# Illinois State Fair

> Official app for Illinois State Fairgrounds events, schedules, maps, and vendor information. (iPhone/iPad app by Illinois Department of Agriculture.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/illinois-state-fair/id1107482395 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Illinois Department of Agriculture](https://appshunter.io/developer/1417471140)
- Category: Entertainment, News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.50/5 from 20 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.6 · 131 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2016-09-02
- Data updated: 2026-07-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/illinois-state-fair/id1107482395/reviews.md

## What is Illinois State Fair?

See the Illinois State Fair and Illinois State Fairgrounds in a whole new way with the official app. The app features:

** Fair Schedules
** Year-Round Fair Schedules
** Maps
** Rental Information
** Food Finder
** Open-Class Results

And much, much more!

## Key features

- Fair Schedules
- Year-Round Schedules
- Interactive Maps
- Food Finder
- Rental Information
- Open-Class Results

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/illinois-state-fair/id1107482395/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Useless app

*2025-08-05*

The app supposedly updated 2 weeks ago for 2025..app still states all of the info for merchants and food is still old from 2024.  This review is written 2 days before the 2025 fair.  Not a surprise considering who is running the State as a whole into the ground.

Pretty shoddy to say the least.

### 2/5 — Okay, could use updating

*2024-06-30*

The Daily Schedule is easier to scroll/search through vs the website, but when you click an event, it shows the incorrect day. Starting at 7 pm it lists the date and day as the next day, which is incorrect. It could be a time zone setting your webmaster needs to fix. 

The app would also benefit from a main grand stage grouping and/or an event type filter, i.e. music. 

Also, the “app support” link in the App Store only goes to the website, not actual web support.  (And the contact us on the website doesn’t work, at least not on mobile. Hence the low rating and review to communicate these issues.

### 1/5 — Mediocre

*2022-08-22*

Fire whoever’s cousin designed this app. Horrible. Never complete. Never accurate. And don’t have a category like “specials” if there are NO specials. JB, please throw some money at this problem and let’s have a great app for a great fair.

### 1/5 — Worst app for a fair

*2022-08-21*

Few of the items listed have a location or show where the event is taking place.  Also, some of the events (Illinois wine, ARCA race) are not on the schedule.  ARCA race should be under Grandstand events, but you can’t even do a search to find it.

### 3/5 — Missing info

*2022-08-14*

In feedback Miller tent in schedule not there. Free shows does not tell for all where they are located. Food does not tell what vendor has it?

### 3/5 — Photobooth

*2021-08-13*

The photobooth needs to allow for not only right now moments, but any photos from the fair from your camera roll. You may not have time to post to the app right away, so give the option. Plus how about a photo album to see shared pics

### 5/5 — Very nice app from this team

*2016-08-18*

This app is good for keeping up with the events I'm interested in as well as helping me locate the right venue.  Also get timely updates an notifications sent to the phone.

### 5/5 — Great Important App

*2016-08-15*

The app is great. Let's you navigate and enjoy the full experiance at the fair. During the storms on Friday this app paid for itself by providing important real time safety information that kept people safe. Great job for a first State Fair app.

### 5/5 — App

*2016-08-11*

I love this app. Has everything I need to know. Thanks AG

### 3/5 — A good start- but incomplete

*2016-08-05*

It is a good start, but incomplete as far as the competitions and results are concerned.   It does not include all of the departments listed in the published general premium book.  If you are going to publish an app, then please make sure it is complete.

## Frequently asked questions about Illinois State Fair

### What information does the Illinois State Fair app provide?

The Illinois State Fair app offers fair schedules, year-round event listings, interactive maps of the fairgrounds, food vendor locations, rental information, and open-class results.

### Is the Illinois State Fair app free to download?

Yes, the Illinois State Fair app is available for free download on supported devices.

### What devices support the Illinois State Fair app?

Currently, the Illinois State Fair app is supported on iPhones.

### How often is the Illinois State Fair app updated?

The app was last updated on July 20, 2025, indicating regular updates to ensure information is current.

### What is the age rating for the Illinois State Fair app?

The Illinois State Fair app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger users and families.

### Does the Illinois State Fair app have ads?

No, the Illinois State Fair app does not contain advertisements.

### Where can I find food vendors at the fair?

The 'Food Finder' feature within the Illinois State Fair app allows you to easily locate food vendors across the fairgrounds.

### Can I see event schedules for the whole year?

Yes, in addition to specific fair dates, the app includes 'Year-Round Fair Schedules' to keep you informed about ongoing events and activities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.6 — 2026-07-11

All new for 2026 with updated schedule, map, food, and new this year find your Fair Personality!

### 2.0.5 — 2025-07-20

All new for 2025 with updated map, schedules, food and much more!

### 2.0.4 — 2025-06-27

All new for 2025 with updated map, schedules, food, and much more!

### 2.0.3 — 2023-07-18

All new for 2023 with updated schedules, maps, food, and much more!

### 2.0.2 — 2022-07-25

All new for 2022 with better food and vendor search and filtering.

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