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Once you've explored everything you can at Franklin County Fairgrounds, take a look at nearby I-57 Drag Strip, Pheasant Hollow Winery, and Wayne Fitzgerrell State Park. ## Reviews of Franklin County Fairgrounds 4.9 Top Destination 5 - Excellent 8 4 - Good 1 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveler Go ### Popular places to visit #### Benton Civic Center You can enjoy a show at Benton Civic Center during your stay in Benton. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.com/Benton-Civic-Center-Benton.d6183566.Vacation-Attraction) #### Benton City Park Explore the great outdoors at Benton City Park, a lovely green space in Benton. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.com/Benton-City-Park-Benton.d6183542.Vacation-Attraction) #### I-57 Drag Strip Catch an event at I-57 Drag Strip during your trip to Benton. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. 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