Weddings
The Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley, California, is an ideal place for your wedding and reception. Indoor and outdoor facility rentals are available. To learn more about what this location offers, contact our Facility Rental Manager at or at (530) 273-6217, or scroll down for photos and information on our wedding venues.
The Nevada County Fairgrounds, also known as California’s most beautiful Fairgrounds, is located on almost 100 acres and has facilities available for rent year-round. We have a multitude of buildings and locations to choose from, more parking than any other venue in Nevada County, hundreds of towering trees, and acres of green grass. We are located in Nevada County, California near the historic towns of Grass Valley and Nevada City, and in close proximity to unique shopping, lodging, restaurants, nature trails and wineries. We are also within driving distance to Truckee, Lake Tahoe, and Sacramento.
Rental Application Form (view online, fill out & submit)
Rental Application Form (print, fill out & mail in)
Fire Safety Information for Weddings
Wedding Facilities:
Ponderosa Hall
Whitney Pavilion
A high ceiling, open-air floor plan and expansive views of the grounds make Whitney Pavilion a wonderful choice for a wedding.
Daily Rental: $1,000 |
Quaker Hill
Main Street Center
An inviting foyer, high ceilings, and a large floor plan makes Main Street Center the perfect facility for musical performances, trade shows and events that require lots of space.
Daily Rental: $1,800 |
Sugar Pine Lodge
Main Show Arena
Northern Mines Building
Unique in its three-wing design and beautiful murals, the Northern Mines Building is a great location for birthday parties, receptions and craft shows. The layout allows the building to be utilized as a whole or divided into separate wings.
ENTIRE BUILDINGDaily Rental: $1,500 SOUTH WINGDaily Rental: $650 NORTH WINGDaily Rental: $650 ARGOSY WINGDaily Rental: $650 |
Contact our Special Events Coordinator at or at (530) 273-6217 for more information about renting any of these facilities.