Tickets going quickly for some of these big-name acts at Ohio State Fair this week

Lineup also includes Alabama, Joe, for KING & COUNTRY, Gabriel Iglesias, Kidz Bop, 38 Special and more acts in store during fair that runs July 26 - Aug. 6.

Credit: DaytonDailyNews

It’s state fair week! And some of the best concerts are summer are part of the fun.

The Ohio State Fair entertainment lineup includes something for everyone with country stars — veterans and up-and-comers — kid-focused entertainment, comedy, pop, a cappella and more.

But tickets are selling fast for some of these, so don’t wait too long.

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The 2017 Ohio State Fair will run July 26 - Aug. 6. Plan a quick escape around one of these top music events.

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THE CONCERT SCHEDULE:

Hometown Sounds featuring McGuffey Lane and Ohio-born musicians

Wednesday, July 26, 7 p.m.

Free (no tickets required)

The KIDZ BOP Kids: Best Time Ever Tour includes a stop at the Ohio State Fair on Thursday, July 27, 2017. Tickets are $15. CONTRIBUTED

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The KIDZ BOP Kids: Best Time Ever Tour 

Thursday, July 27, 6:30 p.m.

$15

Buy tickets here.

BWB Jazz Jam starring Rick Braun, Kirk Whalum and Norman Brown is headed to the Ohio State Fair for a concert on Friday, July 28, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $25. CONTRIBUTED

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BWB Jazz Jam starring Rick Braun, Kirk Whalum and Norman Brown 

Friday, July 28, 7:30 p.m.

$25

Buy tickets here.

Alabama will perform in concert at the Ohio State Fair on Saturday, July 29, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $55/$40. CONTRIBUTED

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Alabama 

Saturday, July 29, 7 p.m.

$55/$40

Buy tickets here.

All-Ohio State Fair Band & Youth Choir Concert 

Sunday, July 30, 1 p.m.

Free (no tickets required)

Gabriel Iglesias will bring his FluffyMania: 20 Years of Comedy Tour to the Ohio State Fair on Sunday, July 30, 2017. Tickets are $35/$25. CONTRIBUTED

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Gabriel Iglesias FluffyMania: 20 Years of Comedy Tour 

Sunday, July 30, 7:30 p.m.

$35/$25

Buy tickets here.

for KING & COUNTRY will perform at the Ohio State Fair on Monday, July 31, 2017, with special guest Zach Williams. Tickets are $30/$20. CONTRIBUTED

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for KING & COUNTRY with special guest Zach Williams 

Monday, July 31, 7 p.m.

$30/$20

Buy tickets here.

The Carpenters Tribute featuring Michelle Whited will take place at The Ohio State Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2017. CONTRIBUTED

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The Carpenters Tribute featuring Michelle Whited* 

Tuesday, Aug. 1, 1 p.m.

Free (no tickets required)

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Cole Swindell 

Tuesday, Aug. 1, 7:30 p.m.

$37/$27

Buy tickets here.

George Thorogood and The Destroyers and 38 Special will perform in concert at the Ohio State Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2017. Tickets are $32/$25. CONTRIBUTED

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George Thorogood and The Destroyers / 38 Special 

Wednesday, Aug. 2, 7 p.m.

$32/$25

Buy tickets here.

Rascal Flatts: Rhythm & Roots Tour will include a show at the Ohio State Fair on Thursday, August 3, 2017. CONTRIBUTED

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Rascal Flatts: Rhythm & Roots Tour 

Thursday, Aug. 3, 7 p.m.

$85/$65/$45

Buy tickets here.

Joe will perform at the Ohio State Fair on Friday, Aug. 4, 2017, with special guests Ro James and Kevin Ross. Tickets are $25. CONTRIBUTED

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Joe with special guests Ro James and Kevin Ross 

Friday, Aug. 4, 7:30 p.m.

$25

Buy tickets here.

Pentatonix — SOLD OUT

Saturday, Aug. 5, 7 p.m.

$55/$40

Buy tickets here.

Sale of Champions Livestock Auction – 50th Anniversary 

Sunday, Aug. 6, 2 p.m.

Free (no tickets required)

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HOW TO BUY TICKETS 

The following options are available to purchase tickets:

1. Ticketmaster online: Visit www.ticketmaster.com/OhioStateFair

2. Ticketmaster phone centers: Call 1-800-745-3000

Concert tickets purchased before arriving at the Fair include Fair admission. Unless otherwise noted, there is a limit of eight tickets per person, per show on the first day of sale. Please note that Ticketmaster no longer offers retail outlets. 

For more information, call 1-888-OHO-EXPO or 1-614-644-FAIR. On the Web, visit us at ohiostatefair.com.

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