Time to Plan Your Trip to the Illinois State Fair
(Springfield, IL)- If you’re fond of fried delicacies, enjoy spending the evening under the stars listening to music, or just can’t wait to see this year’s butter cow, it’s not too late to book your trip to Springfield for the Illinois State Fair.
The state fair will kick-off August 7, offering visitors 10-days of fun, excitement and thrills. Some highlights this year include grandstand acts such as Robin Thicke, Pitbull, Florida Georgia Line and more, harness racing, dozens of free entertainment stages, contest, exhibits, vendors, food stands and a carnival midway. A complete schedule of fair events can be found here www.agr.state.il.us/isf.
Springfield is the capital of Illinois and the home of Abraham Lincoln. In addition to the fair, the city offers numerous historic sites and museums, including the Lincoln Home National Historic Site and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Visitors will enjoy planning a trip to the fair that also includes the city’s historic attractions, interesting local restaurants and variety of lodging options.
Gina Gemberling, Acting Executive Director of the Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau said, “The state fair is something everyone should experience. It celebrates the rich agricultural heritage of the state and truly offers something for everyone. It’s a fun getaway for the whole family before it is time to go back to school. We encourage people to get in touch and let us help them plan their trip.”
Interested in visiting Springfield to experience the Illinois State Fair? Let the convention and visitors bureau help: www.visitspringfieldillinois.com, 800-545-7300.
Post provided by Visit Springfield Illinois
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