Illinois State Fair announces “It’s Showtime!” theme
•July 17, 2024•
It’s Showtime! The theme for the 2024 Illinois State Fair captures the spirit of the fair on many levels - livestock shows, Grandstand performances, circuses, rodeos, diving shows, ice skating performances and much more.
The theme also influences the Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade that caravans down Springfield streets and through the main gates, kicking off the 11-day showcase of Illinois agriculture, arts and crafts, food, carnival rides and entertainment. Fair gates open at 7 a.m. on Thursday, August 8 with a full day of events and entertainment, including the annual parade which will step off at 5:30 p.m.
“The Illinois State Fair Twilight Parade is a Springfield tradition,” said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. “This year’s theme of ‘It’s Showtime!’ has so many meanings with the wide variety of activities available throughout the fair. We invite everyone to come out and find their favorite.”