Summer’s here, and it’s time for Illinois residents to enjoy the sunshine.
Whether you’re looking for some family-friendly carnival games or mouth-watering food stands, the next three months are packed with more than 100 county fairs spread across the state.
For those looking for nearby entertainment, here’s a day-by-day county fair schedule provided by the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
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2026 Illinois county fair schedule
This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Summer’s here. Check out the 2026 schedule for Illinois county fairs
Reporting by Hannah Hudnall, Peoria Journal Star / Journal Star
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