Mega & Jumbo Pass/Carnival Info - Rides and Attractions
2026 MEGA Pass
- 2026 Mega Passes are not available for sale at this time. Please check back at a later date.
- Mega Pass Benefits
- Good for UNLIMITED RIDES during Fair
- Good for ALL eleven days of the fair
- Good for the Main Carnival Midway and Adventure Village
- Does NOT include Sky Glide or Giant Slide
- Does NOT include gate admission to the Fair
- Good for UNLIMITED RIDES during Fair
- Admission Books & Parking Passes purchased online can be picked up at the Emmerson Building *before* August 13th. They will not be mailed.
2026 JUMBO Pass
- 2026 Jumbo Passes are not available for sale at this time. Please check back at a later date.
- Jumbo Pass Benefits
- Good for UNLIMITED RIDES during Fair
- Good for ALL eleven days of the fair
- Good for the Main Carnival Midway and Adventure Village
- Includes the Giant Slide (must be 6 years old to ride alone).
- Does NOT include Sky Glide
- Does NOT include gate admission to the Fair
- Good for UNLIMITED RIDES during Fair
- Admission Books & Parking Passes purchased online can be picked up at the Emmerson Building *before* August 13th. They will not be mailed.
Giant Slide
Just inside the Main Gate you will find the iconic Giant Slide. Emblazoned with the historic Route 66 logo, this fair-favorite ride is one of the most recognizable features of the Illinois State Fairgrounds, loved by kids and adults alike.
- Must be 6 years old and 3 feet tall to slide by yourself
- Must be 2 years old to slide with an adult
- Tickets are $4/person per slide
- Giant Slide included in Jumbo Pass
- NOTE: Parents riding with a child that has a Jumbo Pass must purchase thier own ticket.