SPRINGFIELD, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois State Fair Box Office opens Monday, June 2, with exclusive in-person deals for ticket buyers. For one day only, each concert or event ticket purchased in person will come with a free adult admission ticket — making entrance to the fair free for same-day buyers. The first 50 customers will also receive a free State Fair Foodie Pass that includes tasty perks like mini donuts, fries, and corndogs from local fair favorites.
Regular box office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Tickets for all Grandstand concerts, The Arena, and car races are available at the box office.
Concert headliners for the 2025 Illinois State Fair (Aug. 7–17) include Jake Owen (Aug. 8), The Black Crowes (Aug. 9), Snoop Dogg (Aug. 13), Sheryl Crow (Aug. 12), Brad Paisley (Aug. 14), The Chainsmokers (Aug. 15), and Def Leppard (Aug. 16), among others. Megan Moroney’s Aug. 10 show is already sold out.
Discounted Mega Passes offering unlimited rides are on sale for $80 ($90 with Giant Slide) until July 31. Admission booklets and parking passes are also available: $45 for 11 any-day admissions and $40 for an 11-day infield parking pass.
“Box Office opening day is the perfect opportunity for families to start planning their summer fun,” said Fair Manager Rebecca Clark. “With so many great discounts, it’s an affordable way to make lasting memories.”
Tickets can also be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com, the only official online source. For more updates, follow the Illinois State Fair on Facebook and Instagram.