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VISIT ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIRhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30352VISIT ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO AT THE DU QUOIN STATE FAIR8/27/2024 5:21:34 PMDU QUOIN, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair celebrates Illinois agriculture – the state’s number one industry – and there’s no better way to experience it than with a visit to the 2024 Illinois Product Expo.
DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES FREE ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS IN BEER TENThttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30336DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES FREE ENTERTAINMENT OPTIONS IN BEER TENT8/22/2024 3:29:54 PMDu Quoin, IL – In addition to a diverse Grandstand lineup featuring country, rock and rap artists, the Du Quoin State Fair announces the entertainment scheduled for the RollnUp beer tent stages at the 2024 fair, which begins tomorrow.
DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES 2024 THEME DAYShttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30333DU QUOIN STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES 2024 THEME DAYS8/21/2024 5:41:33 PMDu Quoin, IL – The Du Quoin State Fair announces theme days for 2024.
JONAS BROTHERS CONCERT STARTING EARLIER TONIGHT AT THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIRhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30321JONAS BROTHERS CONCERT STARTING EARLIER TONIGHT AT THE ILLINOIS STATE FAIR8/15/2024 4:40:43 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – Due to Thursday evening’s weather forecast, the start time for the Jonas Brothers concert has been moved up to 7 p.m. Gates will open at 6 p.m. The sold-out pre-show party will begin at 4:30 p.m.
LIL WAYNE CONCERT BREAKS ILLINOIS STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND ATTENDANCE RECORDS https://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30327LIL WAYNE CONCERT BREAKS ILLINOIS STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND ATTENDANCE RECORDS 8/15/2024 9:09:30 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – Lil Wayne brought big numbers to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand Wednesday night.
GOVERNOR'S SALE OF CHAMPIONS INVESTS IN FUTURE AGRICULTURAL LEADERShttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30317GOVERNOR'S SALE OF CHAMPIONS INVESTS IN FUTURE AGRICULTURAL LEADERS8/15/2024 12:31:34 AMSPRINGFIELD, IL – The annual Governor's Sale of Champions at the Illinois State Fair auctions off the best livestock as judged by competitions throughout the fair. Grand Champion is the highest distinction youth exhibiting livestock in Illinois can earn, and tonight, 10 exhibitors took home that title.
Free Entertainment at the Illinois State Fairhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30298Free Entertainment at the Illinois State Fair8/9/2024 5:14:12 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair offers a variety of free entertainment, allowing families to have fun together without breaking the bank.
Illinois State Fair Offers ‘Know Before You Go' Tipshttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30297Illinois State Fair Offers ‘Know Before You Go' Tips8/8/2024 2:55:12 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – Before you head out to enjoy the Illinois State Fair, take a moment to review some tips for the best experience.
2024 Illinois State Fair Butter Cow Unveiledhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=302992024 Illinois State Fair Butter Cow Unveiled8/8/2024 2:58:06 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – Governor JB Pritzker and Illinois State Fair officials unveiled the Butter Cow today in the Dairy Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Inspired by “It’s Showtime!” the 2024 fair theme, sculptor Sarah Pratt’s creation captures the magic of the fair through the eyes of a child.
Illinois Increases Investments in Climate Smart Agriculture Practiceshttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30302Illinois Increases Investments in Climate Smart Agriculture Practices8/8/2024 3:08:08 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) in partnership with Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) announced an $111 million investment in the ag sector through a U.S. EPA (USEPA) Climate Pollution Reduction Grant.
Illinois State Fair Announces 2024 Theme Dayshttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30291Illinois State Fair Announces 2024 Theme Days8/8/2024 3:01:50 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is excited to announce theme and discount days for 2024. County Fairs and Horse Racing Day will start it all off on Thursday, August 8 with gates opening at 7 am.
Du Quoin State Fair Announces Twilight Parade Grand Marshals and Themehttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30279Du Quoin State Fair Announces Twilight Parade Grand Marshals and Theme8/2/2024 5:20:01 PMDU QUOIN, IL –– The Du Quoin State Fair, along with Governor JB Pritzker, announced that Illinois 4-H will serve as Grand Marshals for the annual Twilight Parade.
FOOD SPECIALS, SMALL PLATES, BIG TASTES AND FEEDING FRENZY RETURN FOR 2024https://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30272FOOD SPECIALS, SMALL PLATES, BIG TASTES AND FEEDING FRENZY RETURN FOR 20248/1/2024 2:45:30 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – When you think of the Illinois State Fair, you probably think of food. From sweet to savory, tasty options are available around every corner. But you may not have the appetite – or the budget – to eat everything.
MULTI-PLATINUM COUNTRY STAR CHRIS LANE HEADLINES DU QUOIN STATE FAIR GRANDSTANDhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30266MULTI-PLATINUM COUNTRY STAR CHRIS LANE HEADLINES DU QUOIN STATE FAIR GRANDSTAND7/30/2024 1:00:46 PMDU QUOIN, IL – No need to “Find Another Bar,” MULTI-PLATINUM Country star Chris Lane is coming to the Du Quoin State Fair on Saturday, August 31.
ILLINOIS 4-H TO LEAD 2024 TWILIGHT PARADEhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30262ILLINOIS 4-H TO LEAD 2024 TWILIGHT PARADE7/29/2024 7:30:45 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – In celebration of youth in agriculture and the growth and diversity that continues to expand access to the state’s number one industry, the Illinois State Fair, along with Governor JB Pritzker, announced that Illinois 4-H will serve as Grand Marshals for the annual Twilight Parade.
Illinois State Fair Box Office Offers Extended Hourshttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30233Illinois State Fair Box Office Offers Extended Hours7/23/2024 3:52:57 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL –With longer hours and discounted prices, the Illinois State Fair is offering two more chances to save money on state fair fun.
Harness Racing Kicks off 2024 Grandstand Actionhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30224Harness Racing Kicks off 2024 Grandstand Action7/18/2024 1:23:17 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will host harness racing to kick off County Fairs and Horse Racing Day on Thursday, August 8.
Deadline Extended for Illinois State Fair Online Livestock Exhibitor Registrationhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30219Deadline Extended for Illinois State Fair Online Livestock Exhibitor Registration7/16/2024 5:13:13 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – Due to the extreme weather experienced throughout the State of Illinois, the Illinois Department of Agriculture is extending the Junior Livestock Entry Deadline to Thursday, July 18 at 5 p.m.
ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES TRAM SERVICEhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30202ILLINOIS STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES TRAM SERVICE7/9/2024 4:47:38 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – The most requested ride at the Illinois State Fair is returning in 2024. The Illinois State Fair is bringing trams back to the State Fairgrounds.
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ANNOUNCES EXHIBITION REQUIREMENT CHANGES FOR DAIRY CATTLEhttps://www2.illinois.gov/Pages/news-item.aspx?ReleaseID=30198ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE ANNOUNCES EXHIBITION REQUIREMENT CHANGES FOR DAIRY CATTLE7/8/2024 9:16:23 PMSPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois Department of Agriculture (IDOA) announced an intrastate testing requirement for lactating dairy cattle participating in livestock exhibitions in Illinois to minimize the spread of H5N1 (highly pathogenic avian influenza).