County Fair Guide

Lake County Fair

Crown Point, Indiana

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2026 Dates

August 7–16, 2026

Duration

10 days

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Size

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About Lake County Fair

The Lake County Fair in Crown Point is a ten-day event serving Indiana's most urban and populous county, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors from the Chicago metro area each August. Dating to 1852, it is one of Indiana's oldest and most enduring agricultural fair traditions.

What to Expect

Expect major grandstand entertainment, championship livestock shows, a massive midway, 4-H and FFA competitions, and a wide variety of food vendors serving the densely populated Calumet Region.

Visitor Tips

Crown Point is in the Chicago metro area — the fair draws huge crowds and parking fills fast. Check public transit options from the Chicago area.

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