Heart of Illinois Events

07/27/2024

We thank you all from the bottom of our Hearts!🥰

07/23/2024

As we wrapped up the fair, we THANK everyone from the bottom of our heart who had a part in this year's fair, we looked back on what went well, and what needs improvement. We look ahead to sourcing a carnival & community support. It is no secret that the fair needs an update, but we are reminded by a lovely HOI couple that while we need upgrades...the fair is still here helping to make happy memories. Fred & Laura Shane bring so much joy to the HOI Fair & everyone they meet with their positive outlooks and authentic kindness...we are so honored to be the place where this beautiful couple met and still call home for a week nearly every summer for 50 years! Take a listen to their story from WMBD...we could all learn a thing or two from the Shanes🥰

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — It’s a love affair that started 50 years ago because of one Heart of Illinois staple. It’s showing everybody that love can be found anywhere. Fred and Laura …

07/20/2024

See you at the Illinois Grown W**e Shed!

07/20/2024

Come meet the HOI Fair Queens!
For the Kiddos ~ Ponytail Contest~Mullet Contest~Best Lil Farmer Dress Up! Barnyard story time, crafts and contests with the queens at 3pm, magic show at 4:30!
See all the details below!
FREE!

Bring the kiddos out to the Heart of Illinois Fair tomorrow for all the kids activities! Pedal tractor pull at 2pm, Barnyard story time, crafts and contests with the queens at 3pm, magic show at 4:30! Plus the animatronic exhibit, bounce houses, and of course fair food!

07/20/2024

Come on out for the final day of the fair!!!
Kiddie Pedal Pulls! (Prizes awarded!)
Demo Derby! (50/50 Raffle!)
Pie Eating Competition! (in the all ages B**r Pavilion!)
High Flying Pages Thrill Show!
Petting Zoo! (baby goats!!!!)
Dog Shows! (in newly air conditioned Opera House)
Photography, Floriculture, Foods, & Textile Exhibits!
Magic Shows in the Youth Building!
All included in your entry fee!!!!
Plus the Animatronic Animal Adventure with Kiddie rides - $10-15 extra
Visit heartofillinoisfair.com for a full list of events!
12:00 pm
Hobbies, Textiles, and Foods Exhibits and Vendors Open to the Public
FLORICULTURE
HOI BEEF OPEN SHOW
Noah's Way Exotic Petting Zoo
GARDEN / AG PRODUCTS
1:00 pm
Safari Sam and Oscar the Awesome Ostrich
2:00 pm
Kiddie Pedal Pull
3:30 pm
PIE EATING CONTEST
4:00 pm
HIGH FLYING PAGES
4:30 pm
Family-Friendly Magic Show
5:00 pm
Robbo's Extreme Demolition Derby
5:30 pm
Family-Friendly Magic Show
6:00 pm
BRIGHTSTAR CANINE ACADEMY BEHAVIARAL TRAINING SESSION DEMO
HIGH FLYING PAGES
6:30 pm
Family-Friendly Magic Show
7:30 pm
Family-Friendly Magic Show
8:00 pm
HARLEM HAYFIELD -- RUST BELT SOUL ROCKERS
HIGH FLYING PAGES

07/19/2024

TODAY ONLY! 2 Oculus 3 with First Encounters All ages are welcome as long as the Oculus 3 will fit their head. Today only From 5 to 8! FREE!

07/19/2024

TONIGHT in the Motorsports Arena ~River City Diesel Peoria Area Pick Up Truck Pull
AND new this year...a 50/50 Raffle!
Start Time: 6:30pm
SPONSORED BY: RCD PERFORMANCE (309) 822-0600
https://rcdperf.com

07/19/2024

Mother Nature was kind today and so were fairgoers. 50/50 winner went home with over $250 in the Motorsports Arena. Thank you for creating new memories.