by The 2025 Summit County Fair is set to begin on July 22 in Tallmadge, Ohio, bringing six days of rides, shows, and fairy tale-themed entertainment to the community. This year’s theme, “Once Upon a Fairytale,” invites guests of all ages to step into a magical world of princesses, pirates, mermaids, and more.
Hosted at the Summit County Fairgrounds, the event promises attractions ranging from live shows and carnival rides to family-friendly contests and interactive events.
Key Details About the 2025 Summit County Fair:
- Fair Dates and Location:
- Runs from July 22 to July 27
- Located at 1050 North Ave., Tallmadge, Ohio
- Fairground Hours:
- Open daily at noon
- Closes at 11 p.m. Monday–Saturday and 9 p.m. on Sunday
- Carnival rides temporarily pause from 4 to 5 p.m. daily
- Ticket Information:
- General admission: $10 for ages 9+
- Seniors (65+) and children (ages 2–8): $4
- Children under 2: Free
- Presale tickets: $7 available until July 15 (online purchases include additional fees)
- Ride Passes:
- July 22–23: $20 all-day ride pass
- July 24: $15 before 4 p.m., $20 after 4 p.m.
- July 25–27: $25 all-day ride pass
- All-week ride pass: $100
- 2025 Theme – “Once Upon a Fairytale”:
- Themed attractions include:
- Princess races
- Magical pirates and mermaids show at the arena complex
- Princess pajama party and meet-and-greets with fairy tale characters
- Themed attractions include:
- Entertainment and Events:
- Daily magic shows
- Pet parade for local animal lovers
- Demolition derby
- Youth soccer clinic
- Live music, karaoke, and more
- Agricultural and Community Features:
- 4-H and FFA livestock shows
- Farm exhibits and competitions
- Local food vendors, funnel cakes, and lemonade stands
- Accessibility and Parking:
- Free parking available onsite
- Wheelchair-accessible grounds and facilities.
The Summit County Fair is a long-standing summer tradition that brings together local families, youth participants, and regional vendors. With this year’s fairytale theme, it continues to offer imaginative and inclusive programming for attendees of all ages, while supporting community-based agriculture and family recreation.
Whether you’re in it for the rides, the food, or the fantasy, the 2025 fair is set to provide a week full of memorable moments.
