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The Maryland State Fairgrounds is located near the intersection of York and Timonium Roads, Timonium, MD (2200 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093).  Vehicle access gates are located on York Road Between Padonia and Timonium Roads, and on Timonium Road about 1/4 mile east of Interstate 83 and just past the Light Rail tracks.  Vehicles can enter using either of these gates without restrictions at Fairground events during most of the year.

From Interstate 83, take Exit 17, Padonia Road, east to York Road, south on York Road to Fairgrounds entrance on the right,

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From Interstate 83, take Exit 18, York Road, east, to the Fairgrounds entrance on the left.

NO LEFT TURNS!:  During the 11 days of the Fair the Maryland State Police will not allow motorists to make left hand turns into these gates.  Motorists are advised to approach the York Road gate from the north (from Padonia Road) or the Timonium Road Gate from the east (from York Road) during this period.

LEAVE THE DRIVING TO MTA:  Public transportation to the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium is available via MTA's Light Rail. The Light Rail stops at the Fairgrounds gate opposite the Cow Palace.  This gate is open throughout the fair and for most events during the year.  Bus service is also available beginning at the University Hospital in Baltimore, through Towson, to Timonium via Bus Number 8.  For detailed schedule information please contact MTA directly at 410-539-5000 

PARK AND RIDE:  Parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Park and Ride lot on Deerco Road with pedestrian access to the Fairgrounds through the gate opposite the Cow Palace.  The Cow Palace gate is open throughout the fair and for most events during the year.