The Del Mar Fairgrounds is a model convention venue in California and is operated and managed by the 22nd District Agricultural Association. The Fairgrounds is a multipurpose facility and has held numerous trade events, seminars, meetings, conferences, music festivals and banquets of international standard. Del Mar Fairgrounds contains 180,000 sq ft of exhibit area and several outdoor venues as well for hosting bar & bar mitzvahs, receptions, weddings, concerts, shows, social & consumer events and animal & equestrian shows. The Del Mar Fairgrounds is the epicenter of all major events and trade shows and plays a crucial role in attracting all potential business contacts and opportunities for the exhibitors and organizers.