The Official 2023 Du Quoin State Fair Pocket Guide

MARSHALL BROWNING HOSPITAL Exceeding expectations. Enhancing experiences.

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GET BACK IN THE FUN!

We have an Urgent Care Clinic and Emergency Department close by, so rest easy during the Du Quoin State Fair knowing that you can get excellent care if you need it. We’ve been providing high-quality healthcare services to local residents and visitors for over 100 years.

We hope your state fair experience is injury- and illness-free, but if not, our skilled staff can treat you and get you back to the fun of the fair as soon as possible.

We’re just a few miles away from the fairgrounds at 900 N. Washington Street in Du Quoin.

URGENT CARE: 618.542.1050 Mon - Fri: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Sat: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sun: noon - 4 p.m.

EMERGENCY CARE: DIAL 911 24 hours/7 days a week

All physicians are non-employed, independent contractors of Marshall Browning Hospital unless otherwise indicated.

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Welcome to the 2023 Du Quoin State Fair!

We’re proud to welcome you to the 101st fair – a special celebration and hallmark of Southern Illinois.

Last year marked the fair’s centennial celebration, and we’re thrilled to see it grow year after year.

Our Du Quoin State Fair brings together residents and visitors alike to celebrate all that Illinois contributes to the story of our nation. From our great plains, to our lake front, and incomparable farmland, the fair encapsulates the tens of thousands of square miles that make up the Land of Lincoln. Started by the storied Hayes family, the annual event brings together people from across the heartland of the nation and serves as an annual economic driver for the region.

Du Quoin has always carried on our legacy of agricultural traditions that make Illinois special – and this fair is no exception. We’re grateful for this welcome occasion to honor our farmers and their agricultural industry partners – celebrating their history and sharing their hopes and dreams for the future.

To every visitor that comes to our fairgrounds, we hope your days are filled with fun, adventure, and life-long memories. Thank you for making the Du Quoin State Fair a part of your summer.

Sincerely,

JB Pritzker Governor 2

MK Pritzker First Lady

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It is our pleasure to welcome you to the 2023 Du Quoin State Fair.

During your visit, we hope you take notice of the work to revitalize the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds.

Starting with the historic neon lights being turned on at the front gate in 2022, to renovating the grandstand and administration building, there has been tremendous investments made to the fairgrounds.

Similarly, in agriculture, progress is incremental. The work and dedication that goes into the planting season is followed by a bountiful harvest. That is why we chose the theme “Harvest the Fun” for the 2023 Du Quoin State Fair. While we continue to look for ways to make these historic grounds stand the test of time, we are proud of the strides we have made.

As you and your family venture around the grounds during these 11 days, our goal is that you have fun. Whether it’s showing animals, enjoying a concert, tapping into your adventurous side with one of the thrill-seeking carnival rides or trying each and every delicious fair food we have to offer, the Du Quoin State Fair has something for everyone.

We are proud to call southern Illinois home and are happy you are on the fairgrounds. We hope you will have another year full of memories made at the Du Quoin State Fair and encourage you to “Harvest the Fun.”

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YOUR GUIDE TO THE 2023 DU QUOIN STATE FAIR

Parking Information

Main Parking Lot (Rt. 14 entrance)..........................................$10.00 daily Gate 1 Parking Lot (U.S. 51 entrance).....................................$15.00 daily Gate 4 Parking Lot (Jackson Street entrance) ...................$10.00 daily Note: All Inside Public Parking (including ADA)...............$15.00 daily Gate 1 and/or Gate 4 (Best Value)................... $30.00 season pass (No weather-related reimbursements.)

Theme Days

August 25..................................................................................... Family Night presented by KGMO

August 26............................................................................... Governor’s Day presented by The Stratemeyer Media Group

August 27....................................................................................Veterans Day presented by WSIL-TV3

August 28.................................................................Agriculture Youth Day presented by Modern Woodmen of America

August 29...............................................................................Republican Day presented by The Stratemeyer Media Group

August 30.........................................................................................Senior Day August 31.........................................................Sponsor Appreciation Day presented by Pepsi MidAmerica

September 1................................................................. Illinois Tourism Day presented by KBSI FOX23

September 2................................................Coal Heritage Day/SIU Day presented by WPSD TV-6

September 3...............................................................First Responder Day September 4.................................................................................... Labor Day

Fair Hours

Weekdays: 4:00pm–Midnight Weekends: Noon–Midnight Labor Day: 10:00am–9:00pm

Carnival Hours

Mon-Fri: 5:00pm–11:00pm Sat & Sun: Noon–11:00pm Labor Day: Noon–9:00pm

North American Midway Carnival

Take advantage of the discounted ride coupons ($20) beginning in August at participating Casey’s Stores. Purchaser will redeem coupons “Good for 1 All-Day Ride Wristband” at the Midway Redemption Booth. Prices during the Fair will be $25 weekdays and $30 on weekends.

Single Tickets $1.50 / 20 Tickets $28 / 50 Tickets $65 Child under 42 inches must ride with a PAYING ADULT.

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GUEST SERVICES

AT THE FAIR

Lost Children Parents / caregivers attending the Du Quoin State Fair with

small children are encouraged to stop by the Illinois State Police Safety Education Tent located on the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds on Midway Drive across the street from the Second Heat Building to obtain a free child ID armband. Should they become separated from their parents, this will enable Troopers to reunite them quickly with their caregivers. Hopefully this free service will help you enjoy the fair all the more!

Lost-and-Found Articles All lost-and-found items are to be brought to the Du Quoin

State Fair Administrative Office in the main grandstand during office hours 8 am – 9 pm daily. If you have lost something, you can check with the Illinois State Police and/or the Grandstand Administrative Office.

Accessibility Accessibility parking and restroom facilities are available

throughout the grounds. In accordance with the American with Disabilities Act, any attendee requiring accommodations should notify us of their needs when ordering Grandstand tickets. An accessible tram unit is available on the grounds.

First Aid Station The First Aid Station is located at the north end of the Grandstand.

Transportation Trams The convenient means of transportation – trams – will be providing FREE transportation to fair-goers throughout the vast fairgrounds.

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Refreshment Stations Family refreshment stations are located throughout the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds… not air-conditioned, but located in shady areas for the most part with seats for relaxation.

Administrative Offices The Du Quoin State Fair administrative offices are located in the main Grandstand. Hours are 8:00 am to 9:00 pm during the fair. For information, call (618) 542-1515.

Voice: (866) 287-2999 (TTY).

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A QUICK HISTORY

LESSON OF THE FAIR

Entrance and Grandstand, State Fair Park, Du Quoin, IL The Du Quoin State Fairgrounds has been “home” to many things... many, many events... in its 101-year-old lifetime. Huge camping rallies, national car shows and races, horse events of all kinds, rodeos, livestock shows, reunions, motorcycle races, weddings, tractor pulls. You name it, it’s probably been held at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. The most popular? By far, the best-known event has been “The Du Quoin State Fair”, now in its 37th year under the ownership of the State of Illinois. It all started back in the spring of 1923 when a group of successful and ambitious Du Quoin business leaders came up with an idea to sponsor an event that hopefully would attract people from all over Southern Illinois. Several owned horses and needed a convenient place for them to compete. Not shy about making big claims, even from the very start, the group called it “The Du Quoin State Fair” because they wanted it to become as nice, as attractive, as well accepted in the area as the Illinois State Fair in Springfield. It didn’t happen over-night. Crowds were somewhat modest in the beginning, in the roaring twenties. Nevertheless the Fair did attract crowds of 50,000 or so, at least as reported by probably biased area sources. Now, after reaching the century mark, the Du Quoin State Fair can accurately make many impressive claims. Millions, yes millions, have passed through its gates down through the years as more than an estimated 300,000 do so each year for the Fair itself. For many years – 1957 through 1980 – it was “Home of the Hambletonian”, harness racing’s “Kentucky Derby”. Almost equally as important, auto racing has been an attraction for years. Other than Elvis, Frank Sinatra and Barbra Streisand, one would have difficulty in naming a prominent entertainer who has not appeared on stage at the Du Quoin State Fair. It proudly has become Southern Illinois’ most popular attraction as it has appeal to all ages and fans of all types of events. This year’s dates are Aug. 25 – Sept. 4.

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MOTORSPORTS Saturday, Sep 2 USAC SILVER CROWN

& DIRTCAR UMP MODIFIEDS

Advanced Tickets: $25 – Adults / $10 – Kids 11 & Under Day of Race Tickets: $30 – Adults / $10 – Kids 11 & Under Grandstand is Reserved Seating / Bleachers are General Admission 7:00am Registration and Pit Gates Open 9:00am Grandstands and Ticket Office Open 10:00am–11:00am USAC Silver Crown Practice 11:30am USAC Silver Crown Qualifying 12:15pm DIRTcar Modified Hotlap/Qualifying 12:30pm Silver Crown Last Chance Race 1:00pm DIRTcar Modified Heats 2:00pm USAC Ted Horn 100

Sunday, Sep 3

ARCA MENARDS SERIES 100 & DIRTCAR UMP MODIFIEDS

Advanced Tickets: $25 – Adults / $10 – Kids 11 & Under Day of Race Tickets: $30 – Adults / $10 – Kids 11 & Under Grandstand is Reserved Seating / Bleachers are General Admission 10:30am Registration and Pit Gates Open 2:00pm Grandstands and Ticket Office Open 2:45pm ARCA Drivers Meeting 4:00pm–4:45pm ARCA Practice 4:45pm–5:00pm DIRTcar Modified Practice 5:30pm ARCA Qualifying 6:00pm DIRTcar Modified Feature 7:30pm National Anthem 7:35pm ARCA Menards Series 100 $40 – Pit Passes Sold Race Day Only $50 – 2-Day Pit Passes *Pit bracelet entitles holder entrance to pit area and bleacher seating only, NOT reserved grandstand seating.

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FAIRYTALES

CARLY PEARCE

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FLO RIDA

LARRY the CABLE GUY with Derrick Stroup

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THURSDAY

SOUTHERN ILLINOISAN

Free ENTERTAINMENT TENT FRIDAY, AUG 25

7:30pm...........................................................................................................Avery Kern

SATURDAY, AUG 26

2:30pm........................................................................................... Hoot N Holler Band 5:00pm................................................................................................ Lane Davis Band 7:30pm................................................................................................ Lip Sync Contest

SUNDAY, AUG 27

1:00pm.................................................................................... Pigtail/Ponytail Contest 1:30pm.......................................................................................................Smile Contest 3:00pm..............................................................................................................Corn Fish 7:00pm....................................................................................................................Kelli B

MONDAY, AUG 28

7:00pm.....................................................................................................Cherry & Jerry

TUESDAY, AUG 29

7:00pm............................................................................................................. Kevin Fox

WEDNESDAY, AUG 30

7:00pm................................................................................................................Grayson

THURSDAY, AUG 31

7:00pm.......................................................................................................Rabbit in Red

FRIDAY, SEP 1

7:00pm....................................................................................... Cody Galloway Music

SATURDAY, SEP 2

4:30pm...................................................................................... Snowbird Street Band 7:00pm......................................................................... Calico Creek Bluegrass Band

SUNDAY, SEP 3

4:00pm............................................................................................ Cody Phillips Band 7:00pm.................................................................................................... Talent Contest

MONDAY, SEP 4

2:00pm................................................................................................Lipstick Mayhem

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About the 2023 FREE SHOWS Avery Kern is a singer/songwriter from central Illinois. She currently lives in Nashville, TN as a musician and songwriter. Avery finished in the Top 68 on American Idol Season 18. She plays a variety of music that is appreciated by all ages. Videos and pictures can be found on Facebook, YouTube and TikTok @AveryKernMusic. She is scheduled to perform in the The Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent on Friday, August 25 from 7:30 – 9:30 pm.

Calico Creek Bluegrass Band has been together for over 10 years and opening for the Southern Illinois Opry for 5 years. They play local churches, town festivals and local businesses. Check them out at the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent from 7 – 9 pm on Saturday, September 2.

Cherry and Jerry are a piano/percussion ragtime-era duo that play

ragtime, early blues and jazz. They have performed at the Illinois State Fair, many museums, libraries and other venues in Illinois and the Midwest. They will be taking the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent on Monday, August 28 from 7 – 9 pm.

Cody Galloway has been performing all over southern Illinois. He

plays acoustic covers from a variety of classic rock and country bands, i.e. The Eagles, REO, Morgan Wallen to name a few. He has performed the national anthem and played during the Veteran’s Day event at the Du Quoin State Fair. He is scheduled to play on Friday, September 1 in the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent.

Cornfish is an uplifting spirited group with a multi-genre show. Playing a

variety of music such as Bob Seager, Elton John, The Eagles, Jamey Johnson.

They have played at festivals in southern Illinois and the Southeast Mo area for the past several years. Come see them at the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent from 3 – 6 pm on Sunday, August 27.

Disc-Connected K-9’s have provided Frisbee Dog entertainment around the word for over 25 hours, performing for some of the most amazing audiences.

The shows are choreographed to music, with hundreds of freestyle moves and tricks. Their professionally trained team members and 16 performing dogs will amaze your audience.

Don’t settle for the best in your area, choose the best in the world! They will provide daily entertainment located just off Expo Drive.

Ducky Derby Dash will be benefiting Region K Special Olympics athletes on Sunday, September 3. Each duck adoption purchased helps people with disabilities. Special Olympics transforms the lives of people with intellectual disabilities, allowing them to realize their potential in sports and in life. Their programs enhance physical fitness, motor skills, self-confidence, social skills and encourage family and community support. The fun will start at 1:00 pm on race day so come join us, enjoy some entertainment and ducky family fun. Watch the 10,000 duckies splash into the pond and waddle their way to the finish line at 3:00 pm at the Expo Hall Lake. Don’t forget to adopt your ducky.

Grayson is an Australian-born country singer. He is extremely talented

with his guitar playing, magnetic personality, and soft voice. Grayson effortlessly creates and maintains a direct connection with his audience using natural dialogue that elevates the experience from a typical performanceaudience interaction into a captivating and relatable peer-to-peer experience.

Grayson will be playing in the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent on August 30 from 7 – 9 pm. You don’t want to miss this show!

Helping Hands is an agricultural education exhibit for kids located

just outside the Expo Hall. Children (ages 3-10) become farm hands at this free, hands-on exhibit as they are provided the opportunity to experience the agricultural process, beginning at the farm and ending at the market.

The children and their families don their work apron and fire up their imaginations to help with farm chores, collect goods to sell at the farmer’s market, and then spend their “earnings” on real products made from the farm at the grocery store.

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Hoot N Holler Band is a 4-piece local Southern Illinois band. They

delight their audiences with a wide variety of Classic Country, New Country, Blues, Southern Rock, and even some good ol’ 60’s Rock N Roll. They will be at the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent on Saturday, August 26, 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm.

Kevin Fox is a solo acoustic show featuring classic rock, southern rock

and 90’s country. His performance date is Tuesday, August 29 from 7 – 9 pm at the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent

Kelli B singer/pianist that plays all different genres. Has had the opportunity to entertain at vineyards, festivals, restaurants, private events ad more all over the Midwest. She will be at the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent on Sunday, August 27, 7 – 9 pm.

Lane Davis Band is a young and upcoming band that plays a bit

everything, alternative, country western, rhythm & blues, and classic rock.

They are a natural in live venues. Check them out at Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent on Sunday, August 29, 5:30 pm.

Lipstick Mayhem is a pop and classic rock group. Songs you all know from Journey, Joan Jet to Prince. They play at a variety of locale throughout Southern Illinois. Monday, September 4, from 2 – 5 pm they will be rocking the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent.

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show This family have been producing

the most Death-Defying Thrill and Circus Acts of all time. They are among the most respected aerial stunt artists in the world today. For more than 50 years, they have been thrilling audiences with their sensational Sky-High Swaypoles, the Astro Nocks Daring Spacewheel, the Skykings Skycycle, Nock the Clown, and the Nocks Globe of Fear. Check them out daily just off Expo Drive.

The Reflector / Sparkle / Robocars are a strolling free

grounds entertainment that will totally amaze their audiences. With over 6,000 mirrors attached to The Reflector’s suit, he literally turns into a human mirror ball. He definitely captures a lot of attention, whether he’s interacting with intrigued guests, or enjoying dancing to the event music. Sparkle is the female version, whose costume is also covered with 1,000’s of mirrors. She `sparkles’ and shines, as she strolls, dances and poses for pictures. Robocars including a full size yellow Chevy Camaro & Police Car stand nearly 15ft tall.

These unbelievable huge, transitioning cars are a crowd pleaser as they transition into larger-than-life robots within moments. You don’t want to miss these spectacular crowd pleasers. They will be strolling the fairgrounds daily for your entertainment.

Rabbit in Red is a four-piece original alt rock/jam band. They are known for their high energy rock and funk music. They are a cross between the Foo Fighters and Phish. You can catch this live high action show on Thursday, August 31 from 7:30 – 9:00 pm on the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Stage off Midway Drive.

Show-Me Safari’s Petting Zoo is family-owned and provides

the public with an opportunity to interact with a variety of animals in a safe, educational environment. The interactive area allows you to meet some wonderful farm animals. Feed are available to purchase. Pony rides are also available for our youngest fairgoers to enjoy. This complete petting zoo is fun for the entire family. Show-Me Safari is located on Expo Drive and will open at 4:00 pm daily and Noon on weekends.

Show-Me Safari’s Pig Races have proven to be an excellent

crowd-pleasing entertainment with a touch of class. Both children and adults love to see these little “hams” race to the finish line. The audience is entertained and enthused through the provided comedy and audience participation. Check out their race times at their location on Expo Drive.

Snowbird Street Band is a traveling musical duo playing Bluegrass, Folk, Americana, Punk and Irish. Check out their talent on Saturday, September 2 from 4:30 – 6:30 pm at the Southern Illinoisan Free Entertainment Tent. dsf.illinois.gov

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Grandstand Stage Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 7:30pm–9:30pm...........Avery Kern...................................... SI Free Entertainment Tent 8:00pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle / Robocars....Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:30pm............................Fabulous Thunderbirds................... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage 9:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive 9:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive

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SATURDAY, AUG 26 Governor’s Day presented by

A special welcome today to DCFS and Pepsi located at the VIP tents. Enjoy your day at the Fair!

11:00am...........................Deviled Eggs Cooking Contest......................Expo Hall Stage Noon................................Motocross/ATV Races.......................................Half-Mile Track 12:30pm..........................The Reflector / Sparkle............................................ VIP Picnics 1:00pm.............................Kids Favorite Cookie........................................Expo Hall Stage 2:00pm............................Fairy Tales on Ice................................Southern Illinois Center Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 2:30pm–4:30pm...........Hoot N Holler Band...................... SI Free Entertainment Tent 3:00pm............................Quarterback Challenge.................................North of VIP Tent The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 4:00pm............................Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo.................................. Expo Drive 4:30pm............................Beard or Mullet Contest..............................RollnUp Beer Tent Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive SIU Ski Show........................................................... On the Lake 5:00pm–7:00pm...........Lane Davis...................................... SI Free Entertainment Tent 5:00pm............................Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds Whippoorwill Rodeo.............................................. Horse Arena 6:00pm............................Fairy Tales on Ice................................Southern Illinois Center The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive 6:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 7:00pm............................Downstate Music Company........... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:30pm............................Carly Pearce........................ River Radio/Pepsi MidAmerica w/Edwin McCain Grandstand Stage FIREWORKS FOLLOWING SHOW

Lip Sync Battle.............................. SI Free Entertainment Tent 8:00pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive 8:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 9:30pm............................TBA...................................................... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

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DAILY SCHEDULE SUNDAY, AUG 27 Veteran’s Day presented by

A special welcome today to our Veterans located in the Expo Hall. Enjoy your day at the Fair!

8:00am............................Firefighter Waterball Competition registration begins at 7am Located on Lake Lane, just north of Derby Lane behind Expo Bldg

12:30pm..........................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Expo Hall (Veterans Day) 1:00pm.............................Ponytail/Pigtail Contest............... SI Free Entertainment Tent 1:30pm.............................Smile Contest................................ SI Free Entertainment Tent Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 2:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 3:00pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds Corn Fish........................................ SI Free Entertainment Tent 4:00pm............................Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo.................................. Expo Drive 4:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 5:00pm............................Not So Newlywed Show......................................... Expo Stage Catfish Willie...................................... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage Robocar..............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 6:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:00pm............................Robocar..............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds Kelli B.............................................. SI Free Entertainment Tent 7:30pm............................Queen’s Blvd..................................... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage 8:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:30pm.........................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive

VETERANS DAY

AT THE EXHIBITION HALL

Please join the State of Illinois and the Du Quoin State Fair on this special day honoring the men and women who have courageously served our Nation’s Armed Forces.

10:00am–2:00pm Benefits Expo Noon–1:30pm Veterans Lunch FREE to Veterans and Immediate Family 11:30am–1:30pm Cody Galloway 1:35pm–2:30pm Veterans Day Program

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DAILY SCHEDULE MONDAY, AUG 28 Agriculture/Youth Day presented by Modern Woodmen of America

12:30pm..........................The Reflector / Sparkle.............................. Strolling VIP Picnic 4:00pm............................Harness Racing..........................Pepsi MidAmerica Mile Track Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo.................................. Expo Drive 4:30pm............................FFA Farmyard Follies............................................ Horse Arena Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 5:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 5:30pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 6:30pm............................Chili Contest............................................................. Expo Stage West of 57.......................................... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:00pm............................ITPA Truck and Tractor Pulls............................Half-Mile Track Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive Cherry & Jerry............................... SI Free Entertainment Tent 7:30pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:00pm............................Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 9:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds TUESDAY, AUG 29 Republican Day presented by

A special welcome today to The Sunshine Picnic at VIP Tent 1. And to the Republicans in VIP Tent 2.

Enjoy your day at the Fair!

8:00am–3:00pm...........Susan Boswell Memorial Sunshine Picnic............. VIP Tent 1 9:30am–6:30pm...........Cowboy Mounted Shoot...................................... Horse Arena 11:00am...........................Robocars.....................................................Strolling VIP Picnics 4:00pm............................Harness Racing..........................Pepsi MidAmerica Mile Track Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo.................................. Expo Drive 4:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 5:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 5:30pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 6:00pm............................Mystery Sack Cooking Contest......................Expo Hall Stage 6:30pm............................Not Guilty Band................................. RollnUp Beer Tent Stage Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds

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7:00pm............................ITPA Truck & Tractor Pulls................................Half-Mile Track Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive 7:00pm–9:00pm...........Kevin Fox........................................ SI Free Entertainment Tent 7:30pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 9:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds

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DAILY SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY, AUG 30 Senior Day

1:00pm–3:00pm............Senior Prom .................................................................Expo Hall Jerry Ford Orchestra

Noon................................Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo.................................. Expo Drive 4:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 5:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 5:30pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 6:00pm............................Crazy Food on a Stick Contest.......................Expo Hall Stage 6:30pm............................Cat Daddy’O Band............................ RollnUp Beer Tent Stage Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive Grayson.......................................... SI Free Entertainment Tent 7:30pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 9:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds

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DAILY SCHEDULE

= Fireworks after show

THURSDAY, AUG 31 Sponsor Appreciation Day presented by

9:00am–2:00pm...........Kids Day at the Fair.....................................................Expo Hall 4:00pm............................Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo.................................. Expo Drive Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive 4:30pm............................Nerveless Nock Thrill Show...................... Just off Expo Drive 5:00pm............................Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 6:00pm............................Back Seat Driving Contest.............. Lot Across from VIP Tent Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive 6:30pm............................Pudding Pie Contest............................................... Expo Stage Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:30pm............................Randy Houser..................... River Radio/Pepsi MidAmerica w/Murphy 500 Grandstand Stage FIREWORKS FOLLOWING SHOW

The Reflector/Sparkle......................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 9:00pm............................The Reflector/Sparkle......................Strolling the Fairgrounds FRIDAY, SEP 1 Illinois Tourism Day presented by

9:00am–2:00pm...........Kids Day at the Fair............................................Expo Hall area 4:00pm............................Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo.................................. Expo Drive 5:00pm–8:00pm...........Illinois Products Expo.................................................Expo Hall 5:00pm............................Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 5:30pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 6:30pm............................Charcuterie Board Contest.............................Expo Hall Stage Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds Dennis Stroughmatt......................... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage and the Honky-Tonk Circus 7:00pm............................Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive Cody Galloway Music.................. SI Free Entertainment Tent 7:30pm............................Dustin Lynch........................ River Radio/Pepsi MidAmerica w/Drew Baldridge Grandstand Stage The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:00pm............................Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 8:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 9:00pm............................Neil Dover Band................................ RollnUp Beer Tent Stage Disc-Connected K9’s.................................. Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds

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A special welcome today to Knight Hawk and SIU. Enjoy your day at the Fair!

9:00am............................Draft Show.............................................................. Horse Arena 10:00am..........................Fajita, Salsa and/or Guacamole.....................Expo Hall Stage Cooking Contest Noon–8:00pm...............Illinois Products Expo......................................Expo Hall Stage 12:30pm..........................Decorated Diaper Contest.........................................Expo Hall The Reflector / Sparkle............................................ VIP Picnics 1:00pm.............................Diaper Derby................................................................Expo Hall Pony/Mule Show.................................................... Horse Arena 1:30pm.............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 2:00pm............................USAC Silver Crown Ted Horn 100 ......Pepsi MidAmerica & Dirtcar Ump Grandstand Modifieds........................................................Magic Mile Track Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive 3:00pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 4:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive 4:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Snowbird Street Band................. SI Free Entertainment Tent 5:00pm............................Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds SIU Ski Show........................................................... On the Lake 6:00pm............................Demo Derby........................................................Half-Mile Track Neil Dover......................................................RollnUp Beer Tent The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive 7:00pm............................Heavy Horse........................................................... Horse Arena Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds Calico Creek Bluegrass Band..... SI Free Entertainment Tent Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 7:30pm............................Flo Rida.................................. River Radio/Pepsi MidAmerica

Grandstand Stage 8:00pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive 9:30pm............................Fan Halen........................................... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

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DAILY SCHEDULE

= Fireworks after show

SUNDAY, SEP 3 First Responder Day

A special welcome today to Modern Woodmen and the Prysmian Group at the VIP Tents. Enjoy your day at the Fair!

8:00am–3:00pm...........Road Rebels Car Show ..................Main Street Gate 1 Zone 1 9:00am............................Mule Show.............................................................. Horse Arena 11:00am–5:00pm..........Illinois Products Expo.................................................Expo Hall 11:00am...........................Robocars............................................ Strolling VIP Tent Picnics Noon................................Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo.................................. Expo Drive 1:00pm.............................IL Horse Puller’s Association............................... Horse Arena Pedal Pull Competition...............................................Expo Hall 1:30pm.............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 2:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive 3:00pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 4:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive 4:00pm............................Cody Phillips Band ...................... SI Free Entertainment Tent 4:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 5:00pm............................Not so Newlywed Show..................................Expo Hall Stage Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 6:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:00pm............................Talent Contest............................... SI Free Entertainment Tent Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:30pm............................Doctor Fever and the....................... RollnUp Beer Tent Stage Venus Flytrap 7:35pm............................ARCA Racing Series...............................Pepsi MidAmerica So IL 100 Mile..................................................Magic Mile Track FIREWORKS FOLLOWING SHOW

8:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 9:00pm............................SCARAB ............................................. RollnUp Beer Tent Stage MONDAY, SEP 4 Labor Day

A special welcome today to Labor’s Union located in the Expo Hall! Enjoy your day at the Fair!

8:00am–3:00pm...........Road Rebels Car Show ..................Main Street Gate 1 Zone 1 11:30am...........................The Reflector / Sparkle........ Strolling VIP Picnic (Expo Hall) 11:00am...........................Illinois (IBRA) Barrel Race...............................Horse Arena Noon................................Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo............................. Expo Drive Noon................................Washer Tournament...............................RollnUp Beer Tent 32

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1:30pm.............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 2:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive Robocars.................................. Strolling VIP Picnic (Expo Hall) 2:30pm............................Cornhole Tournament..................................RollnUp Beer Tent 3:00pm............................The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 4:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive 4:30pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive 5:00pm............................Mix Tape............................................. RollnUp Beer Tent Stage Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 6:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle....................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:00pm............................Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show.................... Just off Expo Drive Robocars............................................Strolling the Fairgrounds 7:30pm............................Larry the Cable Guy........River Radio/Pepsi Mid-America w/Derrick Stroup Grandstand Stage 8:00pm............................Disc-Connected K-9’s................................ Just off Expo Drive The Reflector / Sparkle.......... Strolling VIP Picnic (Expo Hall)

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OPEN-AIR HORSE SHOW EVENTS

Located north, one block past Horse Arena All Events FREE Admission

FRIDAY, AUG 25 7:00pm............................................................Whippoorwill Rodeo SATURDAY, AUG 26 5:00pm............................................................Whippoorwill Rodeo MONDAY, AUG 28 4:30pm...................................................................Farmyard Folies TUESDAY, AUG 29 9:30am–6:30pm..............................Cowboy Mounted Shooting SATURDAY, SEP 2 9:00am................................................................Draft Horse Show 1:00pm...................................................................Pony/Mule Show SUNDAY, SEP 3 9:00am............................................................................Mule Show 1:00pm............................................... IL Horse Pullers Association MONDAY, SEP 4 11:00am.............................................. Illinois Barrel Racing (IBRA)

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COMPETITIVE SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE FRIDAY, AUG 25 6:00pm...................... Twilight Parade............................................................... Inside Fairgrounds High School Marching Band Contest......................... Inside Fairgrounds 7:00pm...................... Whippoorwill Rodeo................................................................. Horse Arena Motocross/ATV Races.......................................................... Half-Mile Track

SATURDAY, AUG 26 9:00am...................... Jr Dairy Show....................................C-Bar Land & Cattle Co Horse Arena 11:00am..................... Deviled Egg Contest............................................................Expo Hall Stage Noon.......................... Motocross/ATV Races.......................................................... Half-Mile Track 1:00pm....................... Jr. Swine Showmanship........................................................Cattle Barn #6 Gilt Show following Showmanship....................................Cattle Barn #6 Quarterback Challenge....................................................North of VIP Tent 1:00pm....................... Kid’s Favorite Cookie..........................................................Expo Hall Stage 3:00pm...................... Quarterback Challenge....................................................North of VIP Tent 4:30pm...................... Beard or Mullet Contest.................................................RollnUp Beer Tent 5:00pm...................... Whippoorwill Rodeo................................................................. Horse Arena 7:30pm...................... Lip Sync Battle.................................................. SI Free Entertainment Tent

SUNDAY, AUG 27 9:00am...................... Open Dairy Show.............................C-Bar Land & Cattle Co Horse Arena Barrow Show..........................................................................Cattle Barn #6 1:00pm....................... Pigtail/Ponytail Contest.................................. SI Free Entertainment Tent 1:30pm....................... Smile Contest.................................................... SI Free Entertainment Tent Mule Show.................................................................................. Horse Arena 2:00pm...................... Jr. Show Overall Showmanship....C-Bar Land & Cattle Co Horse Arena 5:00pm...................... Not So Newlywed Show................................................................Expo Hall

MONDAY, AUG 28 4:00pm...................... Harness Racing........................................... Pepsi MidAmerica Magic Mile 4:30pm...................... FFA Farmyard Follies................................................................ Horse Arena 6:30pm...................... Chili Contest..........................................................................Expo Hall Stage 7:00pm...................... ITPA Truck/Tractor Pulls....................................................... Half-Mile Track

TUESDAY, AUG 29 8:00am-3:00pm...... Susan Boswell Memorial Sunshine Picnic.............................. VIP Tent #1 9:30am-6:00pm...... Cowboy Mounted Shoot.......................................................... Horse Arena 4:00pm...................... Harness Racing........................................... Pepsi MidAmerica Magic Mile 6:00pm...................... Mystery Sack Cooking Contest.................................................. Hall Stage 7:00pm...................... ITPA Truck/Tractor Pulls....................................................... Half-Mile Track

WEDNESDAY, AUG 30 1:00pm-3:00pm....... Senior Prom.....................................................................................Expo Hall 4:00pm...................... Harness Racing........................................... Pepsi MidAmerica Magic Mile 6:00pm...................... Crazy Food on a Stick Contest.....................................................Expo Hall

THURSDAY, AUG 31 9:00am-2:00pm...... Kids Day at the Fair........................................................................Expo Hall 6:00pm...................... Back Seat Driving Contest................................. Lot Across from VIP Tent 6:30pm...................... Pudding Pie Contest.......................................................................Expo Hall

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FRIDAY, SEP 1 9:00am-2:00pm...... Kids Day at the Fair........................................................................Expo Hall 6:30pm...................... Charcuterie Board Contest...........................................................Expo Hall

SATURDAY, SEP 2 9:00am...................... Jr. Dairy Goat Show...............................................................Cattle Barn #4 Draft Horse Show...................................................................... Horse Arena 9:30 am..................... Jr Beef Showmanship.....................C-Bar Land & Cattle Co Horse Arena 10:00am.................... Fajita, Salsa and/or Guacamole Contest....................................Expo Hall 12:30pm.................... Decorated Diaper Contest............................................................Expo Hall 1:00pm....................... Jr Show Breeding Beef...................C-Bar Land & Cattle Co Horse Arena Diaper Derby....................................................................................Expo Hall Pony/Mule Show....................................................................... Horse Arena 2:00pm...................... USAC Silver Crown...................................................................... Magic Mile 4:00pm...................... Market Lambs.........................................................................Cattle Barn #6 6:00pm...................... Demo Derby........................................................................... Half-Mile Track 7:00pm...................... Draft Horse Show...................................................................... Horse Arena

SUNDAY, SEP 3 8:00am-3:00pm...... Road Rebels Car Show.......................................... Main Street Gate 1 area 9:00am...................... Open Dairy Goat Show.........................................................Cattle Barn #4 Breeding Sheep Show..........................................................Cattle Barn #6 Showmanship.........................................................................Cattle Barn #6 9:00am...................... Mule Show........................................................................................Expo Hall 9:30am...................... Open Show Breeding Beef.............C-Bar Land & Cattle Co Horse Arena 1:00pm....................... Pedal Pull Tractor Competition....................................................Expo Hall IL Horse Puller’s Association.................................................. Horse Arena 5:00pm...................... Not So Newlywed Show.....................................................Expo Hall Stage 7:35pm...................... ARCA Racing Series..................................Pepsi Mid-America Grandstand

MONDAY, SEP 4 9:30am...................... Jr Steer Show....................................C-Bar Land & Cattle Co Horse Arena 11:00am..................... IL Barrel Racing......................................................................... Horse Arena Noon.......................... Washer Tournament..........................................Roll N Up Beer Tent Stage 2:30pm...................... Cornhole Tournament.......................................Roll N Up Beer Tent Stage

Special Events Sponsors

DIAMOND SPONSORS

Bigham Farms Du Quoin Tourism GOLD SPONSORS

Farm Credit of Illinois Fenton’s Collision Linzee Insurance Murphysboro Smile Design Suchomski Equipment Inc.

BRONZE SPONSORS

Alongis Clay’s Transmission Climate Solutions Heating & Cooling Dairy Queen of Christopher Filson Appraisal First National Bank of Pinckneyville Heartland AG H & R Agri Power M & M Floor Care Riechmann Bros.

Subway of Christopher The Flower Patch The Upbeat Dance Studio Vogler Ford STAR SPONSORS

Main St. T’s Megan Ashley Photography Razor’s Edge Barber Shop Two Raggedy Sisters Wild Stylez dsf.illinois.gov

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CONTESTS SATURDAY, AUG 26 11:00am........... 4-H Food Challenge Deviled Eggs...............................................Expo Hall Sponsored by U of I Extension–Franklin/Jackson/Perry/Randolph/Williamson Counties 1:00pm............. Kid’s Favorite Cookie.........................................................................Expo Hall Sponsored by Banterra Bank of Du Quoin

MONDAY, AUG 28 6:30pm............ Chili Contest...........................................................................................Expo Hall Sponsored by Perry County Market Place, Pinckneyville

TUESDAY, AUG 29 6:00pm............ Mystery Sack Cooking Contest.....................................................Expo Hall Sponsored by Salon 13

WEDNESDAY, AUG 30 6:00pm............ Crazy Food on a Stick........................................................................Expo Hall Sponsored by Fare Food

THURSDAY, AUG 31 6:30pm............ 4-H Food Challenge Pudding Pie.................................................Expo Hall Sponsored by U of I Extension–Franklin/Jackson/Perry/Randolph/Williamson Counties

FRIDAY, SEP 1 6:30pm............ Charcuterie Board Contest..............................................................Expo Hall Sponsored by Farm Fancy Brewed, Baked and Crafted LLC, Du Quoin, IL

SATURDAY, SEP 2 10:00am.......... 4-H Food Challenge Fajitas, Salsa and/or Guacamole......Expo Hall Sponsored by U of I Extension–Franklin/Jackson/Perry/Randolph/Williamson Counties

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Show Date & Time

In Place By

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Jr Showmanship..............................9/2 @ 9:30am.................. N/A...............................N/A Jr Show Breeding Beef................. 9/2 @ 1:00pm........... 9/1 by Noon.......9/3 after Open Show Open Show Breeding Beef...........9/3 @ 9:30am........... 9/1 by Noon.......9/3 after Open Show Jr Show Steers.................................9/4 @ 9:30am...........9/3 by Noon.......9/4 after Steer Show

DAIRY CATTLE Jr Show Animals..............................8/26 @ 9:00am..........8/24 by 6pm...... 8/27 after Open Show Open Show Animals.......................8/27 @ 9:00am..........8/24 by 6pm...... 8/27 after Open Show

DAIRY GOATS Jr Show Dairy Goats........................ 9/2 @ 9:00am............ 9/1 by 6pm........ 9/3 after Open Show Open Show Dairy Goats................. 9/3 @ 9:00am............9/2 by 6pm........ 9/3 after Open Show

SHEEP Jr Breeding Sheep........................... 9/3 @ 9:00am...........9/2 by 10am.......9/3 after Breed Show Jr Market Lambs.............................. 9/2 @ 4:00pm...........9/2 by 10am.......9/2 after Breed Show Jr Showmanship...........................9/2 after Breeding............... N/A...............................N/A

SWINE Jr Gifts............................................8/26 after Showman..... 8/25 by noon.......8/27 after Gilt Show Jr Barrows.........................................8/27 @ 9:00am......... 8/25 by noon.......8/27 after Gilt Show Jr Showmanship............................. 8/26 @ 1:00pm................. N/A...............................N/A

DRAFT HORSES, PONIES & MULES Horse & Pony Halter Classes...........9/2 @ 9:00am............9/1 by 6pm..............9/3 after show Teams & Hitches................................9/2 @ 1:00pm............. 9/1 by 6pm..............9/3 after show All Horse/Pony/Mule Parade....... 9/2 after last class............... N/A...............................N/A Mule Halter Classes........................ 9/3 @ 9:00am............ 9/1 by 6pm..............9/3 after show Carts & Hitches..................................9/3 @ 1:00pm............. 9/1 by 6pm..............9/3 after show

Du Quoin State Fair Thanks our Generous Livestock-Related Donors:

Bigham Farms Alan, Lori, Bradley Bowers Bramlet Simmentals Buy-A-Farm (Wayne/Jamie Keller & Don Bailey) Carl & Julie Price Friends of Ed Thompson Illinois Beef Association Illinois Pork Producers Krone Farms

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Lakeland College Lane Rinderer Modern Woodmen of America (Nathan Shupe /Lisa Garver) Nutrien Ag (Bruce Pittman) Perry County Farm Bureau R & B Agronomy & Agro Liquid (Kevin Broster) Seed Life (Brian Pittman) Toenyes Show Pig

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HALF-MILE

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MONDAY, AUG 28 – 7:00PM

1050# Super Stock, Light Modified, 8500# Limited Pro Stock, Pro Stock, 11,000# Pro Farm

TUESDAY, AUG 29 – 7:00PM

Antique, 2WD Trucks, Heavy Super Stock, 9500# Pro Farm, 9500#

MOTOCROSS/ATV RACING PIT PASS

RACE ENTRY

$15 – 1 Day

$40 – For A Riders Per Day

$20 – Both Days

$20 – For All Other Riders Per Day

FRIDAY, AUG 25 – 7:00PM

Gate opens @ 3:00pm, Practice @ 5:30pm, Race @ 7pm

SATURDAY, AUG 26 – NOON

Gate opens @ 8:00am, Practice @ 10:00am, Race @ Noon BIKES E BIKE STACYC 50PW 50 JR/SR 65 JR/SR 85 JR/SR SUPERMINI 16-24 250 B/C OPEN B/C PLUS CLASS GIRLS/WOMEN MONEY CLASS 250A, OPEN A

QUADS MONEY CLASS QUAD A BEGINNER 50-110CC 70 - 124CC 125 - 299CC 300CC & UP UTILITY QUAD 200CC, 900CC, 4WD Must be 18+ years for utility quad

DEMOLITION DERBY

$10 – Adults (13+) / $5 – Kids (3-12) / FREE – Under 3

SATURDAY, SEP 2 – 6:00PM

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2023 DU QUOIN STATE FAIR

SPONSORS Thank you to the following for their Sponsorship of the 2023 Du Quoin State Fair. We appreciate their support!

Arthur Agency Banterra Corp.

Black Diamond RV Brick N Stones Bristol Broadcasting Buy A Farm Land & Auction Co, LLC Cardinal Buildings Carter Turf and Tractor Clayton Homes Du Quoin Chevrolet Fare Foods HITZ 107.3 The Beat Idea Creative KBSI Fox 23 KFVS12 Little Egypt Golf Cars, LLC Majestic Enterprize, Inc.

Modern Woodmen of America Paxton Media Group (WPSD-TV) Pepsi Mid-America Perry County Farm Bureau Reed’s Metal LLC River Radio RollnUp Smoke Shop Rural King Silkworm, Inc. S I Lawn & Landscape Sydenstricker/Nobbe Partners Stratemeyer Media Group The Southern Illinoisan Tru-Bilt Buildings WSIL-TV3 Zoomer’s RV

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One lucky winner will win a

Lifted 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500!

DRAWING WILL BE HELD

September 4, 2023 TICKET PRICE: $100

Proceeds will be donated to

NubAbility’s goal is to get kids out of the stands, off the bench, and into the game so they can excel confidently in sports and in life. #DontNeed2 NubAbility was founded in Du Quoin but its impact and reach is worldwide.

a world-class research university in your own backyard.

SIU. Making it real.

Saluki Commitment.

Our pledge to bridge the financial gap for qualified Illinois students.

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