By Andi Anderson
The Du Quoin State Fair has announced that its Grandstand Box Office will open for in-person ticket purchases starting from today, June 15, 2026.
Visitors can buy tickets during regular hours from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. During the fair, which runs from August 28 to September 7, 2026, the box office hours will extend from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fair organizers have made it easy for visitors to plan their trip ahead of time. In addition to in-person sales, tickets are also available online at any time through the official website. This gives fairgoers flexibility and convenience when booking their favorite events.
The River Radio/Pepsi Mid-America Stage will host several exciting performances this year. The lineup includes Kameron Marlowe & Ashley Cooke on August 30, Tyler Hubbard on September 3, Night Ranger on September 4, Russell Dickerson on September 5, and Randy Houser on September 7. These performances are expected to draw large crowds and offer entertainment for all age groups.
Along with show tickets, carnival wristbands are also on sale. These wristbands allow unlimited rides for one full day. Visitors can purchase them at a discounted price of $25 until August 27, 2026. After the fair begins, prices will increase to $30 on weekdays and $35 on weekends. This early offer encourages families to save money by planning ahead.
“As the Grandstand Box Office opens, we encourage families to plan ahead and be part of a tradition that has brought people together for generations,” said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “We look forward to welcoming fairgoers to southern Illinois’ biggest celebration and the perfect end to summer.”
The Du Quoin State Fair remains one of the most important seasonal events in the region. For further inquiries, visitors can contact the Ticket Office at 618.542.1535 or call 618.542.1511 for details about carnival wristbands.
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Categories: Illinois, Rural Lifestyle