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Thank You, Lake County!

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the 2026 Lake County Fair! Your support helps our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization continue preserving the rich agricultural traditions of Lake County and providing family-friendly events for our community.

Save the Date: July 28 – August 1, 2027

We can't wait to welcome you back for the 98th Annual Lake County Fair!

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Happiness is a day at the fair

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Happiness is a day at the fair *

Plan Your Visit

A motocross rider in a helmet and racing gear riding a red dirt bike with the number 513 on a dirt track at night. There are yellow barriers and a brightly lit amusement park ferris wheel in the background.

SCHEDULE

Colorful carnival ticket booth with people waiting in line to buy tickets on a sunny day.

HOURS & TICKETS

A girl in a black shirt and jeans sliding down a colorful slide with numbered lanes 1, 2, and 3 at an amusement park or carnival.

RIDES & GAMES

A large, modern event center with a green metal roof and multiple levels, surrounded by green grass and under a clear blue sky.

DIRECTIONS & PARKING

Compete

This is where Lake County comes to compete each year. From quilts to cattle, pickles to petunias, and sheep to scrapbooks….there is a category for every age and talent.

Livestock Competitions

Pavilions Competitions

Queen Pageant

Talent Contest

Get Involved

Each summer, the iconic Lake County Fair celebrates our agricultural traditions in a family-friendly community gathering. We couldn’t host the fair without involving a few special groups - from entertainers, to vendors, sponsors and volunteers, we’d love for you to join us at the fair!

A man wearing sunglasses, a red and white trucker hat, and a plaid shirt is smiling at a young boy with short dark hair in a red shirt. The boy is holding a steering wheel and looking at the man with a smile. In the background, there is a light-colored building with windows and a clear blue sky.

BECOME A MEMBER

Become a member of the Lake County Fair Association and you’ll join a special group of people who are dedicated to continuing the rich agricultural history of the Association. Membership includes $160 in valued benefits!

SPONSORSHIP

Over 100,000 visitors can pass through our gates during the five-day event. By aligning your brand with the Lake County Fair, you gain access to the robust buying power of Lake County households.

VENDORS

Get your business in front of thousands of visitors at the fair! We welcome a wide variety of businesses, artisans, craftspeople, and attractions at the Fair - both indoor and outdoor spaces are available.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteers are a very vital part of the success of the Lake County Fair. From greeting guests at the gates or at one of our information booths, there truly is a role for everyone who wishes to be a part of the Lake County Fair.

This is where the fun begins!

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This is where the fun begins! *

Location

Lake County Fairgrounds

Lake County's gathering place for events, fairs and festivals, meetings, concerts, fun runs, trade shows, and so much more. The Lake County Fairgrounds & Event Center, located in Grayslake, Illinois, is home to the iconic Lake County Fair and many other quality year-round events.