Monroe County Fair 2026
Jul 19-26, 2026 Waterloo, ILAbout
Started in 1948, Monroe County Fair is a 8-day fair set to be held on Jul 19-26, 2026 at the Monroe County Fairgrounds which is located in Waterloo, Illinois and organized by Monroe County Fair Association. The fair attracts over 200,000 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 is the 79th edition of the event.
Venue
Monroe County Fairgrounds
4177 State Route 156 Waterloo, ILAdditional Info
Gate Admission
Sundays & Thursday: FreeMonday - Tuesday: $10 (After 3 pm)Wednesday: $15 (After 3 pm)Friday - Saturday: $20 (After 3 pm)
Parking
Free
Fair by the Numbers
Established: 1948 Edition: 79th Attendance: 200,000 Days Left: 32 Anniversary: 78th
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