State Fair, Oct. 14-25

Columbia, S.C. (WOLO) — Get your family ready for the state’s largest event, the South Carolina State Fair. Mark your calendars for Oct. 14-25 for this year’s fair that will once again offer family-oriented live entertainment, savory food and of course hair-raising rides for the old and young of heart. Tickets for the concerts in the Pepsi Grandstand went on sale Friday. This year’s line-up includes Gladys Knight, Thomas Rhett, Shawn Mendes and Newsboys. Tickets range from $15-$20 and includes admission to the fair. The twelve-day annual event will also showcase the mechanical and educational aspects of South Carolina. Whether its the rides, food, animals, exhibits, competitions, musical entertainment, stage acts or grandstand shows, you are sure to find something to enjoy. www.scstatefair.org