Jo Daviess County Fair

Jo Daviess County Fair Sponsored by the Jo Daviess County Agricultural Society, Warren IL 61087

Jo Daviess County Fairgrounds
Historic Stagecoach Trail at High St, Warren IL

2021 Executive Board

Kaydra Heller
President

Montana Bartell
Treasurer

Shawn Saunders
Vice President

Brenda Enright
Secretary

2022 Board of Directors
Tyler Saunders
Randy Slamp
Tiffany Vrstal
Shawna Cook
Caleb Cook
Haley Slamp
Alyson Fosler
Brad Fosler

✨ BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT ✨Meet Rachel Minertz — one of the hardworking faces helping make the Jo Daviess County Fair suc...
06/02/2026

✨ BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT ✨

Meet Rachel Minertz — one of the hardworking faces helping make the Jo Daviess County Fair such a success each year! 🎡🐄

From helping behind the scenes as Board Secretary, making all the exhibitor tickets, to cheering on the Demo Derby and enjoying funnel cakes. Rachel is always working to make fair week memorable for everyone. Her passion, dedication, and love for the fair community help keep traditions alive year after year. ❤️

Be sure to say hi if you see Rachel around the fairgrounds this summer! 👋🎠

🎟️ Reserve Your Spot at the 2026 Jo Daviess County Fair! 🎟️Want the best seat in the house for all the grandstand action...
06/01/2026

🎟️ Reserve Your Spot at the 2026 Jo Daviess County Fair! 🎟️

Want the best seat in the house for all the grandstand action? Box seating and season passes are now available!

⭐ Box Seating
▪️ Half Box (6 chairs) – $40 per night
▪️ Full Box (12 chairs) – $80 per night
📞 Contact Montana: 608-331-0369

🎡 Season Passes
▪️ Kids (Ages 7-17) – $10
▪️ Adults – $40

A season pass gives you access to all four days of fair fun, making it the best value for families and fair enthusiasts!

📅 July 30 – August 2, 2026
📍 Jo Daviess County Fairgrounds

Don’t wait until fair week—secure your seats and passes now and get ready for another unforgettable year at the longest-running consecutive county fair in Illinois! 🎠🐄🎶

Be as creative as you want! Please nothing with sharp edges or loose things that might fall off and get stepped on. Ther...
05/29/2026

Be as creative as you want! Please nothing with sharp edges or loose things that might fall off and get stepped on. There will be a sign up sheet for this class at time of swine weigh in.

✨👑 Calling all future fair royalty! 👑✨The ✨Jo Daviess County Fair Pageant✨ is right around the corner, and it’s time to ...
05/28/2026

✨👑 Calling all future fair royalty! 👑✨

The ✨Jo Daviess County Fair Pageant✨ is right around the corner, and it’s time to register for an unforgettable experience! From making new friends to building confidence and representing our amazing fair community, this is your chance to shine! 🌟

📸 Registration & Picture Night
🗓 Monday, June 22, 2026
⏰ 6–7 PM
📍 JDC Fairgrounds Poultry Building

Divisions available for ages 5–21!
💖 Princesses
💖 Young Miss
💖 Junior Miss
💖 Queen

Don’t wait — Princess spots are limited and fill up quickly! 👑

❗️If you can not make registration night please get ahold of Tiffany Vrstal!!❗️

Tag someone who should enter this year ⬇️ and help us spread the word! 🎡💐

Hard work ✔️ Dedication ✔️ Early mornings and late nights ✔️ A bond with your animal ✔️ Comment below and share with us ...
05/28/2026

Hard work ✔️
Dedication ✔️
Early mornings and late nights ✔️
A bond with your animal ✔️
Comment below and share with us what you plan on bring to the fair, we are getting excited to see all the livestock!

🌟 BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT 🌟Behind every great fair is an incredible team — and this week we’re shining the spotlight on T...
05/26/2026

🌟 BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT 🌟

Behind every great fair is an incredible team — and this week we’re shining the spotlight on Tiffany Vrstal! 🎡❤️

Tiffany has been part of the Jo Daviess County Fair family for 15 years and serves as our amazing Pageant Director! From helping contestants shine on stage to enjoying the excitement of the derby, Tiffany is passionate about keeping fair traditions alive and bringing the community together each summer. 🏆🐄

🍹 Favorite Fair Food: Lit Teas
🎟 Favorite Events: The Pageant & Derby
🌲 Fun Fact: Tiffany loves the outdoors — including hunting, fishing, hiking, and rock digging in the U.P. with her family!

Her favorite part of fair week? Seeing the community come together, support one another, and continue the traditions that make our fair so special. 💙

If you see Tiffany around the fairgrounds this summer, be sure to say HI! 👋✨

05/11/2026

⏰ Friendly Reminder! ⏰

There’s still time to become a sponsor for the Jo Daviess County Fair! 🎡

Sponsorships are a great way to support your local fair while getting your business seen by thousands throughout fair week. We have several sponsorship opportunities available to fit businesses of all sizes!

Help us continue the tradition, support our youth and community, and make this year’s fair one to remember. ❤️

For more information, please contact Amanda Barker or any Fair Board member today!

🎡 EXCITING NEWS! 🎡All entry forms for the upcoming county fair are officially LIVE on our website! 🏆🐄🍰🎨Whether you’re en...
05/09/2026

🎡 EXCITING NEWS! 🎡

All entry forms for the upcoming county fair are officially LIVE on our website! 🏆🐄🍰🎨

Whether you’re entering livestock, exhibits, canning, baking, crafts, photography, homemade wine, or more — now’s the time to get signed up and start preparing your entries!

Don’t wait until the last minute — gather your forms, mark your calendars, and get ready for another amazing fair season! 🎟️✨

Stay tuned for more updates, announcements, and fair fun coming soon!

05/09/2026

Your summer highlight is already scheduled. You just need tickets!
👉 Don’t miss out.
www.fieldsofgoldrodeo.com
JULY 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 2026
Pre-Rodeo Party, full professional rodeo, amazing fireworks show every night!!
Jo Daviess County Fairgrounds, Warren, IL

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Address

101 High Street
Warren, IL
61087

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 5pm
Tuesday 1pm - 5pm
Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Thursday 1pm - 5pm
Friday 1pm - 5pm
Saturday 1pm - 11pm
Sunday 1pm - 6pm

Telephone

+18152758879

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