The Top 10 State Fairs in America
Summer just wouldn't be complete without a visit to the state fair. There's something about the combination of carnival rides, cotton candy, livestock competitions and pie eating contests that brings out the kid in us all. Plus, the state fair might be the only place where it's acceptable to order your ice cream deep-fried. But while you can enjoy fun summertime traditions at every state fair in the country, a few of them stand out from the rest. So from funnel cakes to Ferris wheels, we're counting down the top 10 state fairs in America. Scroll through the slideshow and start planning your next road trip to check out as many as you can.
4. The Great New York State Fair
Aug. 21-Sept. 2
First held in 1841, The Great New York State Fair in Syracuse is the oldest state fair in the nation. It draws over a million visitors each year to its rides, competitions and Taste NY food vendors who highlight the best of the state’s homegrown products. The fair also features a unique drone film festival, cooking contests, a flower show and several horse events.