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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