Ohio State Fair

CONCERT ANNOUNCEMENT: We've added the S.O.S. Band w/ The Dazz Band, Sammy Kershaw, and 3 free acts including a classic rock show (Journey from the Heart), fan-favorite concert w/ @asofb and @aosfyc, and the Sale of Champions Livestock Auction. Tix go on sale Friday at 10 a.m.

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Tickets for these shows are ON SALE NOW! Get them now before they disappear! 🔥

Three more concerts announced: @baileyzimmerman @4kingandcountry & concert w/ @blues_traveler, @ginblossoms & special guest @spindoctorsband. Tickets for these shows, as well as Weird Al & @AlisonKrauss go on sale this Friday at 10 a.m. at ticketmaster.com/ohiostatefair.

Calling all Ohio artists: Submit your original design for the 2026 #ohiostatefair Poster Contest! 🎨 Winners receive prizes, statewide recognition, and their artwork displayed throughout the Fair. Entries are due January 20. More details ➡ ohiostatefair.com/p/get-involved…

JUST ANNOUNCED: Alison Krauss & Union Station feat. Jerry Douglas will be performing at the #ohiostatefair on Saturday, Aug. 1. Tickets will go on sale this winter; a specific date is yet to be announced. More concert announcements will follow this winter. #columbusconcerts

JUST ANNOUNCED: "Weird Al" Yankovic's BIGGER & WEIRDER 2026 Tour is coming to the #ohiostatefair on Aug. 5, 2026. Don’t miss this incredible show w/ a super-sized 8-piece band & special guest @PuddlesPity! Tickets go on sale in February; more concerts will be announced in winter.

"It's a love story, baby, just say yes." Looking for the perfect engagement spot? The 2026 Ohio State Fair is July 29 through Aug. 9! 😉💍 Unrelated: Happy #TaylorSwift engagement day to all who celebrate.

The gates are now closed and the 2025 edition of The Ohio State Fair has come to an end. We'll see you next year! July 29 - August 9, 2026! Fill out our 2025 survey and you could win! 🔗⬇️ docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… 🧈🐄🎡❤️ #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartofitAll

It's just a bush... right? 👀 He’s leafy. He’s sneaky. He’s hilarious. He's The Plant Guy! 🌿 #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll #Prank

IYKYK 🥤😵‍💫 #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll

How about a sundae on a sunny Sunday?! 🍦✨ Don’t miss their Original Lemonade Shake-Up Sundae, too! Waiting for you at Creamalot, right in front of the Celeste Center. #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartItAll

Closing day vibes hitting us… ☀️🥹 🎡 #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll

PLAY = party. PAUSE = suspense... 😆 The Beach Geeks are back again with their signature sound and interactive Fair flair! From TV themes to polka, they’ve been the strolling soundtrack of the Fair for years. Don't miss 'em! #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll

POV: You entered a lemonade portal 🍋🌀 Okay okay—real talk: The SkyGlider and shuttles are still pretty magical. #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll

✨ZULTAR✨ Dispenser of fortunes… and jokes! 🔮😂 #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll

Parking at the Fairgrounds is now full, but the Fair remains OPEN. Guests can park for FREE at Columbus State Community College, and ride in free in air-conditioned shuttles, thanks to Cardinal Transportation. ohiostatefair.com/p/visit/direct… #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll

Every day, organ, eye & tissue donors change lives—and you can too! Say “YES!” to saving lives by joining the Ohio Donor Registry. Visit @DonateLifeOH’s booth to learn more & thanks to the Ohio Dept. of Health for supporting this mission! #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll

100% vegan. 100% gluten-free. 100% spooky sweet. 👻🧁 Monster Baby Donuts is serving up Unicorn Vomit, Vampire Bites, Mothman Mochas, and more! (They're also peanut-free!) Check them out on New Food Avenue next to the Main St. Stage. #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll

Have you snapped a photo with BIG BRUTUS yet? Find him near the OHIO Gate off 11th Ave on the south end! Brought to you by @OhioState—making a BIG impact in Ohio! ❤️🤍 #OhioStateFair #OhioTheHeartOfItAll