There’s something timeless and magical about a county fair. It’s where sizzling funnel cakes, giant stuffed animals, and the hum of carnival rides come together to create an experience that’s pure Americana. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a foodie, a music lover, or just looking for a fun day out with the family, the county fair offers a little something for everyone.
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10 County Fairs To Visit in July
County fairs are community celebrations that brings everyone together each year. Citizens come together to socialize, learn and enjoy good local food and entertainment. It’s events like these that many rural families plan their schedules around each year. You’ll find Blue ribbons, fair food, rides, musical entertainment, agricultural tents, derbies, horse races, and more at any one of Ohio’s county fairs. Click the link for hours, costs and more info on each or our county fairs.
Clinton County Fair
Clinton County Fairgrounds958 West Main Street, Wilmington
Enjoy eight days of action in July with live entertainment, harness racing, an antique tractor pull and a demolition derby. If you enjoy animals, be sure to catch the Junior and Senior Fair Shows of cattle, sheep, hogs, rabbits, chickens, horses and pets. Grab your favorite food and sit and enjoy one of the rides or shows on the grounds. Discover what a great county fair is like. Find a variety of food that you can’t find anywhere else. Ice Cream, Pie, Elephant Ears, Funnel cakes, Gyros, Frozen Lemonade, Polish Sausage, French Fries, Hamburgers, Subs, Steak Sandwiches, Pork Pita’s & Sandwiches, Pizza, Texas Tenderloin, Milkshakes, Sweet corn, Carmel Corn, Candy Apples, Nachos, Burritos.
Montgomery County Fair!
Montgomery County Fairgrounds1043 S Main St, Dayton
You can spend the whole day at the petting zoo, riding wagons, watching the Cincinnati Circus Company, Tractor pulls or demolition derbies. Plus there are rides, games, food and music gallore! Air conditioned tents hold events and sales too! Check out the Fair schedule on our website.
Kids 6 and under are free! Tickets are available at the gate and online – only $10 Sunday thru Thursday. Friday & Saturday tickets are $15 after 4pm. Credit card are accepted and convenience fees will apply. Discount Wednesday for Veterans, First Responders and Senior Citizens and parking is always free!
Logan County Fair
Logan County Fair301 East Lake Avenue, Bellefontaine
Join us at the Logan County Fairgrounds for Carnival Rides and Games, Harness Racing, Pony Racing, Bull Riding, Tractor Pulls and various grandstand entertainment takes place each night. Paid attendance through the gate is over 15,000 each year.
Warren County Fair
Warren County Fairgrounds665 N Broadway St., Lebanon
Experience the Warren County Fair, an annual week-long event in July for the whole family! Join us for fun, food, games, rides, demo derby, tractor pulls, tug-a-truck, live harness racing, livestock shows and sales, barn yard display, jungle island zoo animals, pony rides, musical groups, corn hole tournament, talent show, karaoke, and parade with hot air balloons.
Clark County Fair
Clark County Fairgrounds4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield
Live Entertainment, Carnival Rides, Antique Show, Livestock Show, Home Brew Contest, Truck Tug-O-War, Truck Pull, Demolition Derby, O.S.T.P.A. Tractor Pull, Cheerleading Show, Kiddie Pig Chase and much more.
Shelby County Fair
Shelby County Fairgrounds700 Fair Rd, Sidney
We have a lot in store for everyone at this year’s Shelby County Fair; domestic and livestock shows, 4-H exhibits, amusement rides, a demolition derby, a tractor pull, local band performances, delicious food and of course, a week full of entertainment!.
Preserve the Past, Embrace the Present, Envision the Future.
A family tradition since 1851!
Tractor Pulls, Rodeo, Demolition Derby, Rides and more
Preble County Fair
Preble County Fairgrounds 722 South Franklin St, Eaton, OHMemories that will last a lifetime… Camping, County Idol, Demolition Derby, Tractor Pull, ATV Drag, Rodeo, Tug a Truck, Lawn…
Auglaize County Fair
Auglaize County Fairgound1001 Fairview Drive, Wapakoneta
It’s the event we spend all year planning for, thinking and dreaming about! Cheerleading competitions, banana derby, goat island, space adventure show, wood carvers auction, weiner dog races, demolition derby, live music and more.
Greene County Fair
Greene County Fairgrounds & Expo Center 120 Fairground Rd, XeniaJoin us in beautiful Xenia, Ohio for the Greene County Fair. Rides, Kiddie/Calf Scramble, Tug-a-Truck, Harness Racing, Demo Derby, Truck/Tractor Pulls and more
Montgomery County Fair Set On for July 11-17!
Last night at the Montgomery County Agricultural Society Board of Director’s Meeting, the Fair Board unanimously voted to move forward with the planning of a traditional fair in 2021. They are committed to bringing a family friendly event back into the July spotlight in our community. They are also committed to offering a safe environment by following Governor DeWine’s guidelines that are in place in July.

“We are so excited to bring the county fair tradition back to life in Dayton in 2021” said Mark Jimison, Board President of the Montgomery County Fair Board
Many fair attendees and Jr. Fair Board Members are excited to participate in the deep-rooted traditions surrounding 4-H & FFA. Our mission is to serve our community by promoting agriculture, youth, and adult development through the fair and educational programs, and to also provide a rental venue for our community. “There is no doubt that 2021 was hard on us all, both financially and emotionally, but we are ready to get back in the saddle and bring our fairgrounds back to life.” says Lori Page, Executive Director

“Being able to see our fair re-open again is a beacon of hope and gratitude towards all that we’ve done so far as community. I’m excited to see everyone’s smiling (masked) faces the Fair this year!” said Mackenzie Hoog, 2021 Ohio Fair’s Queen & 2021 Montgomery County Fair Queen
“The Montgomery County Fair has always been one of my favorite times of the year. I am glad the kids will get to exhibit their animals this year and continue traditions we have had for over 100 years now. After all the cancellations and darkness we have been through, it is nice to finally see a light at the end of the tunnel” said Taylor Thomas, former 4-H Exhibitor & Jr. Fair Board Member
For more information on upcoming events being held at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds, please visit www.MontCoFair.com








