What to See, Do and Eat at the Ohio State Fair

The Ohio State Fair returns for another year of fun for all ages, July 23 through Aug. 3. Browse our guide to some of the Instagram-worthy spots, live shows to put on your calendar, can’t-miss attractions to check out and delicious foods to dig into as you stroll the midway. Browse from the categories below to put together your itinerary before visiting the fair this year. For more information about the Ohio State Fair, visit ohiostatefair.com.


Ohio State Fair: Iconic Spots
From the Cardinal Gate’s namesake to the Dairy Products Building’s iconic butter creations, here are four famous spots you'll want to visit (and snap a quick photo) at the fair.


Ohio State Fair Food Guide 
From food items new to the fair this year to offerings that celebrate our state's farmers, here's a sampler of what you can dig into this year.


Ohio State Fair Animal Attractions
From racing pigs to grand champion livestock, no visit to the Ohio State Fair is complete without taking a closer look at the animals you’ll find there.


Ohio State Fair: Where to Cool Off
When the midday sun starts to blaze, it’s time to look for a little shade. Here are spots to chill out and discover some really cool things.

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