Nothing says summer quite like carnival rides, farm animals and the sweet scent of fried food wafting through the air. That's right, county fairs are back, bringing days of horse shows, track events, pageants and other family fun to a fairground near you.
We've rounded up the dates, locations and ticketing information for county fairs in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. Read on below to plan your trip.
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Kenton County Fair and Horse Show
Enjoy 4-H horse and livestock shows, pageants including the Miss Kenton County pageant, track events and more at the weeklong Kenton County Fair.
- When: July 11-16.
- Where: 2836 Harris Pike, Independence.
- Admission: General entry is $12. Kids 2 and under get in for free, but will need a $12 ride ticket to go on rides. Credit cards are accepted at the Harris and Wehrman Road entrance with a $2 transaction fee.
- Find more information and the schedule at kentoncountyfair.com.
Warren County Fair
This year's fair includes a lineup of shows and events, 4-H exhibits, horse racing, drag racing, food vendors, live music and more.
- When: July 18-23.
- Where: 665 N. Broadway St., Lebanon.
- Admission: General entry is $10. Kids 5 and under get in free. A weeklong pass is $30, track event seating is $5 and the Demo Derby pit pass is $20.
- Find more information and the schedule at warrencountyfairohio.org.
Butler County Fair
Livestock shows, demolition derby, antique tractor pull and more can be found at the annual Butler County Fair, a tradition since 1851.
- When: July 24-30.
- Where: 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton.
- Admission: General entry is $9. Kids 6 to 12 are $4. On July 28, seniors and veterans get in free.
- Find more information and the schedule at butlercountyohfair.org.
Clermont County Fair
Enjoy a rodeo, demolition derby, truck and tractor pulls and more at the Clermont County Fair. This year will feature live performances by country singer Craig Morgan and other artists.
- When: July 24-30.
- Where: 1000 Locust St., Owensville.
- Admission: Early bird tickets for Craig Robinson's concert are available now for $14.95, or $25 at the door. The cost of daily admission to the fair will be announced online closer to the date.
- Find more information and the schedule at clermontcountyfair.com.
Hamilton County Fair
The 167th annual Hamilton County Fair features a petting zoo, Third Eye Brewing Company beer garden, music, demolition derby and more.
- When: Aug. 11-14.
- Where: 7700 Vine St., Carthage.
- Admission: General entry is $10 and parking is $5.
- Find more information and the schedule at hamiltoncountyfair.com.
Boone County 4-H & Utopia Fair
A vintage vehicle parade, live music, fireworks, pageants, 4-H livestock shows, demolition derby and more.
- When: Aug. 8-13.
- Where: 5819 Idlewild Road, Burlington.
- Admission: General entry is $12. Kids 3 years old and younger get in free. Credit cards are accepted at the gate.
- Find more information and the schedule at boonecountyfair.org.
Alexandria Fair and Horse Show
Established in 1856, the annual Alexandria Fair hosts horse shows, 4-H events, pageants, local business vendors, activities for kids and more.
- When: Sept. 1-5.
- Where: 100 Fairgrounds Lane, Alexandria.
- Admission: $10.
- Find announcements about the Alexandria Fairgrounds Facebook page.
Little State Fair
Last year's Little State Fair in Brown County had a demo derby, horse shows, truck pulls and more.
- When: To be announced.
- Where: 325 W. State St., Georgetown.
- Admission: To be announced.
- Find announcements about the Little State Fair on its Facebook page.
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