These county and state fairs in the area are sure to contain fun for the whole family. Enjoy everything from pig racing and a demolition derby to a Taylor Swift-themed live band experience all while partaking in fair classics such as funnel cake and soft pretzels.
Carroll County Fair
Aug. 1-2, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Carroll County Ag Center
700 Agricultural Center Drive, Westminster, MD 21157
The 127th annual Carroll County Fair is set to feature farm truck racing, a demolition derby, a tractor-pulling competition and more.
Free, $5 parking | carrollcountyfair.com
Howard County Fair
Aug. 3-10, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Howard County Fairgrounds
2210 Fairgrounds Road, West Friendship, MD 21794
Over the course of a week, the Howard County Fair will be offering fun for the whole family with rides, games, animal exhibits and a focus on everything that makes Howard County great.
$5-$10 | howardcountyfairmd.com
Maryland State Fair
Aug. 22-31, 5 p.m. Thursday; 10 a.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday; 10 a.m. Labor Day Monday
Maryland State Fairgrounds
2200 York Road, Timonium, MD 21093
This fair brings in visitors from all over the state every year. This year’s event features a concert from Big Time Rush and a Taylor Swift-themed live band experience, as well as common fair favorites like Robocars and pig racing. The fair runs through Sept. 8.
$10-$15, younger than 5 free | marylandstatefair.com
