County Fair Guide

Cuyahoga County Fair

Berea, Ohio

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2026 Dates

August 11–16, 2026

Duration

6 days

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Size

large

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Founded

Since 1869

What to Know

Held annually in Berea, the Cuyahoga County Fair is one of Ohio's largest county fairs, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors each August. Its history stretches back to 1869, placing it among Ohio's oldest agricultural fairs. It serves as a rare agricultural touchpoint for the greater Cleveland metro area, blending big-fair entertainment with traditional county fair roots. The fair includes harness racing among its attractions.

On the Midway

One of Ohio's largest midways, extensive livestock barns, 4-H competitions, harness racing, demolition derby, truck pulls, and nightly headline entertainment offer something for everyone.

Before You Go

Traffic and parking are serious — use the shuttle service from remote lots to avoid the worst congestion. Buy tickets online to skip gate lines.

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