The Ohio State Fair is one of the largest state fairs in the United States , held in Columbus, Ohio during late July through early August. As estimated in a 2011 economic impact study conducted by Saperstein & Associates; the State Fair contributes approximately 68.5 million dollars to the state's economy. In 2023, attendance was 1,006,228, the Fair's highest 12-day attendance on record.
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96-476: A $ 1 badge for admission of their families. A visitor could also buy a $ 1 badge, which admitted one gentleman and two ladies. The two-day attendance was estimated at 25,000 to 30,000 people. Transportation around Ohio was difficult. Therefore, the majority of exhibitors came from close proximity to the Fair. Officials reasoned that moving the Fair thought to increase interest and attendance. From 1874 until 1885,
144-499: A 10-foot (3.0 m)-high board fence. Cattle were tethered to a railing along the carriage road. The railroads offered strong support to the early State Fairs. Special rates were offered whereby exhibits were transported without charge, and the exhibitor rode for half fare. Several Central Ohioans contributed to the support of the first Fair, including Alfred Kelley , owner of the Columbus and Xenia Railroad . Cash premiums at
192-795: A horse show, rides, and food stalls. The concert series lineup is usually announced in late February or early March. The fair has been held at the Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds since 1886. Patrollers include security guards, the Columbus Division of Police, Franklin County Sheriff's Office, and the Ohio State Highway Patrol. In 1846, the Ohio General Assembly created the 53-member Ohio State Board of Agriculture . One of
240-562: A new exhibit, "History in the Making." Alabama performed. 2002 – The 11th Avenue OHIO gate, built in 1966, was torn down and replaced with a redesigned, contemporary OHIO gate to take the facility into the future. Willie Nelson , Vince Gill , Travis Tritt , Rascal Flatts , Michael W. Smith , and Lifehouse performed. 2003 – The 150th Fair was celebrated. The first Fair was in 1850 and there had been one every year since, excluding 1942–1945. Celebration activities could be found all over
288-595: A population of approximately 15,000 people and has 5,500 metered service connections. The City of Fostoria also provides water to the Village of Arcadia with a population of 537. The water treatment system obtains its water from the East Branch of the Portage River. Most of the water is stored in six upground reservoirs. The system also has three groundwater wells that currently serve as the back-up source for
336-477: A result, the city is often visited by railfans , hosted by a railroad viewing park. Fostoria was created in 1854 with the merger of the communities of Rome and Risdon. The combination of both communities' Methodist churches, on land donated by Charles W. Foster, led to the merger. To show their appreciation for Mr. Foster's generosity, the new community was named Fostoria. Charles W. Foster's son, Charles , became one of Fostoria's most famous citizens—becoming
384-497: A train viewing park in 2013 to help capitalize on the thousands of railfans who visit yearly. According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 7.77 square miles (20.12 km ), of which 7.55 square miles (19.55 km ) is land and 0.22 square miles (0.57 km ) is water. As of the census of 2010, there were 13,441 people, 5,417 households, and 3,432 families living in
432-429: Is a city located at the convergence of Hancock , Seneca , and Wood counties in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Ohio . The population was 13,046 at the 2020 Census , slightly down from 13,441 at the 2010 Census . It is approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of Toledo and 90 miles (140 km) north of Columbus . The community grew substantially during the end of the 19th century, coinciding with
480-489: Is the site where the Norfolk Southern Railway 's ex-Nickel Plate Road mainline crosses the previously mentioned CSX ex-B&O and ex-C&O lines. The three crossings form a triangle, with the site known as the "Iron Triangle." The area is a popular spot for railfans and has a park located in the center between the three mainlines. The City of Fostoria operates a community public water system that serves
528-801: The Mambourg Glass Company (the city's first glass factory), the Fostoria Glass Company , the Seneca Glass Company , the Novelty Glass Company , and others. Although the boom in gas and glass is long over, railroads continue to be important to the community. More than 100 trains pass through Fostoria each day. The Fostoria Railroad Preservation Society, aided by a $ 815,760 grant from the Ohio Department of Transportation, completed
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#1732772692541576-609: The O'Neill Swine Arena (1973). Bob Hope, Kenny Rogers , Mac Davis , Roberta Flack , The Osmonds , and Ike & Tina Turner performed. 1976 – In celebration of the United States Bicentennial , a time capsule was buried in the gardens near the 11th Avenue gate. It holds treasures of the times from the Ohio State Fair, Ohio sports teams, coins and stamps, a T-shirt, Levi's jeans and tennis shoes. It will be opened in 2026. Bob Hope, Mac Davis,
624-403: The "worst tragedy" in the Fair's history. In response to the incident, the ride's manufacturer, KMG , as well as Chance Morgan —which produces a similar ride, requested that other rides of the same type be shut down pending an investigation into the failure. Preliminary findings by KMG found that the failure was caused by "excessive corrosion on the interior of the gondola support beam" over
672-551: The 35th governor of Ohio and U.S. Secretary of the Treasury under President Benjamin Harrison . Fostoria is known for its glass heritage and railroads : two CSX main lines and one NS main line intersect in downtown Fostoria, an area called the "Iron Triangle." A natural gas boom in the 1880s, the railroad lines, and recruiting efforts by the community caused Fostoria to become home for numerous glass factories, including
720-459: The Board's first acts was to establish a District Fair. The resulting 1847 District Fair at Wilmington, Ohio and the 1848 District Fair at Xenia, Ohio were both successful, leading to the planning of a State Fair. The first Ohio State Fair was planned for September 1849, but an outbreak of Asiatic cholera forced cancellation of those plans. The following year, autumn dates were chosen to lessen
768-480: The Osmonds, Pat Boone , Tanya Tucker , Johnny Cash perform. 1981 – The fair was stretched to 17 days, running from Friday, August 14 – Sunday, August 30. Entertainment was held at the outdoor grandstand on the infield of the race track. Two shows were performed usually at 3:30 and 7:30 pm. Entertainment was free and seating was on a first come, first served basis. Wooden folding chairs were available for seating on
816-627: The War Department to use the grounds and buildings for handling airplane parts and equipment. The Army Air Corps rented the facility for $ 1 per year. A similar fate befell fairs in Indiana , Illinois and Pennsylvania . When the Army vacated the fairgrounds, they left the grounds and buildings in a shambles. 1946 – The fair resumes after World War II. 1957 – The first female livestock judge appeared this year. Mrs. Maurice Neville judged
864-590: The Yorkshire Swine Show. 1963 – The All-Ohio State Fair Youth Choir was established. It was directed by Glenville Thomas of Zanesville . 1966 – At the 11th Avenue gate, the new OHIO entrance was built at a cost of $ 40,000. 1968 – The first Sale of Champions livestock auction was held with sales amounting to $ 22,674. The Bee Gees, Bob Hope, James Brown, Johnny Carson, and Sly and the Family Stone performed. 1969 – The first portion of
912-428: The age of 18 living with them, 39.1% were married couples living together, 17.3% had a female householder with no husband present, 7.0% had a male householder with no wife present, and 36.6% were non-families. 31.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.97. The median age in
960-420: The age of 18 living with them, 44.9% were married couples living together, 15.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.8% were non-families. 29.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.03. In the city the population was spread out, with 27.0% under
1008-460: The age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 27.7% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.0 males. The median income for a household in the city was $ 31,166, and the median income for a family was $ 38,427. Males had a median income of $ 31,476 versus $ 22,016 for females. The per capita income for
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#17327726925411056-565: The band is Brian Dodd. The All-Ohio State Fair Band is the only state fair band in the United States. See also [ edit ] Ohio State Fair All-Ohio State Fair Youth Choir References [ edit ] ^ "dailyschedule" . www.aosfb.com . Archived from the original on 2019-08-12 . Retrieved 2019-08-12 . ^ Stars and Stripes Forever...2019 AOSFB and Alumni , retrieved 2019-08-12 ^ "Archived copy" (PDF) . Archived from
1104-663: The central group, the Horticulture Building and the East and West Buildings. Loss was estimated at more than $ 800,000. 1924 – Earliest records of the Ohio State Fair Queen contest date back to this year. 1925 – The Diamond Jubilee Spectacle this year saluted the 75th anniversary of the Fair. More than 2,000 participants enacted the evolution of the Fair in three, 25-year periods on three stages and with fireworks . 1925 – The All-Ohio Boys Band
1152-575: The city was $ 15,568. About 9.0% of families and 11.2% of the population were below the poverty line , including 14.1% of those under age 18 and 7.0% of those age 65 or over. The city is served by one airport, called Fostoria Metropolitan Airport . Fostoria was served by the Three Rivers Amtrak Service which ran between Chicago and New York City on CSX 's B&O line until train service there ended in March 2005. The city
1200-399: The city was 37.9 years. 26% of residents were under the age of 18; 8.3% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 23.9% were from 25 to 44; 25.8% were from 45 to 64; and 16% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.3% male and 52.7% female. As of the census of 2000, there were 13,931 people, 5,565 households, and 3,628 families living in the city. The population density
1248-521: The city. Plant design capacity is 6.08 million gallons per day, but current average production is about 2.2 million gallons per day. Ohio State Fair From the first three-day Fair in 1850 in Cincinnati to the 12-day exposition of today (from 1981 to 2003, the Fair lasted 17 days), the Ohio State Fair has celebrated Ohio's products, its people, and their accomplishments. The Fair's vast programme offers concerts, sports competitions, exhibitions,
1296-478: The city. The population density was 1,780.3 inhabitants per square mile (687.4/km ). There were 6,225 housing units at an average density of 824.5 per square mile (318.3/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 84.1% White , 6.4% African American , 0.1% Native American , 0.4% Asian , 4.3% from other races , and 4.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.5% of the population. There were 5,417 households, of which 33.0% had children under
1344-436: The fair. Bow Wow , Alan Jackson , Uncle Kracker , Terri Clark , The Oak Ridge Boys , and Diamond Rio performed. 2020 - In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic , it was announced on May 21 that the 2020 Ohio State Fair was canceled. 2021 – The fair returned after last year's hiatus, but limited to livestock & educational contests. The general public was forced to hold on to their 2020 tickets in 2021 due to
1392-586: The fairgrounds during the running of the fair. 1989 – New Kids on the Block performed. Their performance was marred by several people being injured in a crush . 1990 – The condemned Ohio State Fair Grandstand was demolished. The Celeste Center replaced it as the site for the Fair's big-name entertainment, as well as a venue for many Expo events each year. 1997 – Wheel of Fortune premiered their 15th season with two weeks of taped shows. 2000 – The Ohio State Fair celebrated its 150th anniversary with
1440-625: The fairgrounds, annually at the Columbus Park of Roses , and biennially at the Ohio Statehouse . The band is closely tied with the All Ohio State Fair Youth Choir , the two groups perform in a number of joint concerts during the fair. The band concludes every concert with John Philip Sousa 's The Stars and Stripes Forever , a tradition dating back to the band's first performance. The current director of
1488-483: The first Fair did not exceed $ 20, with the exception of an award of $ 50 given to essayists on the topic "Improving the Soil." During the early State Fairs, winners received medals, not ribbons, as awards. In 1850, the silver medal was valued at $ 3. The public was admitted only on the second and third day of the first Fair. Day one was devoted to setting up and judging. Admission was twenty cents, but exhibitors could buy
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1536-405: The first fair with an electric lighting system. This made it possible to offer night-time racing. Also this year, horseless vehicles made their first appearance at the Ohio State Fair. 1903 – The first Butter Cow and Calf were featured at the Fair this year. They were made by A.T. Shelton & Company, distributors of Sunbury Creamery Butter. Additional sculptures were added in the 1960s,
1584-426: The life of the 18 year-old unit. 1853 – Entertainment crept into the Fair programming with the first pony rides for children and monkeys dressed in hats that danced to minstrel tunes. 1860 – Fair premiums rose to $ 200 (up from $ 20 in 1850). 1884 – In July, prior to the Fair's opening, a racing mare kicked over a lantern, resulting in 100 stalls being burned. Loss to buildings was set at $ 1,100. The dead mare
1632-401: The northwest Ohio gas boom. Typical of Rust Belt cities, Fostoria peaked in size in 1970. Fostoria was a major site for the glass industry, having over a dozen glass factories during the end of the 19th century. As the area's gas supply became depleted, many of the factories closed or moved. The city is now known for its railroads, as approximately 100 trains pass through the city each day. As
1680-826: The original (PDF) on 2017-03-31 . Retrieved 2017-03-30 . {{ cite web }} : CS1 maint: archived copy as title ( link ) ^ "History" . Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=All-Ohio_State_Fair_Band&oldid=1228327791 " Categories : Musical groups from Columbus, Ohio Marching bands Musical groups established in 1925 Hidden categories: CS1 maint: archived copy as title Articles with topics of unclear notability from March 2017 All articles with topics of unclear notability Articles lacking reliable references from March 2017 All articles lacking reliable references Articles with multiple maintenance issues Fostoria, Ohio Fostoria ( / f ɒ s ˈ t ʊər iː ə / , foss-TORR-EE-ə )
1728-577: The race track. There was also a VIP section in front of the stage on the racetrack. Tickets were required to get into this section. 1983 – Michael Stanley Band , Sheena Easton , The O'Jays , Dionne Warwick , The Gatlin Brothers , Kool And The Gang , Melissa Manchester , Juice Newton , Danny Thomas , The Beach Boys , Reba McEntire , Mel Tillis , Air Supply , America , The Dazz Band , Midnight Star , Anne Murray , and Kenny Loggins performed. Wheel of Fortune taped several episodes at
1776-542: The ride. One rider, 18-year-old Tyler Jarrell, was flung 50 feet (15 m) and killed on impact. Seven other riders were seriously injured, two of whom were reported to be in critical condition. The ride had been inspected earlier in the day and cleared for operation. The Ohio Department of Agriculture and Ohio State Highway Patrol investigated the incident and the Fair announced that it would not operate any rides on July 27 until they are all re-inspected by state authorities. Then-governor John Kasich considered it to be
1824-403: The risk of cholera. Even so, the superintendent of grounds, Darius Lapham, died of the disease just a few weeks before the opening date. Camp Washington, Cincinnati (two miles north of downtown Cincinnati, Ohio ) was the site for the first Ohio State Fair, October 2–4, 1850. The site was described as 8–10 acres with grassy slopes, shade trees, and numerous tents. The grounds were enclosed by
1872-523: The site of Columbus' Franklin Park served as home to the Ohio State Fair. Finally, in 1886, the Fair moved to its current location to what is currently called the Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds . The main entrance to the site was at the southwest corner of the grounds along Woodard Avenue. It is now along 11th Avenue. On July 26, 2017, the opening day of the 2017 Fair, a swinging ride known as Fire Ball broke apart mid-swing, flinging passengers out of
1920-670: The sky ride was built this year. It was extended to 11th Avenue in 1984. Bob Hope and Johnny Cash performed. 1972 – Fire struck the Ohio Expo Center in October during the American Dairy Show. Three connected barns were burned, killing three head of cattle and destroying virtually all the exhibitors' belongings. These buildings have since been replaced by the Gilligan Complex (1972 and 1978) and
1968-423: The subject , potentially preventing the article from being verifiable and neutral . Please help improve it by replacing them with more appropriate citations to reliable, independent, third-party sources . ( March 2017 ) ( Learn how and when to remove this message ) ( Learn how and when to remove this message ) The All-Ohio State Fair Band ( AOSFB ) was established in 1925 and
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2016-402: The subjects of which change every year. 1916 – On the eve of World War I , the largest American flag , measuring 136 ft × 65 ft (41 m × 20 m), was displayed at the 11th Avenue entrance. 1919 – After World War I the fair resumes. 1922 – Just days before the scheduled opening of the Fair, fire raced across the grounds. Six buildings were destroyed including
2064-511: The topic and provide significant coverage of it beyond a mere trivial mention. If notability cannot be shown, the article is likely to be merged , redirected , or deleted . Find sources: "All-Ohio State Fair Band" – news · newspapers · books · scholar · JSTOR ( March 2017 ) ( Learn how and when to remove this message ) [REDACTED] This article may rely excessively on sources too closely associated with
2112-453: Was 1,917.6 inhabitants per square mile (740.4/km ). There were 6,024 housing units at an average density of 829.2 per square mile (320.2/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 87.32% White , 5.75% African American , 0.19% Native American , 0.48% Asian , 3.60% from other races , and 2.66% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 7.92% of the population. There were 5,565 households, out of which 32.0% had children under
2160-658: Was first directed by Jack Wainwright of Fostoria . Each year, over 200 Ohio high-school musicians come to the Ohio State Fair for two weeks and perform multiple shows on the fair daily. These performances include concerts at various fair landmarks, such as the Natural Resources Park and Kasich Hall, marching in the daily parade, and participating in special fair events, such as the Opening Ceremony. The band also occasionally performs outside
2208-601: Was first mentioned in historical accounts this year. It is now called the All-Ohio State Fair Band and includes both boys and girls. 1928 – The renowned John Philip Sousa Band performed twice daily at the 1928 Fair. 1929 – The Junior Fair was formed this year. Today, Ohio is proud to host the nation's largest Junior Fair with more than 17,000 youth participating. In the same year, the Ohio State Fair Junior Fair Board
2256-477: Was formed. The Junior Fair Board is made up of outstanding individuals from various youth organizations including 4-H , Future Farmers of America , Girl Scouts of the USA , Boy Scouts of America , Farm Bureau Youth , and others. 1941 – A sign of the times found 150 female Fair ticket takers were hired in place of men for the first time. 1942–45 – The Board of Agriculture canceled the Ohio State Fair and allowed
2304-501: Was valued at $ 5,000. 1886 – The current Ohio State Fair site was dedicated on Tuesday, August 31 during the 37th Ohio State Fair. Governor Foraker accepted the grounds in front of a crowd of 6,000. 1890s – At least 16 railroad companies served Columbus and the Fair. 1894 – A college football tournament was held this year, with Denison University , Miami University , Wittenberg University , Buchtel and Ohio State University participating. 1896 – The Ohio State Fair became
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