Attendance at the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair broke records this year, providing a major economic benefit to the communities. Illinois State Fairs Draw Record CrowdIn a press release on Monday (9/22), Governor JB Pritzker announced that combined attendance at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield and the Du Quoin State Fair surpassed 1 million in 2025. Strong Numbers for State Fair in SpringfieldThe Illinois State Fair in Springfield drew 723,079 people, the second-largest turnout in its history, according to the press release. Du Quoin Breaks RecordsIn downstate Illinois, the Du Quoin State Fair welcomed 282,202 visitors, shattering its 2024 record of 204,004. Get our free mobile appThe 2026 Illinois State Fair will run August 13 through 23 in Springfield, followed by the Du Quoin State Fair from August 28 through September 7.