Maryland State Fair Begins with Ridemania

Get ready, thrill seekers! The Maryland State Fair is here.

Opening day of the Maryland State Fair is Friday, Aug. 28, but first there’s a preview night with the rides as the main event.

During Ridemania—on Thursday, Aug. 27—the Midway and its rides, games and food vendors will open.

“Our rides and amusements have come a long way over the years from greased pole climbs and sack races to a Midway with a variety of rides for children, adults and adventure seekers of all ages,” Maryland State Fair General Manager Andy Cashman said. “And, no matter how popular the new high tech rides are, the merry-go-rounds and ferris wheels maintain their position as the all-time favorite rides of fair history.”

The preview night runs from 5 to 11 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27. A wristband for $20 allows full access to rides, while a $1 ticket allows people to just walk around. The food pavilion will feature specials like $1 corn on the cob, $1 sodas and $1 hot dogs.

The Maryland State Fair is located at 2200 York Road in Lutherville-Timonium. Ridemania is from 5 to 11 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27. The entire fair will be open from Friday, Aug. 28 to Monday, Sept. 7. Admission is $8 per person, $6 for senior citizens and $3 for children ages 6-11. Children 5 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online or at the fair. See the fair schedule here.