Make memories that will last a lifetime at the Ohio State Fair, July 23 – August 3! Experience your favorite Fair traditions, like the butter cow, Smokey Bear, the SkyGlider, and livestock animals. Enjoy delicious food, exhilarating rides, shopping, arts, family-friendly entertainment, live music, education, hands-on activities, and so much more. Don't miss the best summer adventure at the Ohio State Fair!
Advance-Sale Admission & Parking (May 1 through July 22):
Admission & Parking beginning on July 23, and on-site:
Fair Hours:
Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., except Sunday, Aug. 3, 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 the last day of the Fair when the fair closes at 9 p.m.
