Harness Racing

The Illinois racetrack, known as one of the fastest dirt tracks in the world, hosts a large venue of great horse racing at this year's fair. Free admission and Pari-Mutuel Wagering lets the avid horse fan enjoy and watch not only some of the fi​nest horses in the state of Illinois, but also gives horse racing enthusiasts the chance to wager on one’s favorite! Come out to the track and you might be lucky enough to see an Illinois record or even a world record race time fall!

2027 ILLINOIS STATE FAIR 
HARNESS RACING SCHEDULE - COMING SOON!

ENTRIES MUST BE MADE BY 10:00 A.M. 72 HOURS BEFORE RACE
Enter online through U.S.T.A. at ustrotting.com

State Fair Racing Office: 217/782-2239

Illinois Department of Agriculture
Horse Racing Programs
State Fairgrounds, P.O. Box 19281
Springfield, IL 62794-9281
Office - 217/782-4231 Fax - 217/524-6194