Performing at the Festival Square Stage

Performing at the Grandstand Beer Garden Stage

Performing at the Festival Square Stage

Performing at the Grandstand Beer Garden Stage

Udder chaos ensues as energetic participants dash through the livestock barn, in a hilariously quirky relay race that proves that even cows can't resist a little competition and cow-nundrum.

Located in the Show Barn

Performing at the Festival Square Stage

12:00pm - 11:00pm

Located in the Show Barn

The Expo Hall is home to the Pavilions Competitive Exhibits, 4-H Exhibits, County Fair Marketplace Vendors, and the Blue Ribbon Stage.

Located in the Goat Barn

Located in the Swine Barn

The Swine Jackpot Show brings top competition to the barn with three exciting divisions: Showmanship, Market, and Breeding Gilts. Exhibitors will showcase their skills in handling, presenting, and evaluating swine as they compete for prizes and bragging rights. Don’t miss this action-packed event that highlights some of the finest pigs and most dedicated youth in the show ring!

Get ready to dance wherever you are—the Strolling DJ is on the move! This mobile DJ booth rolls through the fairgrounds, bringing high-energy music, fun vibes, and spontaneous dance parties wherever it goes. You never know when the beat will drop—just follow the sound and join the fun!

Performing at the Grandstand Beer Garden Stage

4 piece rock band, playing mainly hits from the 80's and 90's. dance tunes, and audience participation songs..

Performing at the Festival Square Stage

Don't stop believin’... that this will be the best night of the fair!

Hi Infidelity is bringing the ultimate 80s rock concert experience to the Lake County Fair! Get ready for powerhouse vocals, killer guitar solos, and all your favorite anthems from Journey, REO, Bon Jovi & more!

Get ready for an adrenaline-packed spectacle as lumberjacks showcase their incredible strength and precision in a thrilling display of axe throwing, log rolling, and tree climbing, leaving audiences captivated by their awe-inspiring feats of skill and athleticism. Witness the raw power and competitive spirit as these modern-day lumberjacks battle it out in a heart-pounding show that pays homage to the rich traditions of the timber industry.

Come watch as these adorable swine showcase their surprising speed, creating a delightful spectacle of snouts and hooves in a race to the finish line!

Get ready to dance wherever you are—the Strolling DJ is on the move! This mobile DJ booth rolls through the fairgrounds, bringing high-energy music, fun vibes, and spontaneous dance parties wherever it goes. You never know when the beat will drop—just follow the sound and join the fun!

Prepare for an electrifying extravaganza that will ignite your senses as colossal monster trucks defy gravity, crushing everything in their path with astonishing jumps, gravity-defying stunts, and ground-shaking power, delivering an awe-inspiring spectacle that will leave you begging for more - the monster truck show is a high-octane thrill ride that guarantees an unforgettable experience you simply can't resist!

Located in the Grandstand Arena

Stop by the swine barn for daily 4-H Animal Talks, where youth exhibitors share what it’s like to care for their animals and be part of the 4-H program. Learn about feeding, grooming, and daily routines, and get your questions answered straight from the experts themselves! It’s a great way to connect with the next generation of agriculture.

Located in the Swine Barn

Everyone loves dogs these days, and our dogs are not only professional athletes, they are loveable pets that adore meeting the audience, too. Get ready to laugh, cheer, and have a blast watching big air stunts, dock diving, frisbee freestyle routines, high jumping, agility, flyball racing, and other extreme dog sports.

Kidbucks Game show, where little kids win big!

A thrilling, high-energy, audience interactive game show the whole family will love. Randomly selected members of the audience, participate in wild and crazy games. The final winner enters the Kidbucks chamber and grabs as many “Kidbucks ” as possible, as they swirl about the chamber.

Prepare to be spellbound as a master illusionist, John Measner, takes you on a mesmerizing journey filled with mind-boggling tricks, incredible sleight of hand, and jaw-dropping feats of magic that will leave you questioning reality.

Located in the Expo Hall

Experience the impressive bond between humans and their highly-trained canine partners as the Lake County Sheriff's office showcases an exhilarating K9 demonstration, featuring fearless dogs demonstrating their impeccable obedience, agility, and skills in detecting narcotics and apprehending suspects.

Performing at the Festival Square Stage

Bringing back the golden era of music!

From Marvin Gaye to Stevie Wonder, Second Hand Soul Band captures the sound of the classics—with a funky, fresh energy that’s pure Chicago soul. Catch them LIVE at the Lake County Fair!

This class offers an interactive culinary experience where participants learn the art and science of fermenting various foods, exploring traditional techniques to create delicious and nutritious fermented dishes. This hands-on class covers everything from basic principles to advanced methods, empowering attendees to confidently ferment at home.

Presented by Perfect Brewing Supply

Located at the Blue Ribbon Stage, inside the Expo Hall

Come watch as these adorable swine showcase their surprising speed, creating a delightful spectacle of snouts and hooves in a race to the finish line!

Get ready to dance wherever you are—the Strolling DJ is on the move! This mobile DJ booth rolls through the fairgrounds, bringing high-energy music, fun vibes, and spontaneous dance parties wherever it goes. You never know when the beat will drop—just follow the sound and join the fun!

Everyone loves dogs these days, and our dogs are not only professional athletes, they are loveable pets that adore meeting the audience, too. Get ready to laugh, cheer, and have a blast watching big air stunts, dock diving, frisbee freestyle routines, high jumping, agility, flyball racing, and other extreme dog sports.