Take a whimsical journey aboard these quirky creatures, leaving behind a trail of laughter and unforgettable memories.

Pony Rides: $7.00
Camel Rides: $10.00

See donkeys, young goats, lambs, baby pigs, rabbits, calves, and more! Animals will be roaming freely in pen, so please stop by and see them. If you would like to feed the animals, feed can be purchased at the Petting Zoo gate for $1.00 per cup.

Step into a magical realm where bubbles reign supreme, as you immerse yourself in a world of shimmering spheres, bubble-filled delights, and the pure joy of popping your way to happiness!

Lake County Farm Heritage Association’s goal is to preserve and maintain the history, machinery, and ways of the early farmers for all generations to follow. Check out their antique tractor displays, and Ride-a-Tractor!

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 Festival Square Beer Garden

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!

Located at the Festival Square Beer Garden

Come thirsty for our BLOODY MARY BINGO at the Lake County Fair!

$3/card per game
Prize: 50/50

Must be 18+ to play, 21+ to drink

Embark on an adventure with the 'Kidz Science Safari' at the Lake County Fair, where young explorers can dive into over 10 hands-on, interactive science exhibits! This all-day, STEM-based children's museum makes learning fun for kids of all ages, blending education with excitement at every turn.

Located inside the Expo Hall

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

Join the fun on The Trivia Tractor, a mobile game show that roves the fair, bringing excitement to every corner! With giant dice, lockout buttons, and prizes galore, contestants of all ages can test their knowledge and enjoy the fast-paced, highly interactive trivia action!

Come see what a Civil Air Patrol member of 12+ years of age conduct Search & Rescue/Emergency Services and what techniques are utilized.  Such things as tracking crashed aircraft and using things such as drones and small aircraft to do area wide searches.

Located at the Lake County Sheriff’s Office K-9 Demonstration Area

A sweet event for the “hole” family! A panel of police judges (i.e. donut experts) will select their favorite donut in Lake County in front of a live audience at the Lake County Fair. The winning donut will receive the 'Police Choice Award' & will be known around the county as the best of the best!

Located inside the Expo Hall at the Blue Ribbon Stage

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.

Located in the Grandstand Beer Garden

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!

Witness this thrilling Olympic relay race, as the Grayslake Fire Department vs. Grayslake Police Departments showcase teamwork for community bragging rights!

Located in the Contest Zone

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.

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

Join the fun on The Trivia Tractor, a mobile game show that roves the fair, bringing excitement to every corner! With giant dice, lockout buttons, and prizes galore, contestants of all ages can test their knowledge and enjoy the fast-paced, highly interactive trivia action!

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.

Performing at the Grandstand Beer Garden Stage

Roger That is a rock and roll band, based in the Chicago area, that authentically performs a danceable mix of California Surf, British Invasion, American Rockabilly and Garage Rock including familiar songs from Dick Dale, The Ventures, The Beatles, Carl Perkins, Eddie Cochran, Johnny Rivers, Johnny Cash, The Monkees, Credence Clearwater Revival, Elvis and more!

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!

Experience the awe-inspiring spectacle as young stars take to the stage to showcase their talents!

With faces buried in a mountain of sweet deliciousness, participants plunge headfirst into a whirlwind of whipped cream and fruity fillings, battling against time and the uncontrollable urge to savor every bite, in a pie eating frenzy that turns messy mouths into victorious champions.

Limited to the first 14 contestants (7 youths, and 7 adults, aged 16+). Sign up opens 15 minutes prior to the event.

Located in the Contest Zone

Performing at the Festival Square Stage

Chicago Latin Groove Band (CLG) is the Midwest’s premier Tropical music band. CLG began in 2012. They have earned recognition for offering energetic, inspiring and dance provoking performances. CLG cemented the market in Tropical music by performing a little of everything Tropical: Salsa, Cumbia, Merengue, Bachata, Latin Jazz, Ballads, and Cha-Cha-Cha…. and yes even some Disco!

Transforming ordinary faces into extraordinary works of art, one brushstroke at a time!

In a frosty battle of agility and patience, contenders wrestle with icy garments, shivering and giggling as they strive to be the first to thaw the chilly challenge and slip into a frozen t-shirt, braving the brain freeze for a shot at frozen fashion glory.

Limited to the first 20 contestants. Sign up opens 15 minutes prior to the event.

Located in the Contest Zone

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.

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.

Gallop into the fun at our County Fair's Olympic Horse Race, where participants ride horses-on-a-stick in a spirited and whimsical competition. Join the excitement, showcase your racing skills, and compete for fantastic prizes in this entertaining event for all ages!

Sign up opens 15 minutes prior to the event.

Located in the Contest Zone

Experience the awe-inspiring spectacle as young stars take to the stage to showcase their talents!

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!

Join the fun on The Trivia Tractor, a mobile game show that roves the fair, bringing excitement to every corner! With giant dice, lockout buttons, and prizes galore, contestants of all ages can test their knowledge and enjoy the fast-paced, highly interactive trivia action!

Hold on tight to your seats as the world's bravest cowboys face off against raging bulls, showcasing their unparalleled courage and unmatched grit in a heart-stopping battle of man versus beast, where every second counts and adrenaline surges through the arena, guaranteeing a pulse-pounding spectacle that will leave you cheering for more - the bull riding show is a thrilling, edge-of-your-seat rodeo experience that dares you to witness the raw power and unmatched excitement of the ultimate cowboy challenge!

Located in the Grandstand Arena

Join the thrilling Olympic Relay Race at our County Fair, where teams compete in an exciting series of challenges including shooting a soccer goal, making a basketball shot, and completing one more surprise task. Gather your team, test your skills, and race for glory and fantastic prizes in this action-packed event!

Sign up opens 15 minutes prior to the event.

Located in the Contest Zone

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.

Performing at the Festival Square Stage

Billy Elton celebrates the music of two of the greatest singers, pianists, and songwriters in pop music history - Billy Joel and Elton John.

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.

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, 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.

Performing at the Grandstand Beer Garden Stage

Total Beaches is a new six-member band specializing in the Sounds of Summer and featuring four female musicians.

Join the fun on The Trivia Tractor, a mobile game show that roves the fair, bringing excitement to every corner! With giant dice, lockout buttons, and prizes galore, contestants of all ages can test their knowledge and enjoy the fast-paced, highly interactive trivia action!

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 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.

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.

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.