VAN WERT, Ohio (WLIO) — The 169th Van Wert County Fair kicked off on Tuesday.

Gates opened at 9 a.m. Tuesday with people heading to the fairgrounds for their favorite food, games and activities. The fair held its annual opening ceremonies at 6 p.m. Tuesday, followed by harness racing shortly after. The Van Wert County Fair runs through Labor Day, and officials say this year’s schedule is packed.

Van Wert County Fair runs through Labor Day with packed schedule

"We have a lot of events scheduled this year. Tonight [Tuesday night] is harness racing; tomorrow night [Wednesday night] is cheerleading, and Thursday night is motocross in front of the Grandstands, and we'll go to monster trucks one night. We have the demolition derby and rodeo- just a lot of things going on in front of the grandstands," says Roger Wilkin, Head of the Speed Department, Van Wert County Fair.

For a full list of events, visit vanwertcountyfair.com.

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