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2024 MEGA Pass - Now until Dec. 31, 2023 - $70
- Good for UNLIMITED RIDES during Fair
- Good for ALL eleven days of the fair
- Good for the Main Carnival Midway and Adventure Village only (does NOT include Sky Glide or Giant Slide)
- Does NOT include gate admission to the Fair
Order online - quick, convenient and available 24/7
Certificates will be e-mailed after processed.- Buy in person: Emmerson Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds
- Order by Mail Certificates will be e-mailed after processed.
- Order by phone: 217-782-6661
- Online purchased Admission Books & Parking can be picked up at the Emmerson Building before August 8th. They will not be mailed.
2024 JUMBO Pass - Now until Dec. 31, 2023 - $80
- Good for UNLIMITED RIDES during Fair
- Good for ALL eleven days of the fair
- Valid in Carnival Midway, Adventure Village and INCLUDES the GIANT SLIDE
(does NOT include Sky Glide) - Does NOT include admission to the Fair
Order online - quick, convenient and available 24/7
Certificates will be e-mailed after processed.- Buy in person: Emmerson Building, Illinois State Fairgrounds
- Order by Mail Certificates will be e-mailed after processed.
- Order by phone: 217-782-6661
- Online purchased Admission Books & Parking can be picked up at the Emmerson Building before August 8th. They will not be mailed.
MEGA / JUMBO Pass Prices:
| Type |
Price | On Sale Dates |
| 2024 Holiday Mega Pass |
$70 | Nov 15, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023 |
| 2024 Holiday Jumbo Pass (includes Giant Slide) |
$80 | Nov 15, 2023 – Dec 31, 2023 |
| 2024 Spring Mega Pass |
$80 | Jan 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024 |
| 2024 Spring Jumbo Pass (includes Giant Slide) |
$90 | Jan 1, 2024 – July 31, 2024 |
| 2024 Mega Pass |
$100 | Aug 1, 2024 – Aug 18, 2024 |
| 2024 Jumbo Pass (includes Giant Slide) |
$110 | Aug 1, 2024 – Aug 18, 2024 |
| 2024 Admission Book |
$45 | Nov 15, 2023 – Aug 18, 2024 |
| 2024 Senior Admission Book |
$30 | Nov 15, 2023 – Aug 18, 2024 |
| 2024 Seasonal Infield Parking |
$40 | Nov 15, 2023 – Aug 18, 2024 |
Carnival Bargain Bracelets
The carnival offers bargain bracelets for one-day unlimited rides (excluding Giant Slide and SkyGlide). The Bargain Bracelet is $35.00 and good for the day of purchase only. Bargain bracelets will be available for purchase at the Carnival and Adventure Village ticket booths when you arrive to enjoy the fair (see available times below). They are NOT available in the Mega Pass Office of the Emmerson Building.
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 3 years old to slide with an adult
- Tickets are $4/person per slide
- Giant Slide included in Jumbo Pass
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