Governor Rod R. Blagojevich joins Agriculture Director Chuck Hartke and State Fair Manager Amy Bliefnick in welcoming visitors to the Illinois State Fair, the Midwest’s premiere summer festival. Whether it’s riding the Giant Slide, watching world-class harness racing and motorsports, taking in a top-notch Grandstand show, visiting the famous Butter Cow or simply sipping a lemonade shake-up while strolling through exhibits, there's plenty to see and do. The State Fair runs from August 11th to 20th. |