 5 rating
I loved the venue the size is great and the employees are very helpful. I was so satisfied with all the end result that I enjoyed my event her to the fullest. The green grass was so beautiful good for pictures.
User1105075 Sent on 03/07/2013
3.2 out of 5 rating
Over all the Fairgrounds was OK. But It would not be the first place for me to have my wedding at, but back in my days it was the only place we could afford. If it wasn't because of our caterer that made it work it would have been a nightmare. But it s a large place and the possibilities are endless. Good Luck!
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The Event centers at the Fairgrounds are the best deal in town. Perfect blank slates for anyone to style to their heart's content! And, imagine string lighting in the oaks outside with a fire pit, Scotch and cigars! This is a wonderful option for larger weddings and corporate events.

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Monterey County Fair & Event Center frequently asked questions

Monterey County Fair & Event Center includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • Clean Up
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
The bar service starting price at Monterey County Fair & Event Center includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Monterey County Fair & Event Center for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Barn
  • Farm/Ranch
  • Garden
Monterey County Fair & Event Center offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Monterey County Fair & Event Center offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Monterey County Fair & Event Center offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Accommodations
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Rentals
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Monterey County Fair & Event Center offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Tables
Monterey County Fair & Event Center is recommended by 85% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.2 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.7 in value, 4.5 in quality of service, 4.2 in average response time, 4 in flexibility and 3.8 in professionalism.
Monterey County Fair & Event Center currently offers 1 special WeddingWire promotion for wedding services.

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