Camping on the Illinois State Fairgrounds

Welcome to the Illinois State Fairgrounds.  Our 366-acre campus is home to hundreds of events year-round.  Our campground is open to the public from April - October 31st.   

To inquire about campground vacancies and availability, please contact our Non-Fair events office.  You can find helpful information about rates and faciltities by visiting our non-fair space rental website.

Information regarding camping during the 2026 Illinois State Fair is not  available at this time.  

Camping rates and reservation NOT DURING the fair.

About the Campground:  We offer campsites  that can accomodate motor homes, RV's, fifth-wheels and tents.  Sites come with electric, water and limited spaces offer sewer hook-ups. Shower facilities and permanent restrooms are available. 

Features:
-Electric and Water Utilities
-Limited Sewer Hook-ups
-Restrooms
-Shower House
-Nearby Parking

Security monitors the Illinois State Fairgrounds 24-hours a day and a campground host is centrally located in the campground to assist with assigning spots, parking and general information on the fairgrounds and surrounding Springfield area. 

State Fair Camping Fees (August 1 - August 31) are $25 per night for tent camping (sites do not include electricity or water) and $50 per night for all other types of camping.

Vendors/Concessionaires intending to camp at the Illinois State Fair must submit a camping application for the campground; camping is prohibited in supply lots.