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The South Carolina State Fair, named one of the best in the U.S. by USA TODAY 10Best readers, will run from Oct. 8-19.

This year's theme is "Harvesting Happiness."

This year, the South Carolina State Fair will run from Oct. 8-19.

That's only 62 days away, according to the countdown Aug. 6 on the fair's website.

What's more is that the fair ― known as the Palmetto State's largest ― was just named among the best in the country by USA TODAY 10BEST readers .

"Each October, the South Carolina State Fair lights up Columbia with a colorful blend of rides, food, and family-friendly fun." said the publication.

Here's what to know about the fair.

When was the SC State Fair first held?

The S.C. State Fair was first held in 1869 in Columbia and has been held every year

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