Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds

03/06/2026

🚌 Heading to the Arnold Sports Festival?

Skip the downtown parking with Park & Ride at the Ohio Expo Center!

🅿️ $10 parking + FREE shuttle ride to the Greater Columbus Convention Center

📍 Park at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds — 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus, OH 43211 (Exit I-71 at 17th Ave. and park in the north parking lot)

Whether you're catching events at the Ohio Expo Center or heading downtown to the Arnold, we've got your ride covered! 🏋️‍♂️🎉

02/23/2026

Jurassic Quest is returning to the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds next weekend, and we've got a special promo code just for you!

✨Use promo code OEC15 to receive 15% off tickets.

🦕Families can experience life-size dinosaurs, interactive attractions, and a dedicated Sensory Friendly Hour designed for those who prefer a quieter environment.

The event is underway Friday, Feb 27 through Sunday, March 1.

01/25/2026

During Winter Storm Fern, all events the Ohio Expo Center and State Fairgrounds this weekend have chosen to cancel. Please follow each event’s website or social media accounts for further updates.

Stay safe and warm out there!

01/06/2026

Planning your 2027 events? Book now at the Midwest's premier event venue.

The Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds is opening TWO new, state-of-the-art facilities, and is now accepting bookings for 2027 and beyond.

Perfect for:
✅ Sporting events & tournaments
✅ Trade shows & expos
✅ Corporate conferences
✅ Large or small celebrations

With flexible spaces designed to bring your vision to life, discover why event planners across the country choose the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

👉 Explore our buildings & floor plans: https://www.ohioexpocenter.com/p/planevent/buildings-and-floorplans

12/04/2025

It has been an incredible few days for the Ohio State Fair team at the International Association of Fairs and Expositions Convention and Trade Show in Denver!

Our team came together with fair leaders from around the world to learn, share ideas, and celebrate the industry we love. We couldn't be prouder of what our team accomplished:
🏆 20 awards recognizing our commitment to excellence
🎓 Andi Hershey graduated from the Institute of Fair Management
🎓 Rachael Lough completed the Institute of Fair Management graduate track
👏 Alicia Shoults was elected to serve as IAFE's second vice chair

These achievements reflect the dedication, innovation, and passion that define our team. Watching our people grow, lead, and earn recognition on a national stage is what makes this work so rewarding.

To our team: thank you for representing us with such excellence. To the IAFE community: thank you for the inspiration and collaboration that pushes our industry forward.

Here's to continued growth and impact! 🎡

10/22/2025

Internship Alert ☀️ Get those applications in to gain experience, make connections, and earn college credit all while having fun next summer at the Ohio State Fair!

Available Internships

📌 Agriculture and Livestock Internship
📌 Graphic Design & Sign Production Internship
📌 Human Resources Internship
📌 Public Relations & Marketing Internship

Learn more and apply here ➡️ ohiostatefair.com/internships

09/29/2025

We are three days into the All American Quarter Horse Congress! Don't miss free parking at Congress on Wednesday at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds.

𝑭𝒓𝒆𝒆 𝑷𝒂𝒓𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑾𝒆𝒅𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒅𝒂𝒚

We are excited to remind attendees that, thanks to generous sponsor Stallion Transportation Group, the Congress will be offering 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄 𝐃𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐘 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆 this Wednesday, October 1!

Stallion Transportation is a trusted leader in the freight industry, offering:
✅ Long-haul services with payloads up to 45,500lbs
✅ Regional routes across the midwest and central U.S.
✅ Specialized & dedicated freight solutions tailored to customers' needs
✅ Nationwide logistics support across all 48 states

Whether its long-haul or regionals, Stallion Transportation Group is equipped to haul your large freight safely and efficiently!

09/05/2025

Today is the kick off to Columbus Oktoberfest! Don't miss this weekend full of fun, live music, and incredible eats.🥨 Details below 👇

🎉 LET’S POLKA… TOMORROW IS THE DAY! 🎉
Columbus Oktoberfest kicks off TOMORROW at the Ohio Expo Center—are you ready?

🥨 Authentic German food & legendary cream puffs
🍺 Cold bier
🎶 3 stages of live music and dancing
🎯 Gemütlichkeit Games, Kinderplatz for the kids & so much more!

📅 September 5–7 | Ohio Expo Center
🎟️ Admission is FREE | Parking $15

Grab your crew, dust off your dirndl & lederhosen, and let’s polka our way into the best weekend of the year!

👉 Full schedule & details: www.columbusoktoberfest.com

08/21/2025

We are looking forward to this project taking shape and welcoming guests onto the new Ohio themed carousel in 2026! Stay tuned for continued progress. 🎠

07/16/2025

07/10/2025

Exciting news! The Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds is thrilled to host Barrett-Jackson and their world-class collector car auction in Columbus next June.

Get ready, Ohio! The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auctions is making its Midwest debut with an all-new automotive lifestyle event in Columbus, June 25-27, 2026, at the Ohio Expo Center & State Fairgrounds. This first-ever Barrett-Jackson auction in the region will bring the unmistakable energy and horsepower of our world-renowned events to the Buckeye State, featuring an unforgettable lineup of classic, custom, supercars and collectible vehicles, as well as authentic automobilia pieces.

Read more: bit.ly/OH26FB-ColumbusOhio