SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - The 25th Illinois State Fair kicks off at the state capitol tomorrow and runs through Aug. 17.

Fairgrounds will open from 7 a.m. to midnight for the duration of the festivities with a wide variety of performers, games and food vendors.

What we know:

The Illinois State Fair is coming up next week with carnival rides, live performances, and food from around the state. The fair also provides campgrounds along with competitions like a pickleball showdown.

While there are plenty of free shows to watch with the purchase of a general admission ticket, some of the main acts will require an additional grandstand ticket to attend.

Illinois State Fair grandstand lineup 2025

Grandstand Acts and Times:

Friday at 8 p.m. - Jake Owen

Saturday at 8 p.m. - The Black Crowes

Sun

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