Illinois State Fair 2025
Aug 7-17, 2025 Springfield, ILAbout
Started in 1853, Illinois State Fair is a 11-day fair, set to be held on Aug 7-17, 2025 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds which is located in Springfield, IL and organized by Illinois State Fair Board. The fair attracts over 500,000 visitors around the region. It features educational and agricultural events, various competitions and contests, and fun for the whole family. People of all ages will enjoy some good clean entertainment, eat first-rate food prepared by local cooks, and view some great exhibits. This year, the fair will celebrate its 171st anniversary.
Venue & Organizer
Illinois State Fairgrounds
801 E Sangamon Ave Springfield, ILAdditional Info
Children (0-12): FreeAdults (13-59): $10 (Fridays & Saturdays)Adults (13-59): $5Seniors (60+): $3
7 am - 12 am
Opening Day: Noon - 11 pmFridays: Noon - 11:30 pmSaturdays: 11:00 am - 11:30 pmSunday (First): Noon - 11:00 pmMonday - Thursday: Noon - 11 pmSunday (Last): Noon - 10:00 pm
Daily: $5Seasonal: $40
Event Features
4-H/FFA: Agricultural Exhibits, Beef Show, Calf Show, Cattle Show, Cow Show, Dairy Show, Floral Exhibits, Goat Show, Heifer Show, Horticultural Exhibits, Lamb Show, Livestock Exhibits, Petting Zoo, Poultry Show, Rabbit Show, Sheep Show, Steer Show, Swine Show, Western Horse Show, and more.Competitions & Contests: Draft Horse Pull, Fair Queen, Lego Building Competition, Livestock Judging Contest, Mullet Contest, Photo Contest, Static Exhibit Judging, Talent Show, Various Competitions, and more.
Entertainment: Balloon Twisting, BMX Stunt Show, Car Races, Carnival Rides, Children's Activities, Circus Show, Concert(s), Dance, Demolition Derby, Dive Show, Harness Racing, Live Music, Magic/Illusion Show, Monster Truck Show, Rodeo, Tractor Pull, Truck Pull, and more.
Miscellaneous: Balloon Artist, Commercial Vendors, Culinary Arts, Dog Show, Draft Horse Show, Face Painting, Fair Food, Horse Show, Kidz Zone, Pony Show, and more.
