Madison County Fairgrounds

05/28/2026

The countdown to the Madison County Fair is on!

Fairbooks are currently being delivered to surrounding businesses, so be sure to grab yours while you’re out and about!

Prefer digital? Online fairbooks are available here:
https://www.madisoncountyfairil.com/fair-book-info

From livestock shows and 4-H exhibits to rodeos, tractor pulls, demo derbies, carnival rides, and live entertainment — there’s something for everyone at this year’s fair!

For schedules, events, tickets, updates, and everything fair related, visit:
https://www.madisoncountyfairil.com/

We can’t wait to see you July 21–26 in Highland, Illinois!

05/14/2026

🥛🐄 Dairy Day at the Madison County Fairgrounds! 🐄🥛
Join us for a fun-filled Dairy Day, hosted by our incredible Madison County Fair Queens! This family-friendly event is packed with hands-on activities, learning experiences, and of course—plenty of dairy treats!

📅 Event Details:
Saturday, May 16
Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

🎟️ Entry Fee:
$5 per person (ages 3 & up)

🎟️ What You Get with Your Entry Fee:
📸 Photo Opportunities
🐮 Calf Cuddles
👑 Meet the Fair Queens (take a picture with them!)
🥛 See a Live Milking (during scheduled hours)
🎁 Goodie Bags
✅ All 8 Activity Tables
📚 Learning Workbooks
🚶 Barn Walkthrough (as many times as you’d like!)
🍦 Ice Cream

🍔 Food Available for Purchase:
Brats • Burgers • Hotdogs • Chips • Cookies • Water • Soda

🥛 Special Thanks to Prairie Farms for donating milk & ice cream!
Bring the kids, meet the queens, and enjoy a day celebrating agriculture, education, and all things dairy!

05/03/2026

🎡 Madison County Fair | July 21–26 🎶

Let’s play favorites! 👇
If you had to pick ONE, what’s your go-to fair highlight?

🎢 = Carnival rides
🎶 = Live bands
🍔 = Fair food
🐄 = Livestock shows
🌽 = 4-H exhibits
🏟️ = Grandstand arena events
👯 = Hanging out with friends

Drop your emoji (or tell us why you love it)! 👇

Tag a friend you want to bring with you—we might just see you there 😉
Stay tuned… more exciting details are coming soon!

04/09/2026

🌟 See details below regarding the upcoming dates and information for the 2026 Miss Madison County Fair Queen pageant! 👑

👍 Don’t forget to like and follow our new Queen page for the latest announcements, updates, and behind-the-scenes content!

Get ready for the upcoming pageant season!

Join us this summer to experience it firsthand! Click the linktree to sign up for our email list and access the application paperwork that's now live!

And stay tuned for an exciting announcement about our Jr Miss category!

03/02/2026

🎡✨ Get Ready for the 2026 Madison County Fair! ✨🎡
📅 July 21–26, 2026
📍 Highland, Illinois

The countdown is on! Six full days of family fun, hometown tradition, and nonstop entertainment are coming your way at the Madison County Fair!

Here’s what you can look forward to ⬇️
🎠 Carnival Rides
Thrilling rides, games, and classic fair treats for all ages!
🐄 Livestock Shows
Cheer on our local youth and exhibitors as they showcase the best of Madison County agriculture.
🍀 4‑H Exhibits
From crafts and cooking to animals and projects—come support our talented 4‑H members!
🏟️ Main Arena Events
Action-packed entertainment every night! (Full schedule coming soon!)
🎶 Live Music
🍦Fair Food

Kick back, enjoy great tunes, and celebrate summer at the fair.
It’s the biggest week of the summer—you won’t want to miss it!
Save the dates, invite your friends, and get ready for a great time at the Madison County Fair!

02/08/2026

Benders & Backroads kicking off our small town Saturday night Chicken Fundraiser Dance!

02/07/2026

Today is the day! 🎉🐔💃
Chicken Fundraiser Dance is finally here!
🕡 Doors open at 6:30 PM
🔥 Chicken will be hot, fresh, and ready
🎶 Benders and Backroads take the stage at 8:00 PM
💥Live Auction items in video below

Come hungry, bring your friends, and be ready to dance the night away. Let’s make it a good one! 🕺🎸🍗

02/06/2026

✨ Sneak peek ✨

Here’s a first look at just some of the live auction, silent auction and raffle items that’ll be up for grabs tomorrow evening!

Don’t miss out on the Chicken Fundraiser Dance tomorrow night! 🍗🍻

Doors open at 6:30 PM — see you there!

02/06/2026

🎉🐔 Get Ready for the Chicken Fundraiser Dance! 🐔🎉

We’re gearing up for a great night of fun, community, and fantastic entertainment! Join us on February 7 at the Madison County Fairgrounds for our Chicken Fundraiser Dance, featuring a special live performance by Benders & Backroads!

🎟 Tickets: $30
📍 Location: 2025 Park Hill Drive, Highland, IL 62249
💥 Plus: Live auction • Silent auction • Raffles • 50/50 & more!

👀 Sneak Peek:
We’ll soon be highlighting some of the amazing auction and silent auction items up for grabs—you won’t want to miss what’s coming! Stay tuned for previews!

01/29/2026

🐔💃 Chicken Fundraiser Dance 9 Days Away 💃🐔
Get ready for a night of fun, music, and community support!

🗓 February 7, 2026
🕡 Doors Open: 6:30 PM
🎶 Live Music: Benders & Backroads starting at 8:00 PM
📍 Madison County Expo Hall
2025 Park Hill Drive, Highland, IL 62249

🎟 Tickets: $30 per person (available at the door)

Featuring:
• Live Auction
• Silent Auction
• Raffles
• 50/50 Drawing
• And more surprises throughout the night!

Come dance, bid, and celebrate for a great cause — this is one event you won’t want to miss! 🕺🎶