State Fair

Rodgers and Hammerstein musical

A state fair is an annual exhibition showcasing a state's agriculture, livestock, and local culture.

Farmers compete for ribbons on prize hogs and blue-ribbon pies.

There are carnival rides, fried foods, and performances.

State fairs are summer traditions across rural America: We go to the state fair every August.

She won first place for her jam at the state fair.

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State FairWorld Expo

Sanctioned international exhibition gathering

World's Fair · county fair · town fair · world's fair · village fete

RURAL/AGRICULTURAL vs. URBAN/COMMERCIAL

State Fairtrade show

Industry product exhibition

auto show · fashion week · art fair · Comic-Con · boat show

PUBLIC/COMMUNAL vs. PRIVATE/EXCLUSIVE

State FairVIP reception

Formal event for dignitaries

private viewing

Family

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