August 2015Contact: Amy Ambrose
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 419-344-1962
Fulton County Fair opens gates for 158thcelebration September 4 –10
WAUSEON (Ohio)—For 158 years now, celebrating the end of summer has meant one thing to folks living in Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan – attending theFulton County Fair.
Thousands of families, both near and far, have enjoyed the annual event for generations, taking in the Fair’s winning combination of world-class entertainment and old-fashioned family fun, all at a reasonable price.
The 158th Fulton County Fair kicks off on Friday, September 4 and runs through Thursday, September 10 at the “Top of Ohio” Fairgrounds, just north of Wauseon on Rt. 108 at Turnpike Exit 34. Gates open at 8 a.m.
Over the years, the Fulton County Fair has become known as one of the top three Fairs in the state of Ohio. Time-honored traditions like carnival rides, animal shows and crop competitions have remained. Each year also brings with it innovative attractions and current names in musical entertainment. This year’s Fair is staged to offer the same exciting mixture of old and new.
An array of contests, exhibits and competitionsfill each day’s schedule, from the Out of Field & Antique Tractor Pulls in the Grandstand starting Friday morning to Ohio’s Greatest Demolition Derby on Thursday night.
There are plenty of activities for kids, especially on Tuesday’s Junior Fair Day, where all school children are admitted for free until 6 p.m.
As attendees take in the sights, they can fill up on tasty fare from nearly 100 different vendors, sampling everything from homemade donuts, sausage and ribeye sandwiches to funnel cakes, and let’s not forget the milkshakes available in chocolate or vanilla.
Fairgoers can keep up-to-date on all the action during the 7-day run at through the Fair’sFacebook page, Twitter (@fultoncntyfair) and Instagram for details and pictures of the Fair’s jam-packed schedule of events.
In addition to ongoing rides and attractions throughout the day, Fair events include:
Friday, September 4 – Judging Agriculture, including Fruits, Vegetables and Canned Goods. ALSA Open Llama and Alpaca Show in Spangler Arena. Culinary and Floral Judging.Baked Goods Auction on the South Stage and Beef Breeding Judging in the Spangler Arena. Flag Raising Ceremony with the Veterans’ Association in the Grandstand followed by NTPA Sanctioned Tractor and Truck Pulls.
Saturday, September 5 – Veterans’ Day – Veterans and Spouses Admitted for FREE until 6 p.m. Jr. Fair Hog Judging in Sale Arena, Jr. Fair Horse Show in Osthimer Horse Arena, Horseshoe Championship, Jr. Fair Feeder Calf Judging, a FREE Ham and Bean Dinner for Veterans and Family at noon, Harness Racing with Pari-Mutuel Wagering in the Grandstand, Fulton County Saddle Club Open Speed Show, Classic Car Display in Sale Arena, Jr. Fair Steer Show, Pickup Truck Pull in the Grandstand, Jr. Fair King and Queen Crowning on the South Stage, 50s and 60s concert featuring the Van-Dell’s and a Catholic Mass Service in the Christian Music Building
Sunday, September 6 – Jr. Fair Horse Show and Rabbit Judging, Worship Service at 10:30 a.m. in the Christian Music Building, Golden Wedding Party, Tractor Operating Contest, Corn Hole Contest, Labor Day Weekend Champion of Champions Horseshoe Tournament, Free Throw & 3 Pt. Basketball Contest, FREE Christian Music Concerts, Michigan Miniature Horse Pull, Game On! Youth Event, Classic Rock Concert featuring Lynyrd Skynyrd and Bits & Harness Pony Pull
Monday, September 7 – Labor Day – Jr. Fair Sheep Show and Dairy Judging, Horseshoe Pitching Tournament, Versatility Horse Show, Corn Hole Mixed Doubles Tournament, Goat Cart & Pack Exhibition, Jr. Fair Goat Judging, Cottonwood Cloggers, Post N’ Rails Pleasure & Contesting for ages 8 and under, Guys & Gals Sheep Lead Class, Labor Day Country Concert in the Grandstand featuring Dustin Lynch and Frankie Ballard, Cow Milking, Butter Carving and Costumed Animal Contest
Tuesday, September 8 – Junior Fair Day – FREE Admission for All School Children until 6 p.m. with Special Ride Pricing from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Open Class Horse and Pony Judging, Jr. Fair Dog Show, Open Livestock Judging, Floral Judging in the Arts & Crafts Building, Youth Corn Hole Contest, Junior Horseshoe Pitching Championship (ages 9 – 17), Straw Loading Contest, Money Scramble (ages 6 and under), Pedal Power Pull, Harness Racing with Pari-Mutuel Wagering, Showman of Showmen and Golden Gloves Boxing
Wednesday, September 9 – Senior Citizens’ Day – Citizens age 65 and Over Admitted Free Until 6 p.m. Open Class Goats Judging, Senior Citizens’ Party in the Veteran’s Pavilion, Draft Horse & Pony Show, Women’s Day Activities, Senior Horseshoe Tournament, Club Calf Classic Feeder Calf Show, Doubles Horseshoe Pitching Tournament, Jr. Fair Small Animal Sale and Lost Nations Rodeo Co. Event in the Grandstand
Thursday, September 10 – Closing Day – Jr. Fair Large Animal Sale, Ohio’s Greatest Demolition Derby in the Grandstand at 7:00 pm, Free Concert on the South Stage featuring Shades of Blue, Flag Lowering Ceremony at 10 p.m. and Close of the Fulton County Fair at 11 p.m.
Regular gate admission to the Fulton County Fair is $5 per person and includes free parking. Children 15 and under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Money-saving season tickets may be purchased for $15 prior to the Fair from 4-H and service clubs, at the Fair office, or at area businesses. Season tickets are available at the gate Friday and Saturday of Fair for $20.
Gate or free admission does not include ticketed shows. Persons who want information regarding Grandstand entertainment, should visit the Fair’s web site: fultoncountyfair.com or call 419-335-SHOW (7469).
Considered one of the premier county fairs in Ohio, the Fulton County Fair expects to attract more than a quarter-million visitors once again this year to the “Top of Ohio” Fairgrounds, just north of Wauseon on State Route 108 at Turnpike Exit 34.
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The 2015 Fulton County Fair runs from Friday, September 4, through Thursday, September 10, at the “Top of Ohio” Fairgrounds, just north of Wauseon on Rt. 108 at Ohio Turnpike Exit 34. For more information, or advance tickets, call 419-335-SHOW (7469) or visit fultoncountyfair.com. Tickets for shows can also be purchased at the Fair Box Office under the Grandstand, please check the website, for hours and visit us on Facebook.
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Note to Media:
A comprehensive list of Special entertainment, Fair highlights and information follows.
158th Fulton County Fair: Grandstand Concerts
Lynyrd SkynyrdSunday, September 6, 7:30 p.m.
Location: GrandstandAll Grandstand Seats Reserved
Festival Area*: $35;
Grandstand: $30, $25
Dustin Lynch and Frankie BallardMonday, September 7, 7:30 p.m.
Location: GrandstandAll Grandstand Seats Reserved
Festival Area*: $30;
Grandstand: $28,$22
*Festival Area: Standing room only on the track. No chairs allowed. No reserved areas. Available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Grandstand Events
NTPA-Sanctioned Tractor and Truck PullsFriday, September 4, 6:30 p.m.
Location: GrandstandReserved: $10
General Admission: $8
Pit Pass: $15
Pickup Truck PullsSaturday, September 5, 7:00 p.m.
Location: GrandstandGeneral Admission: $5
Pit Pass: $10
Lost Nations Rodeo Co.Wednesday, September 9, 7 p.m.
Location: GrandstandAll Seats Reserved: $10
Pit Pass: $10
Ohio’s Greatest Demolition DerbyThursday, September 10, 7:00 p.m.
Location: Grandstand InfieldAll Seats Reserved: $8, $6
Pit Pass: $10
Grandstand ticket prices, where noted, do not include gate admission.
For tickets, visit or call 419-335-SHOW (7469).
158th Fulton County Fair: Special FREE Entertainment
Events below are free once in the gate. Gate admission: $5; children 15 and under receive free gate admission when accompanied by an adult. Parking is free.
The Van-Dells: '50s and '60s ConcertSaturday, September 5, 7:30 p.m.
Location: South Stage
Harness Racing Saturday, September 5,12:30 p.m.
Location: GrandstandTuesday, September 8, 6 p.m.
Pari-mutuels both days
Golden Wedding Party Entertainment:Sunday, September 6, 1:00 p.m.
Location: Veterans’ Pavilion
Christian EntertainmentSunday, September 6
Beyond the Ashes10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m.
Location: Christian MusicOBB (Oswald Brothers)2:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m.
Location: Christian Music Building
Michigan Miniature Horse Pull Sunday, September 6, 5:00 p.m.
Location: Spangler Arena
Bits & Harness Pony PullSunday, September 6, 7:30 p.m.
Location: Spangler Arena
Harness Racing Tuesday, September 8, 6 p.m.
Location: Grandstand Pari-mutuels
Golden Glove BoxingTuesday, September 8, 7:00 p.m.
Location: Sale Arena
Senior Citizens Party Entertainment:Wednesday, Sept. 9, 10:00 a.m.
Location: Veterans’ Pavilion
Draft Horse and Pony ShowWednesday, September 9, 11:30 a.m.
Location: Osthimer Horse Arena
Women’s Day DemonstrationsWednesday, September 9, 1-4 p.m.
Location: Veterans’ Pavilion
The Shades of Blue Concert Thursday, September 10, 6:30 p.m.
Location: South Stage
Firefighter ShowSat. – Tues., Sept. 5 – Sept. 8
Location: Park Area by Biddle Bldg.Daily demonstrations
Bowers Carriage Service 6-Horse HitchSat. – Tues., Sept. 5 – Sept. 8
Location: South end of fairgrounds
Variety EntertainmentFair Week
Location: South StageDaily performances will be posted
Christian EntertainmentFair Week
Location: Christian Music BuildingDaily performances will be posted
Train DisplayFair Week
Location: Jr. Fair BuildingMembers of Swanton Area Railroad & Model Club onhand
158th Fulton County Fair – Special Days for Veteran’s; Seniors; Youth; and Women
Saturday, August 30 – Veterans’ Day:All Veterans & Spouses Admitted Free into the Fairgrounds until 6 p.m./ Free Ham & Bean Dinner to Veteran’s & Families sponsored by Veterans’ Association.
Tuesday, September 2 – Jr. Fair DayAll School Children Admitted Free into the Fairgrounds until 6 p.m./ Special ride prices during the day plus a variety of youth activities.
Wednesday, September 3 – Senior Citizen’s Day/ Women’s Day
All Senior Citizens Age 65 & over Admitted Free into Fairgrounds until 6 p.m./ Special activities for Senior Citizens and Women’s Day demonstrations.
158th Fulton County Fair: Important Times:
Rides:
Friday, September 4:4 p.m. – Close
Saturday, September 5:11 a.m. – Close
Sunday, September 6:Noon – Close
Monday, September 7:11 a.m. – Close
Tuesday, September 8:11 a.m. – Close
Wednesday, September 9:4 p.m. – Close
Thursday, September 10:4 p.m. – Close
Merchant Buildings/Tents:
Friday, September 4:9 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Saturday, September 5:9 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Sunday, September 6:Noon – 10:00 p.m.
Monday, September 7:9 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Tuesday, September 8:Noon – 10:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 9:Noon – 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 10:Noon – 10:00 p.m.
Exhibit Buildings:
Friday, September 4:9:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, September 5:9:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 6:Noon – 9:30 p.m.
Monday, September 7:9:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 8:Noon – 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 9:9:30 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 10:Noon – 9:30 p.m.
These and other times on posted on web site:
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