Late summer and early fall mean it’s fair season in the D.C. area. So break out your boots and prepare your appetite for deep-fried cuisine.

Here’s what to know about all the region’s fairs and festivals.

Statewide celebrations

State Fair of Virginia

When: Sept. 26 to Oct. 5

Where: The Meadow Event Park in Doswell, Virginia

What’s happening: Enjoy performances from Herman’s Hermits featuring Peter Noone; Tyler Braden; Chapel Hart; Quiet Riot; and Drew Baldridge, among other artists. There’s also plenty of fair fun to be had, with events such as a giant vegetable weigh-off, a petting zoo, a chainsaw auction and magic show. Full details are on the fair’s website .

Maryland State Fair

When: Aug. 21-24, Aug. 28 to Sept. 1, Sept. 4-7

Where: Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium, Mar

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