County Fair Guide

Marion County Fair

Salem, Illinois

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Typical Month

August

Duration

8 days

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Size

small

About Marion County Fair

The Marion County Fair in Salem is an eight-day early-August celebration in south-central Illinois, serving the agricultural communities of Marion County.

What to Expect

Expect livestock judging, 4-H competitions, carnival rides, local food vendors, and the community spirit of Marion County's farming heritage.

Visitor Tips

Salem is the birthplace of William Jennings Bryan and the seat of Marion County — the county is in the heart of southern Illinois's agricultural oil country.

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