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Thank you for making the 2024 Illinois State Fair one of our best fairs ever. We look forward to seeing you again. August 7 - 17, 2025.
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.
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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.
The fairgrounds is located 2 miles from Interstate I-55′s Sangamon Ave exit (exit 100 B).
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.
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Each year, the Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade marches proudly announcing the ten day annual showcase of Illinois Agriculture and unique entertainment. This year's parade begins on August 8th at 5:30 p.m.
The Junior and Open Livestock Shows are a highlight of the Illinois State Fair and provide a showcase for some of the best livestock in the country. Livestock competitions include beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, dairy goats, pygmy goats, sheep, swine, poultry and rabbits.
Purchase a MegaPass and enjoy unlimited rides during the State Fair - Good for all ten days!