County Fair Guide

Heart of Illinois Fair

Peoria, Illinois

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2026 Dates

July 14–18, 2026

Duration

5 days

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Size

medium

What to Know

In Peoria, the Heart of Illinois Fair is a five-day mid-July celebration in the state's third-largest metropolitan area, drawing large crowds from Peoria and the surrounding central Illinois region.

On the Midway

Expect livestock judging, 4-H and FFA competitions, carnival rides, grandstand entertainment, and the community spirit of the Illinois River's most important city.

Before You Go

Peoria is on the Illinois River bluffs — the city was once one of the most important inland ports in North America, and "Will it play in Peoria?" remains an American idiom.

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