Beer Pavilion

Family Entertainment Tent - All Events Free

Grandstand

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<p>Wednesday - 2:00 PM<br>Thursday - Sunday - 12:00 PM</p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday, August 27th</h5>



<p>Smokin Gunz - 7:00 PM</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Friday, August 28th</h5>



<p>4Cast - 8:00 PM</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Saturday, August 29th</h5>



<p>Party Foul - 8:00 PM</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Nightly Entertainment throughout the Fair</h5>



<p>The All-Star Music Machine</p>

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<p><em>Free </em><br>3-11 Years Old</p>



<p>Grand Prizes - 6 Bikes Awarded per Age Group - 1 Girl - 1 Boy</p>



<p>Over 2000 Prizes</p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Age Groups</h5>



<p>3 - 5 Years Old<br>6 - 8 Years Old<br>9 -11 Years Old</p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Order of Events</h5>



<p>Registration 5:00 - 5:50 PM</p>



<p>Coloring Contest Winners announced 6:00 PM</p>



<p>Bike Winner Drawings 6:00 PM</p>



<p>Ping Pong Drop Begins 6:00 PM</p>

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Ping Pong Drop

<h4 class="wp-block-heading">"Barn in the U.S.A"</h4>



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<p>Prizes Awarded for Each Grade - Pre-K - 4th Grade<br><em>Due - July 15th </em></p>



<p>Bring Entries to Fair Office <br>or<br>Mail - <br>Will County Fair Association<br>P.O. Box 578<br>Peotone, IL 60468</p>



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<p>Winners announced at Ping Pong Drop - Wednesday, August 26th 6:00 PM</p>



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<p><strong><em>Child's Information on Coloring Sheet is NOT displayed at Contest</em></strong></p>



<p>Displayed during Fair in South Atrium Building</p>

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Will County Fair Coloring Contest 2026

<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Opens </h4>



<p>Wednesday - 2:00 PM<br>Thursday - Sunday - 12:00 PM</p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday, August 27th</h5>



<p>Smokin Gunz - 7:00 PM</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Friday, August 28th</h5>



<p>4Cast - 8:00 PM</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Saturday, August 29th</h5>



<p>Party Foul - 8:00 PM</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Nightly Entertainment throughout the Fair</h5>



<p>The All-Star Music Machine</p>

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<p>Recognizing the need for uniform competition rules, the Illinois Tractor Pulling Association (ITPA) was organized on January 24, 1968, making it one of the oldest sanctioning bodies for truck and tractor pulling in the nation. From those humble beginnings, the ITPA has taken this vision of a level playing field and safety of the competitors and spectators to be recognized as the premier truck and tractor pulling organization in the State of Illinois, as well as the midwest.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Offering competition classes ranging from single cylinder garden tractors up through the mighty super stocks and multi engine modified tractors, the ITPA has something for every tractor pulling fan.</p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading">ITPA Rules Apply</h5>



<p>6850# Pro Farm<br>9500# Pro Farm<br>8500# Limited Pro Stock <br>Light Modified</p>



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ITPA TRACTOR PULL

Demo Derby Rules 2026

<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Friday, August 28th at 7:00 PM</h2>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bump-and-Go-2026.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Bump-and-Go-2026.pdf">Bump and Go 4&amp;6 Cylinder Cars</a></p>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Full-Size-Trucks-2026.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Full-Size-Trucks-2026.pdf">Full-Size Trucks</a></p>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MWFA-Street-Stock-Challenge-2026.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MWFA-Street-Stock-Challenge-2026.pdf">MWFA Street Stock Challenge</a></p>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Young-Guns-and-Powder-Puff-rules-2026-1.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Young-Guns-and-Powder-Puff-rules-2026-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Young Guns &amp; Powder Puff</a></p>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Release-Reg-Form-Friday-Night-1.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-Release-Reg-Form-Friday-Night-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Friday Registration Form</a></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Saturday, August 29th at 6:30 PM</h2>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/4-6-Cylinder-2026.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/4-6-Cylinder-2026.pdf">4/6 Cylinder</a></p>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Old-Iron-2026.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Old-Iron-2026.pdf">Old Iron</a></p>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Mini-Van-SUV-Mini-Truck-2026.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Mini-Van-SUV-Mini-Truck-2026.pdf">Mini Van / SUV / Mini Truck</a></p>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Full-Size-Passenger-Stock-rules-2026-1.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Full-Size-Passenger-Stock-rules-2026-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Full Size Passenger Stock</a></p>



<p><a href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-release-Reg-Form-Saturdaynight-1.pdf" data-type="link" data-id="/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-release-Reg-Form-Saturdaynight-1.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Saturday Registration Form</a></p>

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<p>The International Pro Rodeo Association is proud to celebrate over 60 years of rodeo excellence. Founded in 1957 by two rodeo promoters, the Interstate Rodeo Association, IRA, was formed as a rodeo management organization and a sanctioning body. </p>



<p>Revolutionized the sport of rodeo in 1964 by creating a Board of Governors including representatives from each segment of rodeo – stock contractors, contestants, fans, producers, and contract performers. </p>



<p>From big cities to small towns, from major league stadiums to portable arenas, the IPRA has become the sports second largest professional rodeo association sanctioning nearly 300 rodeos. The IPRA has a membership base of over 2,400 members and currently sanctions rodeos across the United States with 15 of these events being held in Oklahoma. </p>

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IPRA World Championship Rodeo

<p>6 Months to 36 Months </p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading">SUPERINTENDENT</h5>



<p>Michelle Matthias</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">JUDGES</h5>



<p>Kayla Cohen, R.N.<br>Lindsay Johnston, R.N.<br>Tara Robinson, R.N.</p>



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<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Entries</h5>



<p>Open - Friday, July 31st - 9:00 AM<br>Close - Saturday of Fair - 8:00 PM</p>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Baby Show</h5>



<p>Sunday of Fair - 1:30 PM <br>South Side of Atrium Building - Climate Controlled</p>



<p>Estimated Amount Offered: $153<br></p>



<a target="_blank" href="/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Baby-Show-Application.pdf" style="color:#fff; display:block; text-align:center; background:#19aa4b; padding:20px; 40px;margin-bottom:20px;">Baby Show Application</a>



<h5 class="wp-block-heading">Rules &amp; Regulations</h5>



<p><a href="https://www.willcountyfair.org/fairbook">Fairbook</a></p>



<p>If mailed - enclose application, copy of birth certificate, and fee<br>Entry Fee - $1.00</p>



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<p><strong>Certified Birth Certificate (or copy) REQUIRED from County of Birth. <em>Souvenir Certificate from hospital Will Not Be Accepted</em>. Certified County Birth Certificate can be obtained from County Clerk's Office where baby was born.</strong></p>



<div class="wp-block-getwid-table"><table><thead><tr><th colspan="3" style="background-color:#8ed1fc">BABY SHOW</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><em>Health</em></td><td>Appearance of Skin, Eyes, Teeth, Feet, Tone of Hair</td><td>3 Points</td></tr><tr><td><em>Personality</em></td><td>Neatness, Cut and Shape of Hair, Smile, Eyes</td><td>4 Points</td></tr><tr><td><em>Dress</em></td><td>Attire</td><td>3 Points</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2">TOTAL</td><td>10 Points</td></tr></tbody></table><figcaption><br></figcaption></div>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Class No.</strong></td><td></td><td><strong>1st</strong></td><td><strong>2nd</strong></td><td><strong>3rd</strong></td></tr><tr><td>1</td><td><em><strong>Multiples</strong></em> (6-12 months) - 9/1/25 to 2/28/26</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>2</td><td><em><strong>Multiples</strong></em> (12-24 months) - 9/1/24 to 8/31/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>3</td><td><em><strong>Multiples</strong></em> (24-36 months) - 9/1/23 to 8/31/24</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>4</td><td><em><strong>Girl</strong></em> (6-9 months) - 12/1/25 to 2/28/26</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>5</td><td><strong><em>Boy</em></strong> (6-9 months) -12/1/25 to 2/28/26</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>6</td><td><em><strong>Girl</strong></em> (9-12 months) - 9/1/25 to 11/30/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>7</td><td><em><strong>Boy </strong></em>(9-12 months) - 9/1/25 to 11/30/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td><strong><em>Girl</em></strong> (12-15 months) - 6/1/25 to 8/31/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>9</td><td><em><strong>Boy</strong></em> (12-15 months) - 6/1/25 to 8/31/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>10</td><td><em><strong>Girl</strong></em> (15-18 months) - 3/1/25 to 5/31/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>11</td><td><strong><em>Boy</em></strong> (15-18 months) - 3/1/25 to 5/31/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>12</td><td><em><strong>Girl </strong></em>(18-24 months) - 9/1/24 to 2/28/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>13</td><td><em><strong>Boy</strong></em> (18-24 months) - 9/1/24 to 2/28/25</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>14</td><td><em><strong>Girl </strong></em>(24-30 months) - 3/1/24 to 8/31/24</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>15</td><td><em><strong>Boy</strong></em> (24-30 months) - 3/1/24 to 8/31/24</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>16</td><td><em><strong>Girl</strong></em> (30-36 months) - 9/1/23 to 2/28/24</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr><tr><td>17</td><td><em><strong>Boy</strong></em> (30-36 months) - 9/1/23 to 2/28/24</td><td>$4</td><td>$3</td><td>$2</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

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Baby Show

<div class="wp-block-getwid-table"><table class="has-background has-white-background-color"><tbody><tr><td colspan="4" style="text-align:center;background-color:#8ed1fc"><strong>Lady Superintendents</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Mrs. John Locke</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1904-1909</td><td>Mrs. Lloyd Froehner</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1972-1973</td></tr><tr><td>Mrs. Margaret Wahls</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1910-1919</td><td>Mrs. Herbert Matthies</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1974-1976</td></tr><tr><td>Mrs. Ester Tapper</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1920-1921</td><td>Miss Loretta Johnson</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1977-1984</td></tr><tr><td>Mr. E.E. Barton</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1922-1924</td><td>Holly (Mrs. Gene) Maves</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1985-1998</td></tr><tr><td>Miss Julia Cann</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1925-1927</td><td>Joan (Mrs. Richard) Meier</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1999-2005</td></tr><tr><td>Mrs. Jennie Piper</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1928-1933</td><td>Bonnie Borms</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">2007-2024</td></tr><tr><td>Mrs. Jessie Cowing</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">1934-1965</td><td>Shelly Tsilis</td><td style="background-color:#8ed1fc">2025</td></tr><tr><td>Mrs. Paul Rathje</td><td style="color:#000000;background-color:#8ed1fc">1966-1971</td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table></div>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">JUDGING</h3>



<p>Wednesday, August 20th - 9:00 AM</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ENTRY INFORMATION</h3>



<p><a href="https://www.willcountyfair.org/fairbook/rules-regulations">Rules &amp; Regulations</a></p>



<p><strong>EXHIBITS NOT ALLOWED AT TIME OF REGISTERING</strong></p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ARRIVAL OF ENTRIES</h3>



<p>Departments J-1 through M-7 (excluding Junior Show) limited 2 Entries under 1 Class Number, unless stated otherwise under Department</p>



<p>Entry Tags - must be attached to each article exhibited during duration of fair<br>J-1 through O-3<br>P-2 through P-7</p>



<p><em>Bringing Exhibits-</em><br><em>Starting&nbsp;</em>-<br>Tuesday of Fair 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM<br>Wednesday of Fair 7:00 AM - 8:30 AM<br><em>Building with Close -</em><br>Sunday of Fair 7:00 PM</p>



<p><em>Removal of Exhibits -</em><br>All exhibits must remain at Fairgrounds for duration of Fair<br>Entries are prepared for pickup until 9:00 PM after Fair has concluded<br>Enter &amp; Exit through North Gate</p>



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Lady Superintendents
Mrs. John Locke	1904-1909	Mrs. Lloyd Froehner	1972-1973
Mrs. Margaret Wahls	1910-1919	Mrs. Herbert Matthies	1974-1976
Mrs. Ester Tapper	1920-1921	Miss Loretta Johnson	1977-1984
Mr. E.E. Barton	1922-1924	Holly (Mrs. Gene) Maves	1985-1998
Miss Julia Cann	1925-1927	Joan (Mrs. Richard) Meier	1999-2005
Mrs. Jennie Piper	1928-1933	Bonnie Borms	2007-2024
Mrs. Jessie Cowing	1934-1965	Shelly Tsilis	2025
Mrs. Paul Rathje	1966-1971

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ENTRY INFORMATION

ARRIVAL OF ENTRIES