Williamson County Fair

About Williamson County Fair

The Williamson County Fair in Marion is an eight-day early-August celebration in the coal mining country of southern Illinois, serving the communities of Williamson County. The area's broader history includes notable events and landmarks dating to 1922.

What to Expect

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

Visitor Tips

Marion is in Williamson County in southern Illinois — the county has a dramatic coal mining history including the Herrin Massacre of 1922, and is at the edge of the Shawnee Hills.

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