For those who don’t reside in the US, state fairs are an annual competitive and recreational gathering usually held in late summer or early fall. In other words, it’s basically a larger version of a county fair, often including only exhibits or competitors that have won in their categories at the more-local county fairs. In addition to these exhibits and competitions, there’s a host of foods for you to try, with many of the popular items being deep friend, like the bacon strips you see above. Continue reading for more.