County Fair Guide

Clinton County Fair

Carlyle, Illinois

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2026 Dates

July 12–18, 2026

Duration

7 days

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Size

small

Fair Highlights

Expect livestock judging, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, local food vendors, and the community spirit of Clinton County.

Planning Your Visit

Carlyle is home to Carlyle Lake, the largest man-made lake in Illinois — the recreational lake brings visitors to this otherwise agricultural corner of southwestern Illinois.

A Closer Look

The Clinton County Fair, based in Carlyle, is a seven-day mid-July celebration in southwestern Illinois, serving the agricultural communities of Clinton County along Carlyle Lake.

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