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General Fair Information

The 2025 Du Quoin State Fair runs from August 22nd through September 1st. The Fairgrounds are open from 8 a.m. to Midnight for the duration of the Fair. The Fair Administration Office, located inside the Grandstand, is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the fair.

Gate Admission
Prices are subject to change.

Admission Price
Adults (13 & up) Free
Children (12 & under)
Admission Fee will be throughout the fair.  
Free
 

Parking - cash only

Location Price
South Gate off Illnois State Rt. 14 (ADA parking ) - Daily $10
Gate 1 Parking Lot (U.S. 51 entrance) - Daily $15
Gate 4 Parking (Jackson St. Entrance)  - Daily $10
Seasonal Parking Passes good for 11 days
of the fair for Gate 1, Gate4 and Gate 5

$30

No weather related reimbursements!

Handicap parking is available at:
Gate 1 (North and South side of fairgrounds)
South Gate off Illnois State Route 14 
Gate 5 is where the handicap accessible tram will pick up and drop off visitors

No weather related reimbursements!

Fair Guest Services

The Du Quoin State Fair offers a variety of services to make your visit enjoyable.

Camping

The Du Quoin State Fair has one of the most beautiful campgrounds in southern Illinois. Located on the north end of the fairgrounds inside Gate 3, our campground is open from April 1st until October 31st.

Accommodations​

To help plan your overnight stay, here is a list of hotels, cabins and bed and breakfasts in the vicinity of the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds.

Maps and Directions

The Du Quoin State Fairground map and directions.

Summer Employment/Volunteering

The Du Quoin State Fair has opportunities for summer employment and volunteering.

History

Find out about the history and some of the rich traditions of the Du Quoin State Fair.​​

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