Lake County Fair 2026
Jul 29 - Aug 2, 2026 Grayslake, ILAbout
Founded in 1928, Lake County Fair is a 5-day fair scheduled to be held from July 29, 2026 (Wednesday) to August 2, 2026 (Sunday) at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake, Illinois and organized by Lake County Fair Association. The fair will host over 100,000 visitors around the region. It offers agricultural and educational 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 is the 97th edition of the event.
Venue
Lake County Fairgrounds
1060 E Peterson Rd Grayslake, ILAdditional Info
Gate Admission
Adult (13+): $15.00Children (6-12): $5.00Children Under 6: FreeSeniors (65+): $5.00
Hours
Wednesday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 10:00 pmFriday - Saturday: 10:00 am - MidnightSunday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Carnival Ride Hours
Wednesday: 1:00 pm - CloseThursday - Sunday: Noon - Close
Parking
Free
Fair by the Numbers
Established: 1928 Edition: 97th Attendance: 100,000 Days Left: 57 Anniversary: 98th
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