2018 Ohio State Fair: What you need to know

Officials say this year's Ohio State Fair will focus on promoting the best the state has to offer in areas including Ohio's agricultural industry.The 2018 state fair will be held July 25 through Aug. 5 at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus.This year's event will be the 165th.The fair is open 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Except August 5, which closes at 7 p.m.)TicketsAdmission for adults is $10 with advance tickets at $6. Seniors 60+ and Children between 5-12 are $8. Children under 5 get in for free.Rid