Maryland State Fair: Aug. 27 to Sept. 6 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the State Fairgrounds in Timonium. Livestock, crafts, produce, farm and garden exhibits, food, midway rides, horse raising and entertainment. Admission $8; children 6 to 11, $3; under 6, free. www.marylandstatefair.com