Fun Times

Join us for a relaxed evening as we start with dinner at Lau Pa Sat , then head over to the 2006 I-Light festival to explore the light installations around Marina Bay . It’s an easy night of walking and checking out some fun interactive displays by the waterfront, along with good company. This is a free community walk, led by volunteers who enjoy the Great Outdoors (GO) and would like to share them with u too! ![🤎]() Kindly RSVP responsibly to give others a chance to join. The 'going' list may not necessarily follow a strict sequence.  To protect your privacy, we do not collect telephone numbers . Communication will be through the Event Chat. Kindly check for any updates, especially on the day of the event. The route may be amended or the hike postponed in the event of inclement weather, for the safety of our walkers. ![🚶]() \*Disclaimer: By joining this walk, you assume responsibility for your own safety and well-being , and will not hold the organizers/hosts liable for any loss or injury or other unforeseen events, ensuring a shared commitment to a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  Thank you.  Photo credit: I-Light 2026

Let’s enjoy a burst of colour this June holiday—the National Orchid Garden is offering free admission for a limited time period for Singaporeans, PRs, Work Permit Holders, local students, and Dependant Pass holders. Wander through thousands of orchids in bloom and soak in the cool, leafy calm of the Botanic Gardens. 💛 It’s the perfect chance to enjoy a refreshing, nature‑filled break amid vibrant blooms. 🌈 To protect your privacy, we do not collect telephone numbers 📵. Communication will be through the Event Chat. Kindly check for any updates, especially on the day of the event. The route may be amended or the hike postponed in the event of inclement weather, for the safety of our walkers. 🚶🚶‍♂️ *Disclaimer: By joining this walk, you assume responsibility for your own safety and well-being 🚸, and will not hold the organizers/hosts liable for any loss or injury or other unforeseen events, ensuring a shared commitment to a safe and enjoyable experience for all. 😊 Thank you.

To RSVP for registration, **click here** ([https://3playtopia.com/trip/i-light-2026-night-walk](https://3playtopia.com/trip/i-light-2026-night-walk)) Hosted by: Our friendly arts practitioners, **Ben and Christine** ([https://www.instagram.com/benbenyou?igsh=MWlrNTQwMGloM2g5bQ==](https://www.instagram.com/benbenyou?igsh=MWlrNTQwMGloM2g5bQ==)) and ([https://www.instagram.com/chrispychong?igsh=aDB4eDYzZmwzZ25l](https://www.instagram.com/chrispychong?igsh=aDB4eDYzZmwzZ25l)) **For inquiries (WhatsApp):** 8078 4087 Some walks show you places. This walk change how you observe them. Join us at this free walk for an evening exploring iLight Singapore, where Ben who is an artist, and Christine an arts manager, will share stories, conversations, and perhaps even unexpected perspectives!! 😃 **No art background needed.** **Just your curiosity and your explorer's hat.** What to expect: \* hidden perspectives on familiar spaces \* thoughtful but casual exploration \* a welcoming small-group environment Come curious. Leave enlightened. This walk also offer a glimpse into Ben's and Christine's upcoming Korea journey to 2 cities, Gwangju and Busan, where we explore cities through contemporary culture, local stories, food, architecture, and community experiences. If you enjoy meaningful travel experiences beyond ordinary tourism, this may be for you. ([https://3playtopia.com/trip/a-tour-of-two-korean-cities-gwangju-and-busan](https://3playtopia.com/trip/a-tour-of-two-korean-cities-gwangju-and-busan)) With so much to offer, do come join Ben and Christine at iLight Singapore for a... **read more** ([https://3playtopia.com/trip/i-light-2026-night-walk](https://3playtopia.com/trip/i-light-2026-night-walk)) Attendees who have signed up please keep in touch/updated: • You can join Whatsapp group chat for the latest updates. Please refer to comments. Please bring along your earpiece for your phones and have your phones fully charged as we will be using them during the walk.

*A fun, social Friday night without the bar scene.* Warm up your weekend with easy, high-energy board and card games designed to get everyone talking. ✅ Easy to learn, no experience needed! ✅ Curated word, party and social games ✅ **Featured titles:** **Codenames**, **Exploding Kittens,** **Hues & Cues & Herd Mentality** ✅ Join a game, get to know someone and let the good times roll! 7.30pm - 8pm: Arrival + Dinner (optional) 8pm - 10pm: Game Night! **🎫 Entry: $15/pax** Select a complimentary welcome treat: \> **FREE** **1\*Noodle Set**, or \> **FREE 2\*Canned Drinks** 🏠 **Venue: The Noodle Place** 15A Circular Road (2nd Floor) Nearest MRT: Clark Quay / Raffles Place 🙏 **Please Whatsapp 8337-0678 to confirm your attendance** so we can reserve a slot for you and keep you updated of any changes. Thanks! \>\>\>\>\> By signing up for the event, you agree to the following: 🪑 Be mindful of your RSVP! Update 4 hours prior to the event if something else comes up and you can’t attend so someone else can join the fun! 📸 Photos will be taken during the event for publicity purposes. Please sound out if uncomfortable. 🚫 No soliciting, MLM, investment pitches or harassment. Let's keep it friendly! No outside food please! For inclusivity, gameplay will be in English and may be less accessible if you’re not fluent. **‼️ No refunds for sudden unavailability. In the event of cancellation, a full refund will be provided promptly.** For more information, please feel free to whatsapp 8337-0678

**Note:** If you are hosting games, you can create a session under this event via this URL: [https://playbojio.vercel.app/](https://playbojio.vercel.app/) 🎲 **Looking to unwind after a hectic week?** Join us for an evening of **board games** and casual **chit-chat!** Unlike our usual "Geek Out Stress Out" sessions, which dive deep into intense gameplay, this session emphasizes mingling in a laid-back setting. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking to try something new, this is the perfect opportunity to meet like-minded individuals. Enjoy a variety of games that encourage interaction and laughter, making it easy to connect with others. Come alone or bring a friend—either way, you're sure to have a great time and expand your social circle. Don't miss this chance to relax and play in the most enjoyable way possible! **Venue:** Geekster **Time:** 7pm to 11pm (Every Fri) **Address:** 100 Lorong 23 Geylang #03-02 S388398 (Near to Aljunied MRT, take the shorter path at Atrix Bulding) **Fee**: S$8 per entry inclusive of ONE complimentary drink **🎲 Play Arena Rules 🎲** 1️⃣ Max capacity: 24 people (excluding Geekster). RSVP is first come, first served. If you can’t make it, please de-RSVP so others on the waitlist can join. ✅🔄 2️⃣ Be respectful—no excessive noise or aggressive behavior. 🚫🎭 3️⃣ You’re welcome to bring your own games! Just make sure they’re ***clean*** and ***mold-free***. Comment below with what you're bringing. 😊🎲 4️⃣ Handle all games with care. Damage to Geekster’s games may incur a replacement fee. 💸⚠️ 5️⃣ No outside food or drinks (except plain water). Keep food and drinks away from games. 🚱🍔 6️⃣ Feeling unwell? Please stay home. Hosts may deny entry if needed. 🤒❌ 7️⃣ Keep an eye on your belongings; management isn’t responsible for lost items. 🎒👀 8️⃣ Theft = police report + permanent ban. 🚔🚨 Please join our **Telegram** group here for more details/updates: [https://t.me/+6r-3vSQcxwNjZjM1](https://t.me/+6r-3vSQcxwNjZjM1) **CONNECT WITH US!** 📌 Follow us on [IG](https://www.instagram.com/geekster.sg/) **📌 Check out our latest arrivals and pre-orders on our** [website](https://www.geekster.sg/)

Join us for a relaxed evening starting with dinner at Lau Pa Sat  before we make our way to the 2026 i-Light Festival. We’ll take an easy stroll to see the light installations along the waterfront and enjoy a simple night out together. This is a free community walk, led by volunteers who enjoy the Great Outdoors (GO) and would like to share them with u too! ![🤎]() To protect your privacy, we do not collect telephone numbers . Communication will be through the Event chat. Kindly check for any updates, especially on the day of the event, so that you will be updated on any changes. The route may be amended or the hike postponed in the event of inclement weather, for the safety of our walkers. ![🚶]() Exercise care while you walk. Please inform us when you feel unwell and need to drop out. \*Disclaimer: By joining this walk, you assume responsibility for your own safety and well-being , and will not hold the organizers/hosts liable for any loss or injury or other unforeseen events, ensuring a shared commitment to a safe and enjoyable experience for all.  Thank you. 

HI EVERYONE. The Wolf King has finally returned. And this time… he’s hungry again. After a long disappearance, steps back into the shadows — bringing with him the hunt, the chaos, and the mind games you’ve been missing. New players, veterans, bluffers, quiet killers… all are welcome. Just remember not everyone here is human. ## 🩸 LETTER FROM THE WOLF KING Listen well, fragile villagers. I have been away… but the hunt never stopped. The forest has grown silent, and my pack has thinned. But now, under the rising blood moon, we gather once more. Some of you will stand with me. Most of you will fall. You may think this is a game — but when night comes, you will learn the difference between hunter… and prey. Come. Sit at my table. Let me see if you survive the night. Sincerely, Wolf King Details: New Players, can come earlier! (from 1pm) Time: 1pm - 6pm (5 hours) Venue: Goodspeed Game Cafe @ Ang Mo Kio Block 710a #02-2625 , (5 mins walk from MRT station) Above 24 hour 思家客Scarlett Supermarket。 **Entry fees : $12/- with 1 can and free flow of snacks !**

Join us for a cosy evening of nature sightseeing, relax near the seaside, meet friends and BBQ at the tranquil seaside park. To ease into the evening, we will begin with a leisurely stroll along the scenic shoreline. There will be light and easy activities (such as group rotations) for everyone connect comfortably. \* For this event, you will receive a complimentary can of beer. You can also exchange it with a packet of soft drink. Participants are not required to do the grilling, but anyone who likes to get hands-on with the sizzling experience can certainly do so. \* For event description, application and more details, refer to: **[https://www.oneplusone.com.sg/upevents.html#bbq](https://www.oneplusone.com.sg/upevents.html#bbq)** 🕖📍Meeting time & place: **5:15pm at Sembawang MRT**. We will then take a public bus to Sembawang Park. For those going directly, you can meet us at the park at 5:45pm. Cost: **$25, includes BBQ dinner, a can of beer, and drinks**. Food is non-halal. Require pre-payment by fund transfer or paynow. ✅\* *Please bring your Singpass app for quick on-site verification that your marital status is Single or equivalent (open app > View all > Family > Marital status). As a genuine organiser, we put in reasonable effort to check that attendees are single. If your status is unverified, the Contact List will reflect "Unverified" next to your name*. 📋\* Only verified singles who attend the entire session will receive the Contact List, which includes the names of the opposite gender. Applicants can voluntarily add any of their contact details (e.g. email, telegram, IG) to that list if they wish to. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📝 **How to apply:** 1. Event is only for Singles who are S'poreans, PRs, EP & S-Pass holders. 2. To apply, RSVP in this Meetup page & we will follow up with you. You may also apply via the link above. 3. If you are shortlisted, we will directly request you to make payment. ❓If you have questions, please contact Jerald at 90170885 or [Lim.Jerald@gmail.com](http://Lim.Jerald@gmail.com)

📆Date: Sunday, 7th June 2026 Hiking Time: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM Meeting Point: Beauty World Centre ( outside McDonald) Meeting Time: 2:45 PM sharp Route Plan: Start: Bukit Timah Nature Park Bukit Timah Summit (loop) Wallace Trail Dairy Farm Hut Bukit Timah Summit (loop) End: Bukit Timah Nature Park What to Bring: 🎒 Hiking or sports shoes Small towel Sufficient water to stay hydrated 💦 Umbrella or raincoat (in case of rain) Join us for an afternoon hike through lush forest trails and enjoy a refreshing nature escape at Bukit Timah ⛰️

Dear Fun Lovers, It Karaoke🎤 time again!!! Looking forward to singing with you guys. Note : As usual, we will be having joint-events with YOLO Meetup Group. We will be having Large & Medium Rooms (5 hours) of leisure singing & mingling session + Mini Karaoke Competition. We can now hop around rooms ^^ Solo / Duet KTV Competition Cash Prizes for : 1. Champion 2. 1st Runner-Up Max : 54-60 pax. You may choose songs in English, Chinese and Korean Only. We will be heading for dinner after our singing session & 2nd round of Karaoke at a nearby KTV pub. Only members who joined our session at Teo Heng could tag along for the next round as limited tables will be reserved at the KTV pub. AMOUNT : $12 PER PAX TO BE PAID IN ADVANCE VIA PAYLAH/PAYNOW/GPAY(Google pay) as we encourage contactless payment. $16 PER PAX IF PAYMENT BY CASH OR ON THE SPOT however, priorities will be given to those who pay in advance, once the slots are full, we will not be accepting cash on the spot. IMPORTANT NOTE : After payment is made, there will be no refunds however, you may find a replacement for yourself. Once you have RSVP "Yes" pls confirm your slots by payment, your slot will not be considered confirmed only when payment is received. You will receive payment notice via WhatsApp so please do remember to add your contact number in. Regards to payment collection which is usually a week before the event, if you withdraw during this time, it will be considered last minute withdrawa l or backing out from the event. 1st withdrawal will be in the blacklist, 2nd withdrawal will be removed from the group without notice. Please be responsible for your RSVP as there are others who are keen to join us but are unable to get a slot. I really need your co-operation, thanks. ***Kindly leave behind your contact nos, those who didn‘t do so will automatically be moved to the Waitlist. A whatsapp group chat will be created, you may opt out of the grp chat however, your mobile numbers must be provided, tks. IMPORTANT NOTE : Each Member is to key in 1 song at a time by rotation. Kindly ask for permission from the members in the room before inserting your song. There are wide selections of Chinese, English, Korean, Canto, Japanese songs, etc for you to sing to your heart's content. How to get to the Venue : Nearest MRT station : Stadium MRT Station. RSVP now & mark your calendar! See ya guys!! Cheers, Sandra

### **Pickleball Sunset Mixer! 🏓🎉** An evening of dinks, drinks (after maybe), and your shot at pickleball glory. *** **📍 Location:** 317 Outram Rd, Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, Singapore 169075 🕖 **Time:** **5PM - 7PM** 💵 **Cost:** $22 per person ($5 paddle rental if you don’t have your own trusty weapon). **Early bird rate ($16 excl paddle if you confirm five days with payment before the event)** To lock in your spot and avoid the dreaded FOMO, hit up the payment link below: 📲 **Early Price: [https://hitpay.link/dep7ex](https://hitpay.link/dep7ex)** 📲 **Normal Price: [https://hitpay.link/kfrihd](https://hitpay.link/kfrihd)** ✅ **Spots are only confirmed when payment is in.** If you usually pay cash, no worries, just continue with that. ⚠️ **Cancellation Policy:** Please give at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations to receive a refund. No refunds for no‑shows or cancellations within 24 hours, unless the whole event is rained out. ### What’s the Plan? We’re going Round Robin style, which is just a nice way of saying you’ll keep playing and meeting new people until your arms fall off. #### 🎮 What’s the Game Plan? Here’s how the courts are split: 🎾 **1 Beginner Court** (*For newcomers or those preferring a relaxed pace*) * Learning court lines, scoring, and basic rules. * Can sustain short rallies and demonstrate basic strokes but still working on consistency. 🏅 **1 Intermediate Court** * Solid consistency, mid-pace rallies * Shot placement is improving, but still work-in-progress * Great for those ready to level up 🏆 **Official Tournament Balls:** All games will be played using **Franklin X-40 tournament balls** for consistency and a high-quality playing experience. **Paddle Queue System:** To keep things fair, players will place their paddles in line in box to indicate their turn in the respective court. **Rules of the Game**: * **Switch It Up**: After every match, you’ll get a new partner and new opponents. * **Scoring**: First to 15 points, rally style (no need to keep track of who’s serving—so much simpler lah). * **Timing**: Each match is capped at 15 minutes, so don’t peng san trying to win. * **Be Nice**: Keep it friendly—this isn’t the SEA Games, okay? *** ### **Why You’ll Love It:** * Play with a variety of kakis and test your skills. * End the day with new friends and maybe a snack after. *** **What to Bring:** * Your paddle (or rent one—we’re not judging). * Water bottle—don’t faint halfway * Your best “aiyah nvm” attitude when the ball goes sideways. 🔔 **Friendly Reminder:** Pickleball is a social and physical activity, please be mindful of your own safety and physical limits. Participation is at your own risk. Stay hydrated, warm up properly, and don’t paiseh to rest if you need to. 💪 🎟️ RSVP Now – Spaces Are Limited!

**Football, fun, and new friends await! Join us for a friendly 5v5 match at Arena Woodleigh. let’s make it a game to remember with awesome people and good vibes!** 🔥 New in town or just visiting? Come unwind with a friendly 5v5 game—easygoing vibes, cool evening breeze, and a great way to meet people and enjoy the beautiful game. There will be an official host will facilitate the game to ensure safety and rotate teams if applicable. Please note: \- Be on time to ensure game starts promptly\. \- Teams will be formed and play will begin\. Normal rules apply\. \- Where there is a third team\, a series of rotating games lasting 10 minutes will be played. As always, keep games safe and friendly: watch the tackles, avoid sliding, and exhibit great sportsmanship! **\*\*Please note that RSVP on this event doesn't mean you've successfully booked the game. Contact us via WhatsApp +65 88144810 for more details.\*\***

**Summary** We will play TV-style game shows at [Game Show Battle Rooms](https://gameshowbattlerooms.com/columbus/) ("GSBR"). These will include *Family Feud*, *Wheel of Fortune*, and *The Price is Right*, and we will play them over the course of an hour. We ran this event for the second time back in October, and it was an even bigger hit than it was the first time we ran it the February prior. GSBR has nearly 10,000 reviews on Google and a 5-star rating. If there were any event where you were just about guaranteed to have a good time, it's this one. GSBR changes their questions and answers every month, so if you attended in October (or even if you went with another group as recently as April), you will not see any of the same questions you saw before. **The Date and Time of This Event** Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. However, if someone books the 3:00 p.m. time before I do (meaning before I have enough paid attendees), well, that's the way the cookie crumbles and we'll have to move to Plan B. That might involve trying for either one of GSBR's 1:30 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. slots, or just cancelling the Meetup altogether. We'll cross that bridge if we get to it, but be aware of these possibilities. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to whatever our actual showtime ends up being. (Hence, this meetup's 2:45 p.m. start time.) **Cost** The cost to play, per person, is $36.95 plus 8% sales tax of $2.96, plus a refundable 8% gratuity of $2.96 (see the next section for more details), for a total cost of $42.86 per person. **Mandatory Gratuity (If 20+ Participants)** If we have 20 or more participants in this event, GSBR will assess a mandatory gratuity of 8%, or $2.96 per person. If we have 20 or more attendees, GSBR will give our group an extra 15 minutes of playing time. I am collecting the gratuity up-front to prepare for the case in which we have at least 20 people. However, in the event that we do not, I will refund this $2.96 to you. In the event we have fewer than 20 people and your gratuity is refunded, your cost for the event will end up being $39.91 (instead of $42.86). I will say more below on the actual exchange of money for this event. **Drinks** GSBR does allow beverages into the game room, and they also sell some on-site. These include bottled water, soft drinks, and some alcoholic beverages. You can bring your own bottled water, too, if you want. **Cancellations and Refunds** Per GSBR's [website](https://gameshowbattlerooms.com/questions/): *If you cancel your show 5 or more days in advance of your booking time, you will receive a full refund.* *You may reduce the number of tickets and receive a refund if you provide at least 5-days’ notice.* More on this in a moment. **Number of Participants** GSBR does not run events for fewer than 6 people. I will not purchase tickets for this event with fewer than 10 paid, and I will not send out a solicitation for money without at least 12 signed up for this Meetup. More on this below. **The Actual Exchange of Money** Tickets for GSBR events are not purchased piecemeal. I will need to book our GSBR event as a bloc. This means that everyone will need to send me his or her entrance fee via either Venmo or Paypal prior to me booking our time. Anyone failing to send me his or her money will be removed by me from this event. Once 12+ people are signed up here for this Meetup, I will send out a DM through the Meetup messaging system to those 12+ participants with my Venmo/Paypal information. You will then have 72 hours to wire me your share of the money. After 72 hours, if I don't have money from you, I'll remove you from event. If I don't have money from at least 10 people, I'll refund everyone's money, and we'll either re-start the process or I'll just cancel the event. I'm not going to book any event with GSBR unless I'm reasonably certain we're going to be able to run it. Assuming I have money from 10+ people, then I will book the event through GSBR's website. If you decide to cancel and you want a refund, you ***must*** give me time to contact GSBR with at least 5 days notice. Since the date of this event is Saturday, June 27, you have to let me know not later than Sunday, June 21, to allow me time to call GSBR not later than Monday, June 22, in order to get a refund for your share. Once I have confirmation from GSBR for the refund, I will Venmo/Paypal the money back to you immediately from my account. (There will probably be a 3-5 day delay before GSBR actually processes the refund, but I will absorb the cost of the float and get your money back to you right away.) **"Hey, Eric! I just saw this event! Can I sign up late?"** Yes, but you still need to Venmo/Paypal your share of the booking fee to me, which will be $40.55. If I don't get it within 72 hours after you sign up (or time permitting for me to book you in with GSBR if you sign up last-minute), then I'll remove you from the event. **Mandatory GSBR Waiver Requirement** GSBR policies *require* that each attendee signs a liability waiver prior to the event. You can find the waiver [here](https://gameshowbattlerooms.com/questions/) (on the right-hand side toward the bottom of the page under the section "Do I Need To Sign A Waiver Form?"), and you should also be able to skip directly to the form [here](https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/5c473bb934d6a/web/). *You must fill out this waver in order to participate in the event*. The form is short and this really shouldn't take you more than 2 minutes, but please send me a DM if you have any issues filling out the document. **Denouement** Afterward, for those who are interested, we'll drown our sorrows or celebrate our exultations at [Crooked Can Brewing](https://crookedcanohio.com/) in Hilliard. They also have extensive food options. The actual address of the brewery is [5354 Center St, 43026](https://www.google.com/maps/place/5354+Center+St,+Hilliard,+OH+43026/@40.0339813,-83.1623519,17.25z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x883893f9f30108a7:0xbe4c8919aa69e3e7!8m2!3d40.0344541!4d-83.1598828!16s%2Fg%2F11gxsh9f_0?entry=ttu).

**Self-Proclaimed Trivia Master, Paul, has all the questions AND answers**: All YOU have to do is bring the answers. Easy? Let's find out in the next rendition of Trivia Night. Let's warm up with the question that I like to ask to establish your knowledge of current events and IQ. Don't be shy. Shout this one out. What happened in April in America that had not happened since 1972 ? (warm up questions answer is posted at the bottom) Okay, not bad. I heard that. RSVP and form up into teams of up to 4 people when you show up. Compete for prizes so large we had to park them at the airport. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and Dead Last (that one's more of a remedial learning aid, but it will be fun. I promise). **On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! (ps - empty the glasses into the sink, not the trash ... please) **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host* **Answer**: *That's right!* / We sent a rocketship with live astronauts to the moon for a quick lap around our only natural satellite. They didn't land. And they never got out of the capsule... for 10 days! Been there. Done that! (It's like they're replaying all the greatest hits from my childhood.)

**Summary** The [Ohio State Fair](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/) is consistently ranked as one of the [best](https://www.realpropertymgt.com/expert-tips/top-5-state-fairs) ... [state](https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/best-state-fair/) ... [fairs](https://www.dispatch.com/story/entertainment/local/2025/08/06/ohio-state-fair-named-top-fair-nation-usa-today/85527343007/) ... [in](https://www.blueribbongroup.net/blue-ribbon-foodies/tag/what-are-the-best-state-fairs-in-the-united-states/) ... [America](https://614now.com/2025/explore-columbus/usa-today-names-the-ohio-state-fair-as-one-of-the-countrys-best-find-out-where-it-ranked-here). By [acreage](https://www.google.com/search?q=largest+state+fairs+in+us+by+acreage&client=firefox-b-1-d&sca_esv=5a1ec5f7868eb06c&prmd=ivns&sxsrf=AE3TifOrRyB0UF_zcJxuzJ2blALpROCfFA:1763485805100&source=lnms&fbs=AIIjpHxU7SXXniUZfeShr2fp4giZPH5QghoXViUOqdFyhkUfHhA90f6RZnLvcDKUWyhDavFJHvqNnhR_vnElk0C8uWstYqkR_Pamh3VQhx9plk87wYYnFhXCtQ6JPByPAvG0_LeyIQszFojQ7tWAfAvDzo6MwRJuWxS0jrzFWBkVvjkxbHuA6PTQnwEl88m-YBBItnTFmNlR9xZ9YLttetzKJB1GAWacLg&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiX3-rHmPyQAxU6_8kDHcKPH1gQ0pQJegQIBRAF&biw=1735&bih=926&dpr=1), it's one of the five largest fairs in the country. And a million people [visit](https://www.statenews.org/government-politics/2025-08-06/attendance-off-slightly-at-2025-ohio-state-fair-but-sales-of-champions-was-up-big) it each year. Last year's [attendees](https://www.10tv.com/article/news/local/nearly-1-million-visitors-2025-ohio-state-fair-fun-facts-statistics/530-e6c7db59-e9ca-469b-9d3e-ef39011aca00) came from each of Ohio's 88 counties, from all 50 states, and from as far away as 26 other countries including Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, and others, according to Ticketmaster sales data. **Map of the Fair** Here is a [map of the grounds](https://cdn.saffire.com/images.ashx?t=ig&rid=OhioStateFair&i=map2025.jpg&cb=0508a2a3). **Directions, Parking, Tickets, Timing** Take exit 111 (17th Avenue) off of I-71. Turn west (toward the McDonald's). [Parking is $10](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/p/visit/pricing-hours) whether you pay in advance or on-site. It's generally not too bad getting in and out of the fair. You generally get an excellent spot, too, early in the mornings. There are cops everywhere and they will let you know where to park. Tickets are $12 at the gate or [$8 in advance](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/p/visit/pricing-hours). You can also buy 3- and 12-day admission tickets in advance for $20 and $75, respectively. All advance tickets are available May 1 through July 22. I've scheduled this meetup from 9 to 3, but you can obviously come late or leave early if you want. They will also stamp your hand for free same-day re-admission if you want. The fair is a big place. You will get plenty of steps in at this event, so be prepared to do some walking! **Outside Items** From the [FAQ](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/p/visit/faqs): * *Bags* "Purses, backpacks, book bags, coolers, strollers, etc. are permitted, but are subject to search. Bag searches will also be conducted for guests entering concerts and events in the WCOL Celeste Center." * *Outside Food and Beverage* "You may bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages. Glass bottles and containers are not permitted on grounds." I like to bring a disposable plastic bottle of water with me and refill it on the grounds as I go. **What's New at the Fair** They've spent the last couple years doing major construction at the fair, and most if not all of it should be completed by the start of this year's fair. They've been massively overhauling what's located at the heart of the fairgrounds just north of Kiddleland and just west of the Midway, they're supposed to also have completed improvements to the Dairy Building. In the center of the fairgrounds, there's supposed to be a new food hall, which I would consider to be the centerpiece of the whole shebang. It's supposed to [include](https://www.ohioexpocenter.com/p/about/expo-2050-master-plan) "multi-purpose dining and event space and incubator kitchens on the first floor, and additional dining and event space on the second story." Furthermore, "both levels [will] include outdoor dining on a patio or balcony." A new "Town Square" and surrounding area will also feature a permanent "Ohio-themed carousel" that will also be "complete with ample shade and seating." The new Dairy Building will be air-conditioned and add public restrooms, a universal changing table, and other new amenities. Four hundred and sixty million dollars have been spent on these improvements and renovations, and I expect they will be very cool! **Where We'll Meet** At no later than 9 a.m., I'll be standing by the giant cardinal just inside Cardinal Gate 1, then we'll wander down to Tracey's (see below). If you come late, Tracey's is where you'll find us (DM me or drop a note in the comments if you need help finding us after you arrive). *Note: There's a smaller Tracey's booth near the main entrance. This is not the Tracey's location we'll be meeting at. You will have to walk down to the Bricker Marketplace to get to the correct Tracey's. There's more information on this, below, in the "What We'll Do" section.* If you want to come later in the day, drop me a note and I'll help you navigate to us or I'll come find you if that's feasible. **What We'll Do** This will be sort of a soft itinerary, depending on the interests of the group. The following is based on last year's [fair schedule](https://www.ohiostatefair.com/events), and might need to be changed depending on this year's schedule. But the overall fair schedule doesn't normally change that radically year-over-year. * 9:00 a.m. - *Tracey's* Tracey's is located at the northernmost part of the "WNCI Food Highway," just south of Brown Arena and at the northern corner of the Bricker Marketplace. They have a covered area with picnic tables where you can sit. They have one of the most varied food selections at the fair. They serve breakfast in the mornings, including eggs, bacon, and pancakes. We'll meet here and start our day by socializing over coffee and, if you want, breakfast. Last year, the pancakes with bacon was $7. You got two pancakes that I would describe as average-sized, and a couple strips of bacon. They gave me extra syrup for free. Both the pancakes and the bacon were actually pretty good. Their coffee is generally good, too. They also serve their coffee in Styrofoam cups, which I like because good coffee is more important to me than the environment. I've posted pics, below, of last year's Tracey's menu, as well as a picture of the venue itself relative to the main entrance of the Bricker Marketplace (this entrance faces the Celeste Center). * 10:00 a.m. - *Kasich Hall* Here they have the Ohio State Fair history exhibit, which is very cool. This building also hosts the creative exhibits, including quilts, cakes and pastries, and fair posters. Finally, events like girls' baton competitions, girls' cheerleading, youth choir, and youth boxing (my favorite) are held here. * 11:00 a.m. - *Lausche Youth Exploration Space* This building features 4-H exhibits, Boy and Girl Scout exhibits, and various science exhibits, with the latter including exhibits from COSI and the Ohio State Physics Department. You can also buy Girl Scout cookies here! * 12:00 a.m. - *Bricker Marketplace* Bricker Marketplace is the fair's main flea market. It's a huge indoor shopping area with a food court at its center. The [ODOT](https://www.transportation.ohio.gov/) booth is here, and I always like to check and see if they have any maps I want. Because Bricker is air-conditioned, it's a good place to stop for lunch. There are booths here with burgers, pizza, chicken, Asian food, and alcoholic beverages. * 1:00 p.m. - *Cox Fine Arts* There are art displays here -- paintings, drawings, sculptures, and such. I always like going through here, and people usually like the displays here. * 2:00 p.m. - *Natural Resources Park* The Natural Resources Park is next to Kiddieland, and I think it's the best area of the fair. It's certainly a very popular area. The Timber Show is popular, though I confess to finding it slightly overrated. This area also includes youth fishing, a kayak pond, archery range, butterfly house, aviary, and animal exhibits -- and these are all free. You can also get free chap stick and pens in the [Oil & Gas building](https://ohiodnr.gov/discover-and-learn/safety-conservation/about-ODNR/oil-gas/oil-gas). The chap stick is functional, though perhaps a bit mediocre, but the pens are absolutely the best possible pens you can get anywhere, and I'm being completely serious about this. These are seriously my all-time favorite pens, so I encourage you to grab a few. **Other Things Along the Way** Again, the Ohio State Fair is a big place! So here are some of the other things we might check out along the way: * *The* *Cincinnati Circus Company, The Nerveless Nocks, Lady Houdini, or some other "death-defying" act* These typically start at 1:30 and run once every two hours in the afternoon. The show is generally decent and worth catching, whatever it happens to be. These used to run at the south end of the fair by the south gate on 11th Avenue, but a couple years ago they moved them to the south end of the Midway and next to Natural Resources Park. My guess is that this is where they will be again this year. * *Main Street Stage / Gazebo Stage* These stages are at opposite ends of the "WNCI Food Highway." They'll have shows like live music, magic, hypnosis, juggling, and the like. I usually end up seeing most of the shows, almost by accident, during my annual trips to the fair. If there's music at the Gazebo, though, it can be a little loud if the performer is using a big amp. But otherwise the shows are generally entertaining, if not spectacular. If [The Beach Geeks](https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1440916777197254) are playing again this year, we are absolutely dropping everything to check them out. I'll fight people on this. * *The Midway* I'm not a big *riding*-the-rides person, and I doubt we will go through here though unless there's interest. However, I do really enjoy *watching* people ride rides, so I never have a problem taking a stroll down the Midway. I do like doing bumper cars, though, as well as some of the various haunted or fun houses. If you think there's a snowball's chance in hell I'm doing the [Defender](https://talleyamusements.com/attraction/defender/), though, then please put the bong down and slowly back away. * *The Dairy Building* This is where the famous Butter Cow is, and the exhibit is always popular. You can also get fairly overpriced ice cream and milkshakes here. Unless something changes here because of their renovations, there are cheaper places at the fair where you can get dairy desserts, and I can show you where they are. * *Taft Coliseum* An indoor arena where they have rodeo- or cowboy/cowgirl-type shows. Sometimes these shows are very good and entertaining and worth checking out. Note that, while you're out of the sun here and the seating is generally good, the arena is not air-conditioned. If trick riders [Tracie Spitznogle](https://www.tiktok.com/discover/tracie-lee-spitzongle) and [Carlie Hale](https://www.facebook.com/trickriderCarlie/) are here, you are likely to enjoy their show, and it will be free (and well-attended). * *The Petting Zoo* & *Pig Races* These used to be in Kiddieland, but in 2025 they were moved to "The Barnyard," next to the Gazebo Stage and the Celeste Center. I suspect they'll have moved again in 2026, but that they will otherwise be back. They're both free and generally popular, with the Pig Races being *extremely* popular. The woman who does the announcing for the Races always delivers the exact same script year after year, but she has so much charisma you won't care, even if you've seen it many times before. * *Central Park* Sometimes I like to just sit here, people-watch, and listen to the sounds of the fair. There are typically several beer vendors right next to Central Park if you want to relax and nurse a beverage while you do so, and the Dairy Building is also very close by. This area may end up being superseded in desirability by the new "Town Square." The Park does suffer from a paucity of shade, and the Square is supposed to rectify some of this. We will see! * *Live Music* There is likely to be some sort of band performing classic rock from something like 2p-5p either in the Taste of Ohio Pavilion next to the Natural Resources Park, or in the Pavilion's replacement/renovated area near the new Town Square. The show will be free and highly likely to be quite good. You should be able to get drinks and food here, too (wherever the ultimate location is), while you check out the band. * *Zultar - Fortune Teller* I saw this guy for the first time last year. He's one of the fair's "strolling entertainers," meaning he takes his act all over the fair and you never know where he will show up next. He's got a "booth" and he wears a costume and face paint that make him look exactly like one of those fortune-telling-booth mannequins. He is completely hilarious (particularly when dealing with children), and if we see him, we will stop and watch him. Don't make me fight you on this, too, people. * *Ohio History Center* Buying a ticket to enter the Ohio State Fair will automatically get you free admission to the [Ohio History Center](https://www.ohiohistory.org/visit/ohio-history-center/) and [Ohio Village](https://www.ohiohistory.org/visit/ohio-village/), which are located just outside the fairgrounds but otherwise are just next door. They've been doing major renovations of the Village, but these are supposed to be completed by the time the State Fair opens this year. You can walk from the fair to the History Center and the Village, or they have a free shuttle you can take. It's not a short walk, but it's also eminently doable. The History Center is a museum that's really not too terribly big, but is very interesting. And the Village is a living simulation of life in a small 19th-century Ohio town. I suspect most of the people who come out this Meetup would probably enjoy both the Center and the Village. Just keep in mind, though, that if we go, we'll probably be up there for at least a couple hours, which means less time at the fair. However, you won't have to twist my arm to get me to go up, because the whole History complex is actually pretty cool. **Conclusion** Come on out to the Ohio State Fair! 🥳 🎉 😄

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