Since 1973 the Cape Cod Fairgrounds, or the Barnstable County Fairgrounds, has been the site of the annual Barnstable County Fair, featuring old-fashioned tractor pulls, animal shows, arts and crafts, carnival rides, chick-hatching, musical performances and much more. Besides the Barnstable County Fair, the Cape Cod Fairgrounds also serve as a venue for farmers' markets, dog shows, concerts, festivals and other events. Over time, the fairgrounds have grown to accommodate multiple exhibition halls and barns to better accommodate major events.
