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Photos from a visit to the Oklahoma State Fair

By Lacey Vilhauer

The 2024 Oklahoma State Fair runs Sept. 12-22 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Two exhibitors show their does during the dairy goat show at the Oklahoma State Fair. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
At the Barnyard Birthing Center at the Oklahoma State Fair, gives fair attendees an interactive and educational experience with live animals. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
First place in the Atlantic Giant Pumpkin contest went to Richard Bottorf, with a weight of 1,734 pounds. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
The first place and Oklahoma state record giant watermelon was exhibited by Garrin Bratcher, and weighted 268 pounds. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
At the Barnyard Birthing Center, an OSU Extension educator demonstrates the calving process with the help of a fair patron. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
Native grass exhibits. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
The food at the state fair is a highlight for many. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
Made In Oklahoma products support the local entrepreneurs in the state of Oklahoma. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
The Made In Oklahoma store was buzzing at the Oklahoma State Fair. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
An exhibitor competes in the western horsemanship event in the Equine Empowerment Horse Show, which includes classes for equestrians with disabilities and veterans. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
The reserve champion legume entry at the Oklahoma State Fair. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
An Oklahoma State Fair exhibitor shows off her dairy goat. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
The Express Clydsedales attend the Oklahoma State Fair every year, allowing patrons to view them up close. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)

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