WASHINGTON, Pa. — It may be a highlight of every summer in Western Pennsylvania, but this year’s Washington County Agricultural Fair is marking a special milestone.

This year the fair will be bringing something extra special as it celebrates its 225th anniversary, making it the longest running fair in the state according to its website, washingtonfair.org. Expect to see parades, concerts, a memorial plaza dedicated to the history of the fair and other activities, in addition to the traditional fair entertainment, food and fun.

The focus of the anniversary will be agriculture, which is always at the core of the Washington County Agricultural Fair. With over 2,600 exhibits in 10 barns and five exhibit halls, the fair brings together the community and truly showcases what the region has to offer.

Scheduled for Aug. 12-19, the fair is designed to create a week of family fun.