The Lake County Fair brings this heart-pounding spectacle to Grayslake each summer, and the grandstand fills up fast when the rodeo is on the schedule. The riders are skilled professionals who travel the circuit, and the performance level is genuinely impressive for a county fair setting. Rides, Games, And Midway MagicA county fair without rides and midway games would be like a summer without sunshine. Fair Food, Funnel Cakes, And Classic EatsFair food has its own category in the universe of eating experiences, and the Lake County Fair takes that category seriously. Bringing a water bottle is a practical tip that seasoned fair visitors swear by, especially during the warmer days of the event.