Illinois State Fair

🎟️ The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens Monday, June 1!

Stop by the Grandstand or call in Monday–Friday from 8am–5pm to grab your 2026 Illinois State Fair entertainment tickets.

PLUS — anyone who purchases tickets through the Box Office on opening day (in person or over the phone) will be entered for a chance to win FREE admission and parking to the Fair. 66 winners will be selected, and you could be one!

🔥 And don’t miss your chance at one of 100 exclusive Ella Langley tickets available ONLY through the Box Office while supplies last! (Limit two tickets per person.)

We’re honored to announce that our “Miles of Smiles” theme announcement video, in partnership with University of Illinois Springfield, has earned a Silver Telly Award in the Promotional Video - Events & Experiences category.

We’re so proud to see the creativity and collaboration behind this project being recognized. The partnership between the Illinois State Fair and UIS has been incredibly rewarding, and this video was a unique way to celebrate both the spirit of the Fair and the legacy of Route 66.

To continue the celebration, we hope you plan to stop by the Miles of Smiles Car Show - happening every day of the 2026 Fair!

📺 Watch the video here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1H7RYRQ1m4/

We already know you have the cutiest baby but now is your chance at braggin' rights!

All entries must be turned into the Special Events Office by close of business on July 22, 2026. Visit StateFair.Illinois.gov to learn more.

There’s something for EVERY kind of fair fan at the 2026 Illinois State Fair Arena 💥

🚜 Truck & Tractor Pulls
🛞 Monster Trucks
💥 Demolition Derby

Whether you love horsepower, high-energy competition, or family-friendly fun, the Arena is the place to be.

🎟 Tickets are on sale now—don’t wait!
🔗 statefair.illinois.gov/entertainment/arena.html

Rumours – The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute Show is coming to the Illinois State Fair, and you can see them FOR FREE.

The acclaimed tribute act performs across North America recreating the legendary Fleetwood Mac experience from 1975–1987 — complete with period-accurate costumes, equipment, characterizations, and the unforgettable music that defined a generation. Relive the rock and roll magic with Rumours as they bring the energy, sound, and spirit of Fleetwood Mac to the Grand Central Stage as part of our Free Concert Series!

📅 Thursday, August 20
⏰ 7:30 PM
📍 Grand Central Stage
🎟 FREE with fair admission