129th Annual Cuyahoga County Fair
AUGUST 11-16, 2026

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A MESSAGE FROM CUYAHOGA COUNTY SHERIFF HAROLD A. PRETEL

 

Cuyahoga County Sheriff Harold A. PretelThis year, the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department will lead public safety operations throughout the Cuyahoga County Fair, working alongside local and state public safety partners to help provide a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.  Fair safety planning is a year-round collaborative effort, with law enforcement agencies working together to prepare for a wide range of situations so residents and visitors can enjoy the event with confidence.  The public is one of our greatest partners in keeping the fair safe.  We ask everyone who plans to attend the fair to stay aware of their surroundings, and if you see something that looks out of place, say something.  Your awareness and willingness to speak up can help to ensure a safe, memorable fair experience for all.

 

Deputies will be stationed throughout the fairgrounds and will be walking the grounds to engage with fairgoers, answer questions, and provide a visible public safety presence.

 

Tips for a safe County Fair experience:

 

  • If you see something, say something.  Report suspicious or illegal activity to law enforcement.  Call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
  • Have a plan – before you leave the house, make sure to designate a family meeting area should you and your loved ones become separated.
  • Be mindful of small children.  Little kids can become lost in a crowd quickly, which is dangerous and scary.  Tell children to look for someone in uniform should they become lost.
  • If your child becomes lost, contact law enforcement immediately. Don’t wait for them to return on their own.
    • Be aware of the General Rules of the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds and/or its immediate properties that include all parking areas
    • Alcoholic beverages may NOT be brought onto the fairgrounds
    • Bags and packages may be inspected

 

The Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Department looks forward to welcoming residents and visitors to the Cuyahoga County Fair and is committed to helping to ensure that everyone has a safe, enjoyable, memorable experience.  We look forward to seeing you at the fair.

 


 

Premium Book Entries

2026 Premium Book General Edition
2026 Premium Book Animal Edition
2026 Premium Book Online Entries
 

IMPORTANT NOTE: Open class entries can be submitted online. Animal entries cannot be submitted online. Junior Fair entries must be entered separately.

To submit entries via mail, download any of the following entry forms:

To view Exhibitor Drop-Off and Pick-Up Dates, click here.

 

 

Work at the 2026 Cuyahoga County Fair!

Want to make extra cash and work at the Cuyahoga County Fair? We’re hiring for our Admissions team!

Apply now at:
https://tinyurl.com/workatfair

The application only takes 10 minutes and can be completed right from your phone!

Open positions include...

  • Ticket Takers
  • Ticket Kiosk Attendants
  • Guest Service Ambassadors
  • Crowd Control at Ticket Gates
Join the team and be part of the excitement at this year’s fair!

  APPLY TODAY!     

 

 

Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds Now Hiring

The Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds are now hiring for various seasonal positions. Those interested should call the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds office at 440-243-0090.

 

 

Featured Entertainment

 

 

Featured Entertainment

Supafun Band

SupaFun Band is a 4-piece roving party band that brings the fun, and then some!

Our material includes TV & movie theme songs, cartoon music, pop songs, local team fight songs, holiday classics, classical, Dixieland, polka, and other SupaFun ditties.

SUPAFUN BAND IS

Smiles Davis - Trumpet P-Bone Bryson - Trombone Buddy Legend - Sousaphone Beau Fadeez - Rubba-dub-dub-board

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Fire and Glow Hooping

Prepare to be mesmerized by the Glow and Fire Hula Hooping show, where skilled performers spin, twirl, and dance with radiant LED hoops and blazing fire rings. It's a dazzling display of light, rhythm, and jaw-dropping talent that lights up the night!

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Buford Bear

For 25 years, Buford Bear and His Miniature Truck has been listed on entertainment schedules of nearly 200 fairs, festivals and special events across the United States… When Buford rolls in to perform, the excitement of the kids and adults take precedence. “Family-Friendly” interaction with this lovable hillbilly-bear character, is appreciated by everyone. Kids approach the puppet truck and carry on conversations with Buford and the adults stand back and try to figure out how it all works. A fair manager in Ohio, said he always liked watching the amazement of peoples reactions when Buford was around…Read more

Bathtub Singer

Meet the Bathtub Singer— a one-of-a-kind act cruising through your event site in a clawfoot tub! With bubbles floating in the air and a catchy rhythm echoing all around, it’s your cue to join the fun! Whether our singer is channeling her inner pop star with “Shake it Off” or singing anthems like “I Will Survive”, feel free to make a splash and sing along! Who’s ready to raise the roof— or at least the bathroom ceiling?Read more

Brian Brenner Elvis Tribute

Elvis Presley is more popular today than at any time in history. In the world of entertainment, Brian Brenner stands alone as the most authentic and exciting Elvis stylist in the business.

For over 15 years, Brian has thrilled audiences nationwide with his electrifying salute to the King of Rock & Roll. Brian is careful to portray Elvis in a manner that is dignified, respectful and historically accurate, paying strict attention to every detail. The result is as amazing as the image and illusion of Elvis comes alive in the most genuine creation ever staged!
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Joe Vitale Jr.

Music is in his blood. Maybe literally. This multi-instrumentalist is the son of legendary rock drummer Joe Vitale, and spent his early years cutting his teeth on the road with Joe Walsh, The Stephen Stills Blues Band, and Crosby, Stills and Nash.

The revolution is expanding… His award-winning, self-directed video for "Never Look Back" has over 300-thousand YouTube views.

And there's always room for more.

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Jungle Bob Animal Show

Jungle Bob Tuma is an animal entertainer and educator who has been doing animal presentations and events for children of all ages for almost three decades. In addition to educating about the wonderful world of animals, he regularly makes appearances on television and radio.

From Paul the python, to Bob the cockatoo, Rocky the sugar glider, Fifi the tarantula, Spike the bearded dragon, and Pugsley the blue-tongued skink, Jungle Bob has a wide variety of rarely seen animals. He also has some more common critters, like a turtle, bunny, cockroach display, and guinea pig.

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Dan Wallace logo

Playing country music the way it should be played...Outlaw through and through! Right here in OHIO!

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Route 42 Dance Academy

Route 42 Dance Academy offers Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Lyrical, Pointe, Musical Theatre, Boys Tap, Boys Hip Hop, Adult Classes, and Zumba Fitness. You can visit their new studio in the unique Greenbriar Mall in Parma Heights Ohio (6285 Pearl Road)!Read more

Pedal Tractor Pull

Family fun at the Cuyahoga County Fair... the pedal tractor pull will be held Tuesday, Aug. 11. Registration begins at 1:00 p.m. - first "pull" at 2 p.m.

Ages 4-11 are free with trophies to first three finishers and ribbons to all.

Ages 12 and over can register as adults with a $10.00 registration fee.

Winners of each division advance to the state competition if they so choose.Read more

Race Info: Coming Soon
Tickets: FREE Admission

Please join us for Harness Racing action with Pari-Mutuel wagering (betting) on 9 or more races. Pick your favorite horse by name, driver colors or the horse that catches your eye. Fans come from near and far to enjoy some of Ohio’s best 2- and 3-year-olds competing. Our Race Announcer will paint a picture of each action-packed one-mile race, including exciting stretch drives for the WIN. This year, we will also be running a memorial race in honor of...Read more

Draft Horse Pull

Some horses just don't pull their weight, but these ones do. You never hear anyone say a draft horse is strong as an ox for one good reason... because they're stronger. So come on out and watch these magnificent animals show what they can do.Read more

Championship Pro Wrestling returns to the Cuyahoga County Fairgrounds for Cuyahoga Slam 2026 on Thursday, August 13th at 7:00PM.Read more

RTA Operation Community Watch

Operation Community Watch, an outreach program provided by the RTA Police Department, will attend the Fair August 11th-13th from Noon-3:30pm. RTA’s OCW provides identification cards that have a full face picture, name, birthdate, height & weight, hair & eye color with a thumb print on the back of the card. These cards are made for children, teens and at risk adults (those suffering from dementia, Alzheimer’s, etc.) and can be given to any law enforcement agency to help locate lost or abducted persons. This service is provided for free to parents courtesy of RTA Police Officers as a means...Read more

National Model Railroad Association

The National Model Railroad Association, a 501(c)(3) not for profit educational organization, was founded at the first National Convention over Labor Day Weekend, 1935. The initial goal was to develop standards for scale model railroad equipment to facilitate interchangeability and operation of equipment between modelers, clubs and others.

Today, the NMRA is a world wide organization, with over 18,000 active members, associates, families and clubs dedicated to the hobby of scale model railroading in all it's facets, supporting a hobby of many diverse interests that all relate to the greater world of trains and railroads.Read more

Show Bill, Entry & Sponsorship Forms: Click Here

Please join us at our annual horse show for riders young and old! Our class for the youngest group is for children 6 and under. Classes are offered for many different types of riders including Academy Riders – children and adults who show horses they take riding lessons on, Youth classes – riders 18 years and younger competing to win the Youth High Point Award, English classes – for both Hunt and Saddle seat riders, Western classes, and the crowd favorite Costume class – where horse and...Read more

Family Morning Dance Party

Family Midway Entertainment gives you a chance to “Shake it at the Family Dance Party” on Saturday Morning from 11am to 12Noon!

This is a Dance Party, so hit the floor and show us your moves! Whether you're into the Charleston, Fox Trot, Hustle, Harlem Shuffle or Electric Slide, the Fair's the place to be Saturday morning! And for those who dare to dance like no one's watching, you'll have a chance to Win Fun Prizes including Cleveland Guardians Tickets, All-Day Ride Stamps, Dip-N-Dots courtesy of Otterbacher Concessions, and Mr. Hero Free Sandwich Cards....Read more

Fair Nights, Enchanted Lights - a Fireworks and Drone Experience

Step into a world of wonder at the Cuyahoga County Fair with "Fair Nights, Enchanted Lights"—a mesmerizing spectacle blending cutting-edge drone technology with breathtaking fireworks, making its debut at this year's fair.

Experience the night sky come alive as synchronized drones dance in harmony, painting vibrant patterns and spellbinding formations overhead. Against this backdrop, colorful fireworks burst in a symphony of light and sound, creating an unforgettable visual symphony that illuminates the fairgrounds.

Perfect for families and thrill-seekers alike, "Fair Nights, Enchanted Lights" promises a magical evening of innovation and celebration, marking a new era of entertainment at...Read more

Demolition Derby

The Cuyahoga County Fair Demolition Derby is an annual fan favorite of Fair goers. This year's derby will be one show only, at 2pm on Sunday, August 16th, 2026. Tickets for the derby are ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE ! Whether you're interested in watching or participating in the derby, follow the link below for entry forms and ticketing information.Read more