OHIO — Fairgoers attending the 2026 Ohio State Fair will have the opportunity to experience a new attraction with the debut of the Ohio Showcase Building.
The new facility is designed to celebrate Ohio’s history, culture and innovation while providing visitors with an indoor, air-conditioned space to relax and dine.
One of the building’s main attractions is a food hall featuring a lineup of Ohio-based restaurants, including The Cheesecake Girl, Daisy’s Fish Shack, Glass City Pizzeria, Marlow’s Cheesesteaks, Schmidt’s Sausage Haus and Sweet Carrot.
The Ohio Showcase Building will also feature the interactive “Shaping Ohio” exhibit, where visitors can explore inventions and innovations that have influenced the state. The exhibit includes a 360-degree film experience.
Located in a central area of the fairgrounds, the building will be open daily throughout the fair and will offer spacious seating and a large indoor dining area for guests looking to cool off.
The 2026 Ohio State Fair is scheduled to run from July 29 through Aug. 9. Additional information about tickets, live entertainment, livestock shows and exhibits is available through the Ohio State Fair.
