SATURDAY, AUGUST 1
Livestock Auction
At the Lake County Fair livestock auction, a wide variety of steers, lambs, pigs, and goats raised by both 4-H and open class exhibitors are skillfully presented and bid upon by eager buyers.
🎵 SCHOOL OF ROCK
Performing at the Festival Square Stage
Mark your calendars for the School Of Rock Libertyville House Band at the Lake County Fair! Don't miss this incredible showcase of young talent, performing your favorite classic and modern rock songs. Bring your friends and family for an awesome show!
Livestock Auction Registration
We are pleased to announce the return of our Lake County Fair Livestock Auction! The 2026 sale will feature market steers, lambs, goats and pigs from 4-H and Open Class exhibitors.
Registration: opens at 12:00pm on Saturday, August 1 inside the Show Barn
Auction: begins at 2:00pm on Saturday, August 1 inside the Show Barn
Expo Hall Open
The Expo Hall is home to the Pavilions Competitive Exhibits, 4-H Exhibits, County Fair Marketplace Vendors, and the Blue Ribbon Stage.
The Strolling DJ
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!
🎵 No Limit
Performing at the Grandstand Beer Garden Stage
Classic rock with a twist—No Limit is taking the stage at the Lake County Fair!
This six-piece band combines trumpet, harmonica, and intricate harmonies for a sound you’ve got to experience live. See you there!
Show Me Swine Pig Races
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!
🎵 GOOROOS
Performing at the Festival Square Stage
Get ready to be blown away by GOOROOS at the Lake County Fair!
Experience the electrifying performance of this 7-piece rock band as they take the stage and rock your world. It's going to be epic!
Timberworks Lumberjack Show
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.
The Strolling DJ
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!
Show Me Swine Pig Races
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!
Canine Stars Stunt Dog Show
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.
Monster Truck Throwdown
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
John Measner Magic Show
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
Kidbucks Game Show
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.
K9 Demonstration with the Lake County Sheriff's Office
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.
🎵 Beyond the Blonde
Performing at the Festival Square Stage
Fierce. Fearless. Fabulous.
Beyond the Blonde is Midwest’s ultimate tribute to the female icons of pop and rock. Come dance and sing your heart out to the hits of P!NK, Gwen Stefani, Lady Gaga, and more!
Mead Making Demonstration
Amidst bubbling cauldrons and swirling aromas, mead-making maestros unravel the ancient art of brewing honeyed nectar, captivating the audience with tales of Viking traditions and whimsical recipes, as they transform sweet honey into a tantalizing elixir that promises a sip of history and a toast to mirthful indulgence.
Located at the Blue Ribbon Stage, inside the Expo Hall
Presented by Perfect Brewing Supply
Show Me Swine Pig Races
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!
The Strolling DJ
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!
