Illinois State Fair
About this event
The Illinois State Fair is an agricultural fair in Springfield, Illinois, at Illinois State Fairgrounds. The 2026 event takes place Aug 13–23, 2026. It holds a 4.6-star rating from 294 Google reviews. One of the country's oldest state fairs, drawing more than 1.5 million visitors to Springfield each August for eleven days of livestock shows, carnival rides, grandstand concerts, and agricultural competitions on 360 acres of fairgrounds.
Annual, eleven days in mid-August
Location & directions
Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62794
(217) 782-2172
Frequently asked questions
When is Illinois State Fair 2026?
Illinois State Fair takes place Aug 13–23, 2026 in Springfield, Illinois. Annual, eleven days in mid-August
Where is Illinois State Fair held?
Illinois State Fair is held in Springfield, Illinois, at Illinois State Fairgrounds, 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62794.
What is Illinois State Fair?
One of the country's oldest state fairs, drawing more than 1.5 million visitors to Springfield each August for eleven days of livestock shows, carnival rides, grandstand concerts, and agricultural competitions on 360 acres of fairgrounds.
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