Sports

Columbus Recreation & Parks Amateur Boxing Tournament

Held under sanction of the Ohio Association of United States Amateur Boxing, this is sure to be a big hit.

• Date: July 30 - Aug. 1, 2026
• Times:
  • Thursday, July 30: 3 - 8:30 p.m.
  • Friday, July 31: 3 - 8:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, Aug. 1: Noon - 3 p.m.
• Location: Kasich Hall A
• REGISTRATION
• MORE DETAILS

Baton Twirling

Since 1966, baton twirlers have brightened up the Fair. Competitions include solo baton twirlers, duets/pairs, parade corps, twirling teams, dance twirl teams and show teams.

• Date: Sunday, Aug. 2, 2026
• Time:
  • Doors open at 10 a.m.
  • Competition begins at 10:30 a.m.
• Location: Kasich Hall A
• Baton Informational Packet

Individual Entry Form
Group Entry Form

Cheerleading Competition

The Ohio State Fair Cheerleading Championship is administered by AmeriCheer/AmeriDance.

• Date: Saturday, Aug. 8, 2026
• Time: 11 a.m.
• Location: Kasich Hall A
• REGISTRATION