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Find out who the winners are in any one of hundreds of competitions going on during the fair. From grand champion livestock to husband caller, winners are posted almost immediately after the judging.

Show off your building skills on Sunday August 18th in the Exposition Building.

Get ready to witness the most epic competition of the year!  The 2024 Illinois State Fair Mullet Competition is all about celebrating the boldest and most daring hairdos.  

Have you ever watched a parade and thought it would be fun to be in the parade? This is your chance to participate in the Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade. We are looking for both commercial and non-commercial groups to enter their floats or specialty units as well as high school bands.