2026 Illinois State Fair scheduled to open in Springfield on Aug. 13
The 2026 Illinois State Fair is scheduled for Aug. 13-23 in Springfield, with Bailey Zimmerman and Shinedown among the announced Illinois Lottery Grandstand performers.
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Springfield District 186 keeps 2026-27 school start after Illinois State Fair
Springfield Public Schools District 186 has approved an Aug. 24, 2026, start for the 2026-27 school year, keeping the opening of classes after the Illinois State Fair.
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Illinois State Fair to open Aug. 13 in Springfield with parade, digital ticketing and Route 66 theme
The 2026 Illinois State Fair is scheduled for Aug. 13-23 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, with an opening-day Twilight Parade, digital ticketing, Grandstand acts and Route 66 centennial programming.