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, talented rescue dogs, 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 Lausche Youth Exploration Space, the Little Farmers agricultural education pathway, a petting zoo, youth fishing, kayaking, and many more kid-friendly experiences all included in the price of admission! Immerse yourself in activities and exhibits including interactive educational displays, an exemplary fine arts exhibit, the impressive butter cow and calf display, roving performers, youth agricultural competitions, horse shows, an eight-acre natural resources park, 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.
