The Dupage County Fair kicks off today with a fully-stocked schedule of countless exhibits, games, competitions and rides – perfect for the whole family.
For those gearing up to spend a day or three in the sun at the fair, here’s what you should know about tickets, parking and more.
When is DuPage County Fair?
The fair takes place from Thursday, July 24, through Sunday, July 27.
The daily hours are as follows:
Where is DuPage County Fair?
The fair is held at the DuPage Event Center and Fairgrounds, located at 2015 Manchester Road in Wheaton. The fairgrounds are located just northeast of Roosevelt and County Farm Road and directly east of the DuPage County Complex.
DuPage County Fair admission
Admission to the fair is free for children under six and active military personnel (with ID). It’s $12 for adults 13 and older, $8 for seniors 62 and older and $8 for children 6-12.
A Mega Pass is $35 and includes admission and unlimited rides for any one day of the fair.
Tickets can be bought online or at cashless kiosks at the gate.
DuPage County Fair parking
Parking is free at the fairgrounds.
You can enter the grounds through the main entrance on County Farm Road and head east to the parking lots and fairgrounds entrances.
There will be a free shuttle bus service from all parking lots to the Main Gates.
DuPage County Fair events schedule
The schedule for the daily events at the fair can be found on the Fairgrounds website.
This article originally appeared on Journal Star: The DuPage County Fair kicks off today. What to know about admission, parking, hours and more
Reporting by Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY NETWORK / Journal Star
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