The Top 10 State Fairs in America
Summer just wouldn't be complete without a visit to the state fair. There's something about the combination of carnival rides, cotton candy, livestock competitions and pie eating contests that brings out the kid in us all. Plus, the state fair might be the only place where it's acceptable to order your ice cream deep-fried. But while you can enjoy fun summertime traditions at every state fair in the country, a few of them stand out from the rest. So from funnel cakes to Ferris wheels, we're counting down the top 10 state fairs in America. Scroll through the slideshow and start planning your next road trip to check out as many as you can.
9. California State Fair
July 12-28, 2019
The California State Fair in Sacramento has been celebrating the state’s agriculture industry for more than 160 years. The fair showcases California’s best products through competitions in everything from extra-virgin olive oil and wine to cheese, craft beer and more. It’s also the largest food festival in Northern California with over 100 food vendors selling everything from gourmet baked potatoes to grilled corn on the cob.
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