General Information

The 2024 Illinois State Fair runs from August 8th through August 18th. The Fairgrounds are open from 7 a.m. to Midnight for the duration of the Fair. The Fair Administration Office is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the fair.

*Prices Subject to Change

Daily Admission Rates: *

Children (0-12) FREE

Adults (13-59) $10 (Fridays & Saturdays)

Adults (13-59) $5 (Note discount days below)

Seniors (60+) $3

Parking Rates: *

Daily $5

Seasonal $40 (Gate 6, Lot 18 infield)

FREE & Discount Admission Days:

Sunday, August 11 (Veterans & immediate families free with proper ID)

Monday, August 12 (Seniors & Scouts (with proper ID or uniform) FREE)

Tuesday, August 13 ($2 Admission for seniors and adults)

Friday, August 16 (First Responders and Healthcare Workers with proper ID)

Discount Admission Booklets:

Admission booklet $45.00 (eleven (11) any day 2024 adult admissions)

Senior Admission booklet $30.00 (ten (10) any day 2024 senior admissions)

Fairgoer Services

This is a listing of services offered such as Bus and Taxi, Lost and Found, Administrative Offices, Accessibility, Restrooms, etc.

Maps and Directions

This is the place to find Maps and get directions on the Fairgrounds.

Camping

The Illinois State Fairgrounds Campground is open. Reservations are not required nor accepted. Additional information regarding our campground can be found on our non-fair space rental website.

Webcams

This is a listing of live video cameras throughout the fairgrounds. You can select one of these and virtually be at the Illinois State Fair.

Gallery

A few photos of events and highlights of the fair.

Daily Schedule

This page provides a complete schedule for the State Fair.

Sensory Friendly Fair

Globally, one in seven individuals live with a disability and many more live with an invisible disability. Those with autism, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PDSD) and other sensory-processing disorders often experience sensory overload, limiting their ability to comfortably participate in crowded social gatherings. In 2023, the Illinois State Fair announced two new initiatives aimed at increasing accessibility and inclusivity for those who suffer from sensory processing disorders.

Plan Your Trip

Download this brochure of events, maps, schedules and more so you can plan your visit.

Employment/Volunteerism

The Illinois State Fair has several opportunities for qualified individuals.