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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
  • 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
  • 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. 

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