Not all special days have a discount offer. All special days and discounts are not valid with other offers.
Thursday, July 25, 2024
Sensory Friendly Morning, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join WOSU Public Media in Central Park south of the Gazebo for a chance to meet some of your favorite PBS KIDS® characters on July 25 only! The event, designed to keep the whole family entertained, will offer PBS KIDS® activity stations. Get your photo with your favorite PBS KIDS® characters.
$3 Thursday (food deals)
On either Thursday during the Ohio State Fair, all vendors will be offering a menu item of their choice at a smaller size for just $3! This new initiative is the perfect way to try some beloved “Fair fare” signature food options without breaking the bank! This event occurs on both Thursdays of the Ohio State Fair, July 25 and Aug. 1. When it becomes available, a full list of $3 Thursday items can be found at ohiostatefair.com/3-thursday.
Friday, July 26, 2024
RecoveryOhio’s Mental Health Day
Governor Mike DeWine created the RecoveryOhio initiative to address substance use disorders and mental illness by coordinating the work of state departments, boards, and commissions and investing in the health and well-being of Ohioans. On July 26, you will find behavioral health resources throughout the fair to help make prevention, treatment, and recovery support more visible and accessible to all Ohioans. For more information, visit RecoveryOhio.gov.
Molina Healthcare Day - Located at Cardinal Gate & OHIO Gate
Join Molina Healthcare at the Cardinal Gate for fun games and health information. Get beat-the-heat items and take a break in our cell phone charging lounge. At Molina Healthcare of Ohio, we are committed to your health and wellbeing.
OHIO Gate:
Meet Molina’s Community Engagement team at the OHIO gate for a warm welcome to the Ohio State Fair. We’ve got items to help you beat the heat and experts to answer all your Medicaid questions! Attending Senior Day? Check out our free fairgrounds transportation service.
Sunday, July 28, 2024
Veterans & Military Day
Veterans and active military are honored on this day. In addition, active military and veterans are given free admission today (and any day of the Ohio State Fair) with appropriate identification.
Monday, July 29, 2024
NBC4 Family Discount Day
Adults will be admitted for the kids’ admission price of $10, and kids 12 and under will be admitted free all day. Until 5 p.m., purchase ride-all-day wristbands for just $19! All riders are required to have a wristband or credits to ride.
Tuesday, July 30, 2024
AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio Senior Day at the Fair
Seniors ages 60 and up can enjoy free admission, July 30 only, all day long! In addition, all fairgoers are invited to enjoy the free Hotel California (Eagles Tribute) concert presented by AARP Ohio in the WCOL Celeste Center at 1 p.m.
Join AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio for Senior Day for health education, activities, and giveaways! At AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio, we help Ohioans get care, stay well, and build healthy communities. Visit AmeriHealth Caritas Ohio during Senior Day to learn more about the high-quality services, extensive benefits, and whole person support we provide to managed care members across the State.
Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024
College Student Day
Students attending any college or post-secondary career or technical school receive discounted admission of $10 this day only. Fairgoers can show their student ID at the admission gates to receive this discount.
$3 Thursday (food deals)
On either Thursday during the Ohio State Fair, all vendors will be offering a menu item of their choice at a smaller size for just $3! This new initiative is the perfect way to try some beloved “Fair fare” signature food options without breaking the bank! This event occurs on both Thursdays of the Ohio State Fair, July 25 and Aug. 1. When it becomes available, a full list of $3 Thursday items can be found at ohiostatefair.com/3-thursday.
Friday, Aug. 2, 2024
Telhio and Ronald McDonald House Charities Day
When one or more of the following “wish list” items is brought to a booth outside the admission gates, each donating participant will receive a voucher good for a BOGO free admission ticket before 6 p.m. Items needed are: Canned chicken or vegetables, disposable plates or silverware, napkins, paper towels, and condiments (mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, ranch dressing). All donations will support families at the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Ohio.
Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024
Donate Life Ohio Day
Donate Life Ohio is dedicated to inspiring and educating Ohioans about the need for and importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation. Say “yes!” to organ and tissue donation today and be sure to stop by the Donate Life Ohio booth to learn more on August 3.