COLUMBUS, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—The Ohio State Fair has revealed its first major concert act for 2026, announcing that legendary comedy musician “Weird Al” Yankovic will perform at the WCOL Celeste Center on Wednesday, August 5.
Yankovic is bringing his Bigger & Weirder 2026 Tour, a super-sized comedy-rock spectacle that is scheduled to visit 90 cities across North America. The performance will feature a giant video wall, multiple costume changes, and an eight-piece ensemble, playing his celebrated hits and deep-cut fan favorites.
Joining Yankovic is special guest Puddles Pity Party, the seven-foot sad clown known for his golden voice and sold-out shows around the globe.
“Weird Al” Yankovic is recognized as the biggest-selling comedy recording artist in history. He is famous for his musical parodies of major artists like Madonna, Michael Jackson, and Taylor Swift. His biggest hits include the platinum-selling “White & Nerdy,” “Amish Paradise,” “Eat It,” and “Smells Like Nirvana.” His last album, Mandatory Fun, holds the unique distinction of being the only comedy album to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 chart.
The concert is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tickets are priced at $62 and $52 and are slated to go on sale in February 2026.
Concert tickets purchased in advance include admission to the Ohio State Fair for the day of the show, which runs from July 29 to August 9, 2026, at the Ohio Expo Center.
Additional concert announcements for the 2026 fair will be released this winter. More information on purchasing tickets will be made available at ohiostatefair.com.