Illinois State Fair
The Illinois State Fair is looking for groups or individuals to show case their talents on our stages. Applications must be returned by Friday, February 28, 2025.
General Information - General Info - Illinois
The 2023 Illinois State Fair runs from August 10th through August 20th. The Fairgrounds are open from 7 a.m. to Midnight for the duration of the Fair. The Fair Administration Office is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the fair.
Daily Schedule - Daily Schedule - Illinois
Additional Fair Info. Non-Fair/Year Round Events; Hotel/Motel Info; Maps & Directions; Volunteer/Employment; Schedule of County Fairs; Illinois State Fair Staff
Grandstand - Illinois
Illinois State Fair Grandstand Admission is NOT included in price of a Grandstand Ticket. Children 3 and older are required to have a ticket to attend any Grandstand concert.
Entertainment - Entertainment - Illinois
Find the time and location of the various grounds entertainment around the fairgrounds. Harness Racing The Illinois racetrack, known as one of the fastest dirt tracks in the world, hosts a large venue of great horse racing at this year's fair.
Maps & Directions - General Info - Illinois
The fairgrounds is located 2 miles from Interstate I-55′s Sangamon Ave exit (exit 100 B).
Rides and Attractions - Rides and Attractions - Illinois
Purchase a MegaPass and enjoy unlimited rides during the State Fair - Good for all ten days!
Illinois State Fair - Competitive Events
Special contests at the Illinois State Fair provide an opportunity for fairgoers and groups to participate and win prizes. Marching bands, float builders, baton twirlers, runners, fiddle & banjo players as well as diaper decorations and derbies all have the opportunity to show off their talents.
2024 Illinois State Fairgrounds Camping - General Info
Welcome to the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Our 366-acre campus is home to hundreds of events year-round. Our campground is open to the public from April - October 31st. To inquire about campground vacancies and availability, please contact our Non-Fair events office.
History of the Fair - Media - Illinois
The roots of the Illinois State Fair are embedded in its grounds, where the Fair now resides. The Fair continues its longstanding commitment to excellence and the focus to showcase Illinois' agricultural history, educational values and art.