About Ohio County Fair

The Ohio County Fair in Wheeling celebrates the gateway to the west — Wheeling was the start of the National Road and the terminus of the first federally funded highway, making it the launching point for westward expansion, and the city's Victorian-era architecture, Wheeling Island's complex river geography, and the agricultural communities of the Ohio River valley come together at a fair with deep historical significance.

What to Expect

Expect livestock shows, 4-H and FFA competitions, local food vendors, carnival rides, live entertainment, and a fair drawing from the greater Wheeling metropolitan area.

Visitor Tips

Wheeling's Capitol Theatre (1928 ornate movie palace), the Wheeling Suspension Bridge (oldest vehicular suspension bridge in the US), and Oglebay Park's exceptional resort facilities reflect a city of substantial historical and recreational significance. The Wheeling Artisan Center celebrates the region's craft traditions.

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