Mark your calendar for the Ohio State Fair, July 24 - August 4. Don’t miss the Ohio State Fair, a favorite family tradition since 1850! Experience free stages with amazing hypnotists, impressive magicians, and wholesome family entertainment. Indulge in delicious fair foods and ride the more than 50 exhilarating rides in the Midway. Bring the whole family to experience the space-themed Youth Exploration Space featuring a new exhibit by COSI, Tiny Town presented by AAA, an outdoor Touch-a-Truck exhibit, the Little Farmers agricultural education pathway, and many more kid-friendly experiences! Immerse yourself in activities and exhibits including interactive educational displays, an exemplary fine arts exhibit, exotic animals in the free petting zoo, a farm animal delivery room, helicopter rides, roving performers, youth agricultural competitions, horse shows, an eight-acre natural resources park with free kiddie fishing, kayaking, and wildlife and so much more!
Gate Admission Prices:
Adults (ages 13-59) – $12
Youth (ages 6-12) – $10
Senior (ages 60+) – $10
Children five and under – Free
General Parking – Free
Fair Hours:
Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., except Sunday, Aug. 4, when admission gates close at 6 p.m. Most buildings and activities close at 6 p.m. All Fair activities are concluded by 9 p.m.
Admission gates open daily at 7 a.m. Please note that most food vendors, activities, entertainment, and buildings do not open until 10 a.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. on weekends. Fairgoers must exit the grounds by 11 p.m. each day of the Fair, except for Fridays when the Fair closes at midnight, and Sunday, Aug. 4 when the Fair closes at 9 p.m.
