Illinois State Fair
Thu, Aug 07 – Sun, Aug 17, 2025 7:00am - 11:59pm
801 East Sangamon Avenue, Springfield, IL 62702
The Illinois State Fair has been celebrated nearly every year since 1953 as a showcase for Illinois agriculture. Come join the fun August 10th-20th.
Enjoy 10 days of thrills and excitement at this family-friendly fair featuring world renowned concert artists, food, carnival rides, livestock shows, agricultural exhibits, contests, educational displays, harness racing, auto racing and much more.
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Illinois State Fairgrounds
Springfield
Home to one of the country's oldest and most vibrant State Fairs, the Illinois State Fairgrounds expansively accommodates events that run the gamut from agricultural shows…
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Carpenter Street Hotel - Springfield
Springfield
The Carpenter Street Hotel is a beautiful, boutique-style hotel in downtown Springfield.
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Ramada Springfield North
Springfield
Conveniently located just off I-55 at exit 100B
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500 S 6th Street • May 07 – Sep 17 @ 6PM
Moonlight Market takes place the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, May through September on Jackson Street between 6th and 7th.
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