Illinois State Fair

Illinois State Fair The 2026 Illinois State Fair is August 13 - 23 in Springfield, IL. LIVESTOCK – CONCERTS – CARNIVAL – FOOD – RACING – FUN

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05/30/2026

Buy Now, Save Time!

We order dinner on our phones. We check in for flights before we leave home. We download tickets for concerts and games.

Now, the Illinois State Fair is just as easy! Buy your admission tickets online before you go and when you arrive, just scan and head right in. No hassle. No hidden fees. And, if you prefer, you can still pay with cash or card at the gate. Fast. Simple. Ready for fun.

Get your tickets today at statefair.illinois.gov. We’ll see you at the Fair!

🎟️ The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens Monday, June 1!Stop by the Grandstand or call in Monday–Friday from 8am–5pm ...
05/29/2026

🎟️ The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens Monday, June 1!

Stop by the Grandstand or call in Monday–Friday from 8am–5pm to grab your 2026 Illinois State Fair entertainment tickets.

PLUS — anyone who purchases tickets through the Box Office on opening day (in person or over the phone) will be entered for a chance to win FREE admission and parking to the Fair. 66 winners will be selected, and you could be one!

🔥 And don’t miss your chance at one of 100 exclusive Ella Langley tickets available ONLY through the Box Office while supplies last! (Limit two tickets per person.)

We’re honored to announce that our “Miles of Smiles” theme announcement video, in partnership with University of Illinoi...
05/28/2026

We’re honored to announce that our “Miles of Smiles” theme announcement video, in partnership with University of Illinois Springfield, has earned a Silver Telly Award in the Promotional Video - Events & Experiences category.

We’re so proud to see the creativity and collaboration behind this project being recognized. The partnership between the Illinois State Fair and UIS has been incredibly rewarding, and this video was a unique way to celebrate both the spirit of the Fair and the legacy of Route 66.

To continue the celebration, we hope you plan to stop by the Miles of Smiles Car Show - happening every day of the 2026 Fair!

📺 Watch the video here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1H7RYRQ1m4/

We already know you have the cutiest baby but now is your chance at braggin' rights! All entries must be turned into the...
05/27/2026

We already know you have the cutiest baby but now is your chance at braggin' rights!

All entries must be turned into the Special Events Office by close of business on July 22, 2026. Visit StateFair.Illinois.gov to learn more.

Get ready to rock around the clock at the Illinois State Fair! 🎹🎶🔥Shake Baby Shake featuring Lance Lipinsky and The Love...
05/26/2026

Get ready to rock around the clock at the Illinois State Fair! 🎹🎶🔥

Shake Baby Shake featuring Lance Lipinsky and The Lovettes is bringing the ultimate retro rock & roll party to the Grand Central Stage as part of the Free Concert Series.

With high-energy performances, vintage style, boogie-woogie rhythms, and the timeless sounds of the 1950s and ‘60s, this explosive show recreates the magic of the era that changed music forever. From soaring harmonies to piano-pounding hits, Shake Baby Shake delivers a night of nonstop nostalgia and dance-floor energy that will have you feeling like you stepped straight into a 1958 jukebox.

📅 Monday, August 17
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Grand Central Stage
🎟 FREE with fair admission

There’s something for EVERY kind of fair fan at the 2026 Illinois State Fair Arena 💥🚜 Truck & Tractor Pulls🛞 Monster Tru...
05/22/2026

There’s something for EVERY kind of fair fan at the 2026 Illinois State Fair Arena 💥

🚜 Truck & Tractor Pulls
🛞 Monster Trucks
💥 Demolition Derby

Whether you love horsepower, high-energy competition, or family-friendly fun, the Arena is the place to be.

🎟 Tickets are on sale now—don’t wait!
🔗 statefair.illinois.gov/entertainment/arena.html

🚨 Attention Teams - the Cheer & Dance Showcase is happening Sunday, August 23 at 2pm in the Orr Building - and we want t...
05/20/2026

🚨 Attention Teams - the Cheer & Dance Showcase is happening Sunday, August 23 at 2pm in the Orr Building - and we want to see you there!

Pre-registration for this event is required as number of contestants is limited - entries are now being accepted. The deadline to enter is close of business July 15, 2026. Visit StateFair.Illinois.gov to learn more.

Rumours – The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show is coming to the Illinois State Fair, and you can see them FOR FREE.Th...
05/19/2026

Rumours – The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show is coming to the Illinois State Fair, and you can see them FOR FREE.

The acclaimed tribute act performs across North America recreating the legendary Fleetwood Mac experience from 1975–1987 — complete with period-accurate costumes, equipment, characterizations, and the unforgettable music that defined a generation. Relive the rock and roll magic with Rumours as they bring the energy, sound, and spirit of Fleetwood Mac to the Grand Central Stage as part of our Free Concert Series!

📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Grand Central Stage
🎟 FREE with fair admission

Reggae royalty is coming to Springfield 🌴☀️9x GRAMMY Award winner Ziggy Marley is bringing the vibes to the Illinois Sta...
05/19/2026

Reggae royalty is coming to Springfield 🌴☀️

9x GRAMMY Award winner Ziggy Marley is bringing the vibes to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Tuesday, August 18! 🎶

🎫 Tickets go on sale on Ticketmaster at 10am Saturday, May 23.

Good vibes only at the Grandstand concert we’re announcing tomorrow. Any guesses?
05/18/2026

Good vibes only at the Grandstand concert we’re announcing tomorrow. Any guesses?

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Springfield, IL
62702

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Tuesday 7am - 12am
Wednesday 7am - 12am
Thursday 7am - 12am
Friday 7am - 12am
Saturday 7am - 12am
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