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TLO Guide to Surviving the Oklahoma State Fair With a Toddler

9:43 AM EDT on September 15, 2026

Under the best circumstances, the state fair is a bit of a crapshoot. You may have a great time, but you’ll likely get a sunburn, or you’ll be waterlogged from rain. The food will be a delight, but you’ll overhear a conversation from a stranger you wish you could permanently unhear.

The fair is many things to many people, and some would say it’s not worth it to bring a little kid.

This year, I shall challenge that notion. And if you’d like some tips on how to bring a toddler to the fair, then I’ve got your back.