State fairs are times to celebrate the wonderful (and weird) things about living a in a state. Bake-offs, livestock competitions, concerts, corn dogs and midway rides are the norm, but we've found some less-than-normal state fair traditions. Read on.

Dog & Monkey Show
First on the list is the Banana Derby. Monkeys riding dogs ... comedy gold, right? The Banana Derby and famed jockey Gilligan T. Monkey (left) are popular regulars on the fair circuit.

Your next chance to see this canine-primate adrenaline boost is at the Arizona State Fair in Phoenix.

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