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2023 Du Quoin State Fair Daily Schedule Preview

Fairgrounds Open:

Weekdays: 4:00 p.m. to Midnight Weekends: Noon to Midnight Labor Day: Noon to 9:00 pm

Carnival Open:

Weekdays: 5:00 - 11:00 pm Weekends: Noon - Midnight Labor Day: Noon - 9:00 pm

Admission: Free for all ages!

Friday, August 25

Family Night presented by KGMO

Saturday, August 26

Governor’s Day presented by The Stratemeyer Media Group

Sunday, August 27

Veterans Day presented by WSIL-TV3

Monday, August 28

Agriculture Youth Day presented by Modern Woodmen of America

Tuesday, August 29

Republican Day presented by The Stratemeyer Media Group

Wednesday, August 30

Senior Day presented by Heartland Coca-Cola

Thursday, August 31

Sponsor Appreciation Day presented by Pepsi Mid-America

Friday, September 1

Illinois Tourism Day

Saturday, September 2

SIU/College Day / Coal Heritage Day presented by WPSD TV-6

Sunday, September 3

(Firefighters, Police Officers, EMTs who show badge will receive free admission.)

Monday, September 4

Labor Day

A Tribute to Fred Huff

last July. “I did all the hiring. Bill (Hayes) took me under his wing and took me to booking agents and all that for two years when he went to see them.

“Then he said, ‘Okay, you do the booking now.’ I did the booking, but only with Bill’s approval. He had to give me final approval.”

Bill Hayes sold the fairgrounds to the Saad Jabr family in 1979 after more than 50 years of family ownership.

The State of Illinois then bought the fairgrounds in 1986 for a reported $3.35 million (which would be more than $8 million in today’s dollars when adjusted for inflation) and has operated it ever since.

“I am grateful to the State of Illinois for buying this fair because if they didn’t, it would not be here,” said Jaynes Hayes Rader, granddaughter of fair founder William R. Hayes, during a “Fair Memories” panel discussion as part of the 2018 festivities. “It was simply too much for private ownership to handle.”

By Pete Spiter Weekly-Press

DU QUOIN – There will be a bit of a cloud hanging over the Du Quoin State Fair this year, as it is the first without one of the city’s famous residents: Fred Huff Sr.

Huff died in March at age 94, just six months after the state celebrated the 100th fair (which technically was the 99th after COVID canceled the 2020 festivities).

Huff was a known writer, historian and promoter of Southern Illinois athletics and entertainment who wrote his first news story for the Du Quoin Evening Call at age 16 in 1945, covering a fire at the fairgrounds’ 3,000-seat, all-wood grandstand.

While plans were already in progress to move the fair several blocks east to its current location, an army of workers labored intensively for five weeks to complete enough of the present grandstand to hold the 1945 fair on schedule.

The orchestra seating was not in place and the seats in the upper grandstand were folding chairs, but the fair opened on time.

“As you can imagine, a lot of people came out to see the new grandstand,” said Huff, who called the rapid construction an “amazing achievement” in a 2018 interview with the Weekly-Press. “And the Du Quoin State Fair is one of the best-attended events in Southern Illinois.”

Huff was named publicity director for the fair in 1971 and a year later, assumed overall management of Hayes Fair Acres and the fair’s annual exhibition and celebrity showcase.

“We had some damn good fairs in the 1970s,” Huff said

Huff has previously credited Charles E. “Chuck” Flynn for his role in the growth of the 10-day fair, which drew more than 170,000 people to the fairgrounds last year - an increase of 13.5 percent from 2021.

A personal friend of Donald Hayes, the younger son of W.R. Hayes, Flynn - according to Huff - knew every important sports media person in the United States.

Flynn once famously rented 28 typewriters and brought in two Western Union agents to aid in national and international media coverage of the fair.

“Chuck knew these people not only professionally, but personally,” Huff said in previous comments to this newspaper. “The job that Chuck Flynn did to get the people here was outstanding.”

Among Huff’s published works are “The History of the Du Quoin State Fair (19232002)” and “The Hambletonian - 1926-1975.”

The Hambletonian, harness racing’s version of the Kentucky Derby, was a Du Quoin State Fair staple from 1957 to 1980.

“Fred was one of the staples for the fairgrounds,” Du Quoin State Fair Manager Josh Gross said last year. “The amount of time and effort he has put into the success of the fairgrounds for the past eight decades is just unprecedented.

“We’ll definitely miss him.”

Ducky Derby Returns to the Du Quoin State Fair

On September 3, the 2023 Ducky Derby Dash to benefit Special Olympics Illinois race day begins at 1pm and the ducks begin their race at 3pm.

Prior to the duck race, volunteers come together and place numbered tags on the bottom of every duck that plans to race. Each number corresponds to someone who has adopted a duck. The ducks are carried to the water and then dumped in at the start of the race!

You do not have to be present to win, but it’s a lot of fun to attend Race Day! There may also be pop up prizes awarded for anyone who purchases a Quack Pack, a Flock of Ducks or a Derby Donor package. All activities, entertainment, and give-a-ways are free on Race Day. However, to adopt a duck the cost is $5.

Cost of Ducks:

Single duck: $5

Quack Pack (6 ducks for the price of 5): $25

Quacker’s Dozen (13 ducks for the price of 10): $50 Flock of Ducks (Get 24 ducks in the race for the price of 20) $100.00

Ducky Derby Donor (Get 60 ducks in the race for the price of 50) $250.00

You can adopt ducks until approximately 2:30 p.m. (or when ducks sell out) on Race Day at the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds. Online adoptions will remain open until 2pm. (or sooner depending on sales).

Visit DUCKYDERBYDASH.COM for detailed information.

Du Quoin State Fair Twilight Parade

This year experience the Twilight Parade!

Since 1959

Each year, the Du Quoin State Fair holds a Twilight Parade to proudly announce the opening of the annual showcase in Du Quoin. The 2023 parade will be held on Friday, August 25 at 6pm.

The annual Twilight Parade will be self-contained on fairgrounds property. The staging area for the parade will take place on Executive Drive, just south of the mile track, just inside Gate 8 off of Bob Green Drive. The parade will step off from the south end of Grandstand Avenue and make its way to Main Street. From there the parade will turn west on Main Street and continue to Pacer Avenue. The parade will turn south onto Pacer and exit Gate 6 back on to Bob Green Avenue.

There is something for both young and old in the parade – from marchers to riders on horseback and you too can be a part of the fun. The Du Quoin State Fair is looking for groups who are interested in participating in the parade. This year’s theme is “Harvest the Fun”.

DQ State Fair Twilight Parade Route

Admission Information

FairgrounD opens:

Weekdays: 4:00 p.m. to Midnight

Weekends: noon to Midnight

Labor Day: noon to 9:00 pm

CarnivaL opens:

Weekdays: 5:00 - 11:00 pm

Weekends: noon - Midnight

Labor Day: noon - 9:00 pm

parking

Main parking Lot (rt. 14 entrance) ................................ $10 daily gate 1 parking Lot (u.s. 51 entrance) ........................... $15 daily gate 4 parking Lot (Jackson st. entrance) ................... $10 daily gate 1 and/or 4 parking - season pass .................................. $30

note: all inside public parking (including aDa) - $15; outside parking $10 no weather-related reimbursements will be made.

ContaCt inForMation

administration: 618-542-1515

Ticket Office: 618-542-1535

tDD: 618-542-1355

Mailing address: 655 executive Drive, Du Quoin, iL 62832

CaMping inForMation

Camping is First-Come, First serve. no reservations are required.

• Campgrounds Open Year Round

• $25.00 per night/unit

• 1000+ sites with electric & water

• Unlimited primitive camping

• 2 bath houses (toilets & showers)

• 1 dump station

• Fishing Lake access (license required, no boats)

CarnivaL

This Year’s Highlights

Twilight Parade

Live Musical Entertainment

Livestock Shows

Harness Racing

Auto Racing Rodeos

Senior Center with Daily Entertainment

Culinary, Hobbies, Agricultural Exhibits

Free Family Entertainment

• HOURs:

Monday-Friday: 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

saturday & sunday: Noon - 11:00 p.m.

Labor Day: noon - 9:00 p.m.

• AdvANCe sALe - Ride ARmbANds: advance armbands can be purchased for $20 at various Casey store locations for a limited time. after that prices will be $30.

• RegULAR PRiCe ARmbANds & iNdividUAL TiCkeTs: armbands: $25 Weekdays (good for one day of unlimited rides!) armbands: $30 Weekends (good for one day of unlimited rides!)

individual tickets: $1.50/ticket (most rides require 3-4 tickets) sheet of 20 Tickets: $25 & sheet of 50 Tickets: $60

Child under 36 inches must be ridden with a PAYiNg AdULT

Daily events:

Saturday, August 26 Governor’s Day

Highlights: Motocross ATV Racing

Carly Pearce w/ Edwin McCain

7:30 PM & Gates Open 1 Hour Prior to the Concert

Daily events

Deviled Eggs Cooking Contest 11:00am Expo Hall Stage Motocross/ATV Races

The Reflector / Sparkle 12:30pm VIP Picnics

Kid’s Favorite Cookie (Sponsored by Banterra Bank of Du Quoin)

Expo Hall Stage

Disc-Connected K9’s

Just off Expo Drive

Southern Illinois Center Robocars

Fairy Tales on Ice

Strolling the fairgrounds Hoot N Holler Band

So IL Free Entertainment Tent Quarterback Challenge

North of VIP Tent

Presented by The Stratemeyer Media Group

Sunday, August 27 Veterans Day at the Fair

Presented by WSIL-TV3

Highlights: Travis Denning with Conner Smith

7:30

Daily events

Highlights:

Harness Racing

Daily events

Tuesday, August 29 Republican Day

Presented by The Stratemeyer Media Group

Highlights: Harness Racing

ITPA Truck and Tractor Pull

Daily events

Susan Boswell Memorial Sunshine Picnic 8am - 3pm VIP Tent 1

Cowboy Mounted Shoot 9:30am - 6:30pm Open-Air Horse Show

Robocars 11:00am Strolling VIP picnics

Show Me Safari Petting Zoo 4:00pm Expo Drive

Harness Racing 4:00pm Pepsi MidAmerica Mile Track

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 4:30pm Just off Expo Drive

Disc-Connected K9’s 5:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Robocars 5:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

The Reflector / Sparkle 5:30pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Mystery Sack Cooking Contest (Sponsored by Salon 13) 6:00pm Expo Hall

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 6:30pm Just off Expo Drive

Not Guilty Band (country western, classic rock) 6:30pm RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

Robocars 6:30pm Strolling the fairgrounds

ITPA Truck & Tractor Pulls 7:00pm Half Mile Track

Disc-Connected K9’s 7:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Kevin Fox 7:00pm So IL Free Entertainment Tent

The Reflector / Sparkle 7:30pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 8:30pm Just off Expo Drive

Disc-Connected K9’s 9:00pm Just off Expo Drive

The Reflector / Sparkle 9:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Highlights:

Harness Racing

Daily

Thursday, August 31

Sponsor Appreciation Day

Presented by Pepsi Mid-America

Highlights: Randy Houser with Murphy 500

Daily events

Kids Day at the Fair 9am - 2pm Expo Hall

Taylor Kearney (Aternative/old country rock) 3:00pm RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

Show-Me Safari Petting Zoo 4:00pm Expo Drive

Disc-Connected K9’s 4:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 4:30pm Just off Expo Drive

Robocars 5:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Disc-Connected K9’s 6:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Back Seat Driving Contest 6:00pm Lot across from VIP Tent

4-H Food Challenge Pudding Pie (Sponsored by U of I ExtensionFranklin/Jackson/Perry/Randolph/Williamson counties) 6:30pm Expo Hall

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 6:30pm Just off Expo Drive

Robocars 6:30pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Rabbit in Red (rock & funk music) 7:00pm So IL Free Entertainment Tent

Randy Houser w/Murphy 500 7:30pm River Radio/Pepsi MidAmerica Grandstand Stage

Southern Discomfort (southern rock) 7:30pm RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

The Reflector / Sparkle 7:30pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Disc-Connected K9’s 8:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Robocars 8:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 8:30pm Just off Expo Drive

The Reflector / Sparkle 9:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Friday, September 1

Illinois Tourism Day

Sponsored by KBSI

Highlights:

Dustin Lynch

Daily events

Kids Day at the Fair 9am - 2pm Expo Hall area

Show Me Safari Petting Zoo 4:00pm Expo Drive

Robocars 5:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

The Reflector / Sparkle 5:30pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Charcuterie Board Contest (Sponsored by Farm Fancy Brewed, Baked & Crafted LLC, Du Quoin, IL) 6:30pm Expo Hall

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 6:30pm Just of Expo Drive

Dennis Stroughmatt and the Honky-Tonk Circus (country western, popular music) 6:30pm RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

Robocars 6:30pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Disc-Connected K9’s 7:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Cody Galloway Music 7:00pm So IL Free Entertainment Tent

Dustin Lynch w/Drew Baldridge 7:30pm River Radio/Pepsi MidAmerica Grandstand Stage

The Reflector / Sparkle 7:30pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Robocars 8:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 8:30pm Just of Expo Drive

Disc-Connected K9’s 9:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Neil Dover Band (country western, beachy, popular) 9:00pm RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

The Reflector / Sparkle 9:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Illinois Products Expo 5pm - 8pm Expo Hall

Saturday, September 2 SIU/College Day & Coal Heritage Day

Snowbird Street Band (bluegrass/folk) 4:30pm So IL Free Entertainment Tent

Robocars 5:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Disc-Connected K-9’s 6:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Neil Dover (country western, beachy, popular) 6:00pm RollnUp Beer Tent

The Reflector/Sparkle 6:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Heavy Horse 7:00pm Horse Arena

Highlights:

Flo Rida

USAC Silver Crown Ted Horn 100 & Dirtcar

Ump Modifieds

Demolition Derby 6:00 pm

Daily events

4-H Food Challenge Expo Hall Fajitas, Salsa and/or Guacamole

(Sponsored by U of I Extension_Franklin/Jackson/Perry/Randolph/Williamson counties) 10:00am Expo Hall Fajita, Salsa and/or

Nerveless Nocks Thrill Show 7:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Robocars 7:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Calico Creek Bluegrass Band 7:00pm So IL Free Entertainment Tent

Flo Rida 7:30pm River Radio/Pepsi MidAmerica Grandstand Stage

Disc-Connected K-9’s 8:00pm Just off Expo Drive

The Reflector / Sparkle 8:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Fan Halen (Van Halen Tribute Band) 9:30pm RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

Presented by WPSD TV-6

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2023 Illinois Products Expo

illinois products will be here three days only Fri. sept. 1, 5-8 pm, sat. sept. 2, 11 am-8 pm and sun. sept. 3, 11 am -5 pm there will be more then 20 vendors bringing their free food sample, as well as kettle corn, soaps, lip balm, essential oil products, birdhouses, wood & gourd crafts, honey, jelly, salsa, seasonings, coffee, herbal tea and many more. plus, there will be several wineries on board for wine tasting.

Featuring:

Leedle Home Bees -honey, creamed honey, lip balms

Cockrum’s Creations -hot sauce, jellies, rubs

Uncle Joe’s LLC -sauces and rubs

Hippie Child Creations -tye dyed items

Heather’s Bake Shop -baked goods

The Pink Tiger -hot sauce and spices and rubs

Flabby Daddy’s Dips -dips and drink mixes

Joyful Cookie Company -cookies

Tara’s Taste of Rock -homemade rock candy and suckers

Meadows Bluff Farm -goat milk soaps

Olive by Allali Acres -Olive oil

Jeniflower’s Gallery -needle felting, essential oils, paper mache

Pocket Change -gourds and art

Lisa A. Filson

Illinois Certified Residential Appraiser

Sunday, September 3 First Responder Day

First Responder Day presented by W3D Highlights:

ARCA Racing Series

Presented by Menards

Southern Illinois 100 & Dirtcar Ump Modifieds

ARCA Racing Series So IL 100 Mile 7:35pm Pepsi MidAmerica Magic Mile Track

Disc-Connected K-9’s 8:00pm Just off Expo Drive

The Reflector / Sparkle 8:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Scarab (The Journey Experience) 9:00pm RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

Cody Phillips Band 4 - 6pm So IL Free Entertainment Tent

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Monday, September 4 Labor Day

Highlights:

Larry the Cable Guy with Derrick Stroup

Daily events

Disc-Connected

Robocars

Disc-Connected K-9’s

Disc-Connected

The Reflector / Sparkle 6:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Nerveless Nock Thrill Show 7:00pm Just off Expo Drive

Robocars 7:00pm Strolling the fairgrounds

Larry the Cable Guy w/Derrick Stroup 7:30pm River Radio/Pepsi Mid-America Grandstand Stage

Disc-Connected K-9’s 8:00pm Just of Expo Drive

The Reflector / Sparkle 8:00pm Strolling VIP picnic (Expo Hall)

Du Quoin State Fair Special Events Schedule

Friday, august 25

6:00 pM twilight parade inside fairgrounds

6:00 Pm High school marching band Contest inside fairgrounds

7:00 Pm Whippoorwill Rodeo Horse Arena

7:00 Pm motocross/ATv Races Half-mile Track

saturday, august 26

9:00 Am Jr dairy show C-bar Land and Cattle Co Horse Arena

12 Noon motocross/ATv Races Half mile Track

1:00 Pm Jr. swine showmanship Cattle barn #6 1:00 Pm gilt show following showmanship Cattle barn #6 1:00 pM Quarterback Challenge north of vip tent 1:00 Pm kid’s Favorite Cookie expo Hall stage 3:00 pM Quarterback Challenge north of vip tent 4:30 Pm beard or mullet Contest RollnUp beer Tent

5:00 Pm Whippoorwill Rodeo Horse Arena

7:30 Pm Lip sync battle so iL Free entertainment Tent

sunday, august 27 9:00

Wednesday, august 30

thursday, august 31

Du Quoin State Fair Special Events Schedule

saturday,

Southern Illinoisan Free Tent Events

Heartland Coca-Cola Arena Events

Horse pulls, horse and mule shows, barrel racing, farm yard follies and rodeos are some of the activities you can watch at the Open Air Horse Show Arena.

2023 Harness Racing Schedule

Double Draw on thursday, august 24 for Monday, august 28 and tuesday, august 29. entries close at 10:00 am. For all entries please call Hawthorne at (708) 780-3690 or enter online through u.s.t.a. at ustrotting.com

Du Quoin state Fair raCing oFFiCe: (618) 542-1555 (RACe dAYs ONLY)

Monday, august 28, 2023 - post time: 4:00 pM

iCF stakes ($200 est. entry Fee)

PACe - 3-Year-Old Filly (The Time dancer)

TROT - 2-Year-Old Filly (The shawnee)

TROT - 3-Year-Old Colt (The Pronto don)

TROT - 3-Year-Old Filly (The Windy skeeter)

PACe - 2-Year-Old Filly (The director’s Award)

County Fair Challenges (no entry Fee)

entry

illinois topline stake races (no entry Fee)

PACe - 2-Year-Old Colt (The governor’s Cup)

TROT - 2-Year-Old Colt (The darn safe)

Division ($100 est. entry Fee)

PACe - Filly/mare (4 Y.O. & Up)

PACe - Horse/gelding (4 Y.O. & Up)

County Fair Challenges (no entry Fee)

PACe - 2-Year-Old Colt

(overnights may be added)

tuesday, august 29, 2023 - post time: 4:00 pM iCF stakes ($200 est. entry Fee) PACe - 3-Year-Old Colt (The dudley Hanover)

illinois topline stake races (no entry Fee) Trot

Wednesday, august 30, 2023–post tiMe: 4:00pM entries Close Friday, aug 25th at 10:00 a.m. entries taken at Hawthorne 708/780-3690 or enter online

iDoa state Fair races (iCF) ($100 entry Fee – Horses qualified for isFCs Championships not eligible.)

Half Mile Track Schdule

ITPA Truck & Tractor Pulls

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

Monday, august 28, 7:00 pM

1050# Super Stock

Light Modified

8500# Limited Pro stock

Pro Stock

11,000# Pro Farm

tuesday, august 29,7:00 pM

Antique

2WD Trucks

Heavy Super Stock

9500# Pro Farm

9500#

Motocross /ATV Racing

Pit Pass: $15/Day; $20/Both Days

Race Entry Per day $40 for rider per day $20 for all other riders per day

Friday, aug. 25 - 7:00 p.M.

Gates open - 3 pm

Practice - 5:30 pm

saturday, aug 26, noon

Gate Opens - 8 am

Practice - 10 am

BIKES

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 – 124 CC

“ 125 – 299CC

“ 300 CC & up

Utility Quad

200CC-900CC-4WD

Demolition Derby

sat., september 2, 6:00 p.M.

$10 – Adults (13+) $5 – Kids (12 & under) FREE – Under

Upcoming Events

Friday, august 25, 2023

Motocross/ATV Racing Tickets

Spectator $10; Pit Pass per Day $15; Race Entry Per day $20; Pro Race Entry $40

saturday, august 26, 2023

Motocross/ATV Racing Tickets

Spectator $10; Pit Pass per Day $15; Race Entry Per day $20; Pro Race Entry $40

Monday, august 28, 2023

ITPA Truck & Tractor Pulls

Tickets

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

tuesday, august 29, 2023

ITPA Truck & Tractor Pulls

Tickets

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

saturday, september 02, 2023

Demolition Derby

Tickets:

$10 – Adults (13+)

$5 – Kids (12 & under)

FREE – Under

RollnUp Beer Tent Stage

Serving FREE live music and cold refreshments daily during the fair. Located on Main Street and open weekdays from 4:00pm - Midnight, weekends and Labor Day from Noon to Midnight.

Daily events

Friday, august 25, 2023

august 30, 2023

september 1, 2023

Right Lube, Right Application

september 2, 2023

Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Grandstand Information

purchasing grandstand tickets grandstand box Office

Telephone – (618) 542–1535

In Person – located at Du Quoin State Fairgrounds, 655 Executive Drive, Du Quoin, IL 62832 Mail – Mail orders will be accepted once box office has opened for sales.

please mail orders to: Du Quoin State Fair

Attn: Grandstand Box Office

655 Executive Drive Du Quoin, IL 62832

ticketmaster

Online at http://www.ticketmaster.com/ or (800) 745–3000

Concert tickets DO NOT include parking or admission to the Fair. This must be purchased separately.

All adults and children 3 years and older must have a ticket. Children under the age of two will be allowed entry without a ticket; however, they are required to sit on the lap of a ticket holder. All patrons must be prepared to produce a valid ticket at the request of State Fair personnel. Retain your tickets until the conclusion of the performance.

accessible seating

Wheelchair accessible seating is limited to 3 tickets (one disabled & two guests) seating

The Grandstand consists of bleacher seating and reserved seating up into the Grandstand. Please see map for Tier 1 and Tier 2 locations for bleacher and reserved seating.

*Note – No chairs are permitted. The Grandstand is an outdoor venue with a roof that covers only the upper seating locations.

Will Call information and policies

Will Call windows are located inside the Grandstand. Will Call windows will open after 5:00 pm the night of the scheduled event.

Will Call tickets will ONLY be released to the person whose name appears on the Will Call envelope or whose name was provided in the sales transaction. No tickets designated for another person will be released without prior authorization. You will be required to submit your Photo ID to claim your tickets; therefore, your ID must match the name on the Will call envelope. Your order confirmation and purchasing credit card may also be required. A signature from the person authorized to pick up the order will be obtained at the time tickets are claimed. If tickets were purchased through the Box Office and a name changes is necessary, please call the Box Office in advance. If tickets were purchased through Ticketmaster, the name change will have to be made through Ticketmaster in advance.

Cameras and recording Devices

Still photography, audio and video recording equipment is not allowed in the Grandstand.

Food, Drink and artist Merchandise

Drinks, beer and artist merchandise are available for purchase in the Grandstand. Coolers are not allowed.

refunds/exchanges

No exchanges or refunds are permitted.

Weather

All concerts are rain or shine. The decision to cancel a concert due to severe weather is rarely made in advance as weather conditions rapidly change. A concert cancellation is a last resort and made at the very last minute. If the headliner performs there will be no refunds. ** In the event that a concert has been ANNOUNCED by the Fair that it has been cancelled, ticket holders that purchased their tickets via Ticketmaster will be refunded by Ticketmaster back against the card they used to purchase the ticket(s) automatically. Ticket holders that made their ticket purchase through the Box Office, will be required to fill out a Refund form, attach their tickets to the refund form and submit to address on form – a refund check will be mailed to them.

sign Language interpreters

Sign language interpreters are available upon request for all paid Grandstand shows with at least a 14 day notice required. Please call 618-542-1535(voice/TDD) to request a sign language interpreter.

Cooking Contests at The Du Quoin State Fair

4-H FOOd CHALLeNge - deviLLed eggs

Sponsored by: U of I Extension - Franklin, Jackson, Perry, Randolph & Williamson Counties

Saturday, August 26, 2023, 11:00 am – Stage @ Expo Hall

kid’s FAvORiTe COOkie

Sponsored by: Banterra Bank of Du Quoin

Saturday, August 26, 2023, 1:00 p.m. - Stage @ Expo Hall

CHiLi CONTesT

Sponsored by: Pinckneyville Market Place

Monday, August 28, 2023, 6:30 p.m. - Stage @ Expo Hall

mYsTeRY sACk COOkiNg CONTesT

Sponsored by: Salon 13, Du Quoin, IL

Tuesday, August 29, 2023, 6:00 p.m. - Stage @ Expo Hall

CRAZY FOOd ON A sTiCk

Sponsored by: Fare Food

Wednesday, August 30, 2023, 6:00 p.m. - Stage @ Expo Hall

4-H FOOd CHALLeNge - PUddiNg Pie

Sponsored by: U of I Extension - Franklin, Jackson, Perry, Randolph & Williamson Counties

Thursday, August 31, 2023, 6:30 pm – Stage @ Expo Hall

CHARCUTeRie bOARd CONTesT

Sponsored by: Farm Fancy Brewed, Baked and Crafted LLC, Du Quoin

Friday, September 1, 2023, 6:30 pm - Stage @ Expo Hall

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Saturday, September 2, 2023, 10:00 am – Stage @ Expo Hall

Come Checkout All of the Fun in the Expo Hall!

FREE Entertainment Shows and Events

avery k ern ... 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 7:30 – 9:30 pm.

Calico Creek b luegrass b and …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 Illinois Free Entertainment Stage on Monday, August 28 from 7 – 9 pm.

Cody g alloway … has been performing all over southern Illinois, He plays a variety of classic rock and country acoustic cover bands, i.e. Eagle, 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 Illinois Free Entertainment Tent.

Cody Phillips b and … plays country western and classic rock. They are scheduled to play at the Southern Illinois Free Entertainment Tent on Sunday, September 3 from 4 to 6 pm.

Cornfish … is an uplifting spirted 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 Illinois Free Entertainment Tent from 3 – 6 pm on Sunday, August 27.

d isc-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

FREE Entertainment Shows and Events

with his audience using natural dialogue that elevates the experience from a typical performance-audience interaction into a captivating and relatable peer-to-peer experience. Grayson will be playing in the Southern Illinoisan Fee Entertainment Tent on August 30 from 7- 9 pm. You don’t want to miss this show!

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.

g rayson …is an Australian-born country singer. He is extremely talented with his guitar playing. His magnetic personality and soft voice. Grayson effortlessly creates and maintains a direct connection

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.

Hoot and Holler … 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 Free Entertainment Tent on Saturday, August 26, 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm.

k evin 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

FREE Entertainment Shows and Events

elly b onomo … 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 Illinois Free Entertainment Tent on Sunday, August 27, 7 – 9 pm.

Lane d avis b and … 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 Mahem … 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.

t he n erveless n ock t hrill s how …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 SkyHigh Swaypoles, the Astro Nocks Daring Spacewheel, the Skykings Skycycle, Nock the Clown, and the Nocks Globe of Fear.

FREE Entertainment Shows and Events

Check them out daily just off Expo Drive.

t he r eflector / s parkle / r obocars . . . are a strolling free grounds entertainment that 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 15 ft 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.

r abbit in r ed … 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 Illinois Free Entertainment Stage off Midway Drive.

s how- m e s afari’s Petting Zoo …is family-owned and provides the public with an opportunity to interact with a variety of ani -

mals 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 12 Noon on weekends.

s how- m e s afari’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.

s nowbird s treet b and … 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.

New Exciting Events at This Year’s Fair

Ducky Derby Dash… is back again this year and 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 early.

neW this year is the Disc-Connected k’9s. This group of 16 performing dogs will be providing Frisbee Dog entertainment choreographed to music with hundreds of freestyle moves and tricks.

NeW – The Reflector/sparkler/ robocars is a strolling free grounds entertainment that will totally amaze

their audience. The Reflector and Sparkler have more than 6,000 mirrors attached to their suit turn into a human mirror ball. While the Robocars stand over 15 ft tall after transitioning from a car.

neW – the nerveless nock thrill show. Aerial stunt artists producing death-defying thrill and circus acts. They have been thrilling audience with SkyHigh Swaypoles, Daring Spacewheel, the Skykings Skycycle and Nocks Globe of Fear.

Guest Services

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 Hayes Avenue across the street from the First Heat building to obtain a free child id armband. should they become separated from their kids, 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 – 6 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 – have returned and will be providing Free transportation to fair-goers throughout the vast fairgrounds.

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 grandstand. Hours are 8:00am to 6:00pm during the fair. For information, call 618/5421515 (voice) or 888/287-2999 (TTY)

Du Quoin State Fairgrounds Camping Information

Du Quoin s tate Fairgrounds Campground

Over 1,000 hookups with water and electric.

- Du Quoin City Water, Electrical hookup - Three wire grounded - 30 ampsAdapters available for a standard receptacle - 2 bath houses with toilets and showers - 2 Dump stations - Unlimited primitive camping - Covered picnic pavilion with electric and water - Fishing lake access (license required, bank fishing only)Paved roads for biking and walking

APPLiCATiON – RATes – PAYmeNT PROCess:

• Camping is on a first come first served basis. Reservations will not be accepted for the 2023 Fair.

• Camping rate is $25.00 per night beginning August 1, 2023. NO DISCOUNTS.

• Campers must check in at the Campground office prior to parking camper.

• Visa, MasterCard, Discover, check or cash are the only acceptable forms of payment.

• Your campground charge will appear on your credit card statement as DQ Fairgrounds Camping. A convenience fee of 2.25% will be assessed.

• No refunds will be issued.

AdmissiON & PARkiNg POLiCies:

• One vehicle parking placard will be provided with each campsite. Additional vehicles must purchase a parking placard upon arrival at the campground office and park in designated parking lot.

• Every vehicle at the campground, excluding motor homes, will need a paid seasonal parking placard. Starting August 25, 2023, all vehicles will be inspected for appropriate parking placard. Those not displaying the appropriate placard will be subject to tow at the owner’s expense.

• Camping placard must be displayed in camper.

• Lost or stolen parking placards will not be replaced.

CaMping poLiCies:

• Campers will be checked for length upon arrival.

• Campers must enter Gate 3.

• Supply vehicles are not permitted in the campgrounds.

• All pets must be on a leash and confined to the campground area. Owners are responsible for cleaning up after them.

• Disabled camping sites are limited. Campers requiring a disabled location must show proof of disability plates or disability placard.

• Parents are responsible for their children and their behavior.

• No swimming in the lakes. No boats on the lakes.

• NO SWIMMING POOLS.

• No Parking in buildings or pavilions.

• No sleeping in pavilions or restrooms.

• A dump station, showers and restrooms are located in the campgrounds.

• Tram service is available.

• ONLY above ground fire pits are allowed.

• All vehicles, (golf carts and side by sides) must obey rules of the road and be driven by a licensed driver. Proper permit must be purchased at the credentials office located under the grandstand. Vehicle permits must be clearly displayed at all times. No golf carts or side-by sides allowed on main fair loop during fair hours. This will be strictly enforced

Some of the Best Du Quoin State Fair Acts of the Past

• Alabama (1982-85, 1987-88, 1995, 1997)

• America (1975)

• Louis Armstrong (1967)

• The Beach Boys (1983, 1986, 1988,

• Pat Boone (1956, 1973)

• Garth Brooks (1991)

• George Burns (1962)

• Carrot Top (2002)

• Johnny Carson (1964)

• Johnny Cash (1967, 1971-72, 1976,

• Roy Clark (1965-1966, 1986, 1970, 1974, 1976, 1978, 1982, 1991, 2004)

• Nat “King” Cole (1964)

• Alice Cooper (2007)

• Bill Cosby (1978)

• Billy Ray Cyrus (1997, 2001)

• Charlie Daniels Band (1977, 1981, 1985, 1999, 2003, 2009)

• Sammy Davis (1951)

• Doobie Brothers (1999)

• Foreigner (1995, 2014)

• Jeff Foxworthy (1999-2000)

• Gallagher (1987, 1990)

• The Gatlin Brothers (1980, 1986)

• Crystal Gayle (1977, 1985)

• Andy Griffith (1962)

• Merle Haggard (1969, 1982, 2013)

• Hootie and the Blowfish (1999)

• Bob Hope (1950, 1958, 1972, 1979)

• Waylon Jennings (1969-70, 1982, 1987, 1991)

• George Jones (2001, 2006)

• Toby Keith (1994, 2000)

• Kris Kristofferson (1978, 1986)

• Def Leppard (1999)

• Jerry Lee Lewis (1969)

• Liberace (1970)

• Loretta Lynn (1966, 1971, 1974, 1980)

• Barbara Mandrell (1971-72, 1975, 1983, 1988)

• Rebecca McEntire (1985, 1991)

• Tim McGraw (1994, 1996)

• Willie Nelson (1979-1982, 1985-87, 1991)

• Wayne Newton (1970, 1984)

• Oak Ridge Boys (1976, 1979, 1982-83, 1985, 1997)

• The Osmonds (1997)

• Dollie Parton (1969, 1975, 1979)

• Kenny Rogers (1978-1980, 2000, 2014)

• Diana Ross (1970)

• Red Skelton (1963, 1977, 1980)

• Lynyrd Skynyrd (1998, 2003, 2005)

• Sonny and Cher (1973)

• Hank Williams Jr. (1966, 1981, 1993)

• ZZ Top (1997)

Perry County Counseling Center

Providing services in Perry County since 1971

• Outpatient mental health and substance use disorder treatment from ages 5 and older.

• DUI evaluations and Risk education classes as well as DUI groups.

• Supported employment program that assists individuals to become employed.

• Case management program that assists clients with every day needs.

• Supervised residential program that allows individuals to “step down” from a recent hospitalization helping them acclimate back into independent living.

• Supported residential program that assists individuals living independently, but still requiring some assistance.

• Prevention Specialist in Perry County schools educating our youth about substance use disorder.

• We offer telehealth services!

1016 S Madison St, Du Quoin • 618-542-4357

Mon. & Wed. 8-5, Tues. & Thurs. 8 - 6:30 & Fri. 8 - 4

We are a 24 hour crisis hotline, always answered by a person, not a machine.

We accept all MCO’s, Medicaid & most private insurance companies. We offer a sliding fee scale for Perry County residents needing mental health treatment and for all Illinois residents needing substance use disorder treatment that are not covered by any type of Medicaid or insurance.

Above Left: Du Quoin Fairgrounds Manager Josh Gross speaks before the ribbon cutting, kicking off the beginning of the fair last year. Above Right: Jane Hayes Rader speaks on her family and the current Du Quoin Fairgrounds during the ribbon cutting ceremony on August 26, 2022.

Above: Carole Hayes Hill rides as one of the Grand Marshals of the Twilight Parade in celebration of 100 years of the fair.

Above: Governor J.B Pritzker cuts the ribbon kicking off the 100th ever fair week alongside both Jane and Carole Hayes on August 26, 2022. Right: The Budweiser Clydesdales trot down the Grandstand Avenue of the fairgrounds during the 2022 Twilight Parade.

Du Quoin State Fair 2022 Veterans Day Memories

Above: Guest speaker Johnnie Nelson, a 20-year Marine Corps veteran, delivers remarks during the 2022 ceremony. Right: A family member places a rose on the Battlefield Cross for Marine Lance Cpl. Drew Uhles, of Du Quoin, who died in September 2004 during Operation Iraqi Freedom.

Left: Armed forces veterans and their families gather in the Expo Hall on the Du Quoin State Fairgrounds on August 28, 2022 for a special program in honor of Veterans Day at the fair. The event included a complimentary meal. Above: The 566th Band of the Midwest performs prior to the Veterans Day ceremony. Photos by Pete Spitler.

Above Left: Gay Eisenhauer embraces Jerry Costello II, an Air Force veteran himself, during the 2022 rose ceremony. Eisenhauer’s son, U.S. Army Pfc. Wyatt D. Eisenhauer, of Pinckneyville, was killed in action in May 2005. Above Right: U.S. Army Chaplain Maj. Steve Bareis delivers the invocation. Below: Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II delivers remarks.

2022 Miss Du Quoin State Fair Pageant Memories

Left: Retiring Miss Pre-Teen Queen Reese Shivley passes on her title by crowning the new Miss Pre-Teen Queen Dariyan Carney during the Du Quoin State Fair Pageant in 2022.

Above Left: 2021 Retiring Queen Reese Shivley and MacKenzi Hale crown Milly Jones as the new 2022 Junior Miss Du Quoin State Fair during the pageant. Above Right: Retiring Miss Reese Shivley and Mia Castellano crown Piper Jones as the new 2022 Little Miss Du Quoin State Fair. Photos by Lylee Gibbs.

Above Left: Rielynn Williams, Pre-Teen contestant number 2, answers a question during the pageant. Above Center: Eliza Heisner, Miss Pre-Teen contestant, smiles at the crowd. Heisner later went on to win both First Runner Up and Miss Congeniality. Above Right: Lucy Gossett makes her way onto the stage for the last round of the Du Quoin State Fair pageant during the Party Wear portion of the 2022 competition. Photos by Lylee Gibbs.

Above Left: Oaklyn Sneiderwin answers a question asked by Addison Carver about her favorite food at the fair during the competition. Above Right: Retiring Little Miss Mia Castellano leads the shy first contestant Brandi Jo Melvin onto the stage during the 2022 Fair Pageant.

Du Quoin State Fair 2022 Memories

Above: Milly Jones, Junior Miss Du Quoin State Fair, smiles as she makes her way through the parade. Upper Right: Miss Illinois County Fair Queen Addisyn Calloni waves to the camera at the parade. Below: Little Miss Du Quoin State Fair, Piper Jones, waves as she is driven through the Parade. Lower Right: The newly crowned Pre-Teen Miss Du Quoin State Fair, Dariyan Carney, waves to the crowd.

Du Quoin Middle School Marching Warriors perform for the crowd during the Twilight Parade on Friday, August 26. Photos by Lylee Gibbs.

Above: A Budweiser Clydesdale glances towards the camera while helping pull the Budweiser cart for the parade.

A young girl tosses some candy to the crowd who came to watch the Twilight Parade.

Above: Mia Castellano waves to the crowd during the Twilight Parade. Right: Miss Du Quoin Lilianna Perez stands high on her float as she waves to the crowd during the Twilight Parade on August 26, 2022. Photos by Lylee Gibbs.

Du Quoin State Fair 2022 Memories

Left: Cody Galloway performs the national anthem. Above: Clockwise from left Vietnam combat veteran Wayne Halstead, Bobbie Ingram and J.T. Ingram. The Ingrams are celebrating 61 years of marriage in 2022. Photos by Pete Spitler.

Left: Retiring Junior Miss MacKenzi Hale stands with the newly crowned Junior Miss Milly Jones and First Runner Up Korie Blades during the pageant. Above: Retiring Miss Pre-Teen Reese Shivley takes her last walk across the stage smiling in 2022.

Above Left: Retiring Miss Pre-Teen Reese Shivley presents Eliza Heisner stand with both First Runner Up and Miss Congeniality awards during the Du Quoin State Fair Pageant on August 23, 2022. Above Right: Mia Castellano stands with Oaklyn Sniderwin who was awarded with First Runner Up during the Du Quoin State Fair Pageant. Photos by Lylee Gibbs.

FUN!

Marshall Browning Hospital has an Urgent Care Clinic and Emergency Department right up the road, 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 too.

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 located 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

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