EVENTS NOT TO MISS Upcoming Ohio Pork

Summertime events for Ohio Pork Council are hitting full swing in July and August, so mark your calendars now and make plans to participate in all these pork-centric events!

July 26 - Aug. 6, Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus

Taste of Ohio Café

Since 1993, the Taste of Ohio Café has been the place to meet our friends and fellow pork producers for delicious pork dining options during the Ohio State Fair’s annual run. You can even enjoy some Ohio-based wine or craft beer to accompany your pork-based BBQ, loin, chop, burger, bacon, or wings. And don’t’ forget about Ohio Pork Council’s own “secret” menu item, the Double Decker Loaded Pork Loin Sandwich!

July

26 - Aug. 6, Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus

Land of Living Birthing Exhibit

Be sure to visit the Land & Living building where OPC helps host a “birthing center” with sows that will farrow during the fair. The Land & Living building attracts fairgoers from all backgrounds to its wide array of agricultural activities and helps to foster conversations and education surrounding Ohio agriculture. OPC, along with the Ohio Farm Bureau Ambassadors, will provide staffing and answer fair-goer questions.

July 28, Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus

Breaking Boundaries Pig Show

You won’t want to miss this inaugural event on the first Thursday evening at this year’s state fair. Breaking Boundaries is a swine show specifically for those youth with special needs who would most likely never get the opportunity to participate in an event like this.

July 29, A&E Television Network

Best in Chow

After a year in the making, get ready to tune into A&E television on Saturday, July 29 at 11:30 a.m. for the series “Best in Chow.” This episode will feature Ohio Pork Council’s Double Decker Loaded Pork Loin Sandwich (shown on the magazine cover) filmed at last year’s state fair. Be sure to tell your friends and family across the country to tune in or set their DVRs to see why Ohio Pork is the best chow!

Aug. 1, Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus Silver Anniversary Pork Rib-Off

This year marks the 25th year for the OPC-sponsored Rib-Off event. After the early-morning start for contestants, the welcome and introductions begin at 11:20 a.m. with judging at 11:30. Those attending can begin sampling for the People’s Choice Award at noon with awards announced at 1 p.m.

Aug. 3, Ohio State Fairgrounds, Columbus Ohio Legislative Pork-Off

In collaboration with the Ohio Department of Agriculture, the Ohio Pork Council is proud to be a partner in producing the 2023 Ohio Legislative Pork Off – a swine show specifically for Ohio legislators. The event will begin at 6:45 p.m. at the Swine Barn where legislators will take their hand at pig showmanship. Aside from the fun and spotlight on the state’s pork industry, pork will be donated to an area foodbank on behalf of the winner.

Aug. 19, Tiffin Bourbon & Bacon

Be sure to attend the second annual Bourbon & Bacon evening a bit earlier than last year’s October event, but at the same great venue in Tiffin at Arlington Acres. Join your pork industry friends and neighbors as you celebrate the best that pork and America’s original spirit have to offer together.

Aug. 26, Toledo Ohio Pig Farmers at Toledo Night Market

In another first for OPC, we’re continuing to reach out to residents of northwest Ohio. By participating in this unique event, we’ll help to bridge the urbanfarm communications gap by ensuring that they get to know the farmers who produce the food they enjoy, while they learn more about the practices they use to protect our state’s environment. This fun-filled event starts at 6 p.m. with vendors, food and entertainment that makes for a perfect evening for the entire family to enjoy.