SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- Gov. JB Pritzker announced the 2025 Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair saw a combined attendance of more than 1 million people.

“Illinois state fairs are a part of a time-honored tradition for generations of families," Pritzker said. "This year’s attendance figures are proof of the enduring value of state fairs as over 1 million attendees from across Illinois and throughout the nation joined in celebration of our state's proud agricultural heritage.”

The Illinois State Fair in Springfield welcomed 723,079 attendees, marking its second-largest turnout ever. Meanwhile, the Du Quoin State Fair set a new record with 282,202 visitors, surpassing last year's record of 204,004.

“Illinois is fortunate to have state fairs that bring people together, creating

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