The buckeyes are battered, the funnel cakes are slathered and the corn dogs are dusted in sugar. It's state fair time in Columbus.

Heading to the 2026 Ohio State Fair? Here is the schedule for midway rides and how to save on advance wristbands.

What will they think of next? Try Cracker Jack sundaes and pork belly in a cone for starters. And those weird deviled eggs are back, too.

Major annual events including the Ohio State Fair, the Dublin Irish Festival, and Pelotonia's Ride Weekend are scheduled to take place in central Ohio starting Thursday, July 30, through Sunday, August 2,

The Ohio State Fair opens with sunny skies and comfortable temperatures before showers and thunderstorms become more likely over the weekend.

Marlow's Cheesesteaks, Schmidt's, Cheesecake Girl and a new concept from Modern Southern Table are among the vendors at the new fairgrounds food hall.

If you made memories at the Ohio State Fair anytime within the last 50 years, the 50-Year Club has a seat waiting for you! The Ohio State Fair 50-Year Club will gather for its annual celebration on Tuesday,

Ohio's new children's carousel opened July 25, featuring Dunk the prehistoric fish, the butter cow, native wildlife and tributes to all 88 counties.

The 2026 Ohio State Fair butter cow theme celebrates America's 250th anniversary. The tradition of butter sculptures at the fair dates back to a contest in 1903. This year's display used about 2,100 pounds of butter and took artists nearly 400 hours to create.