What the Georgetown Fair Is
The Georgetown Fair is an eight-day agricultural fair run by the Georgetown Agricultural Fair Association at the fairgrounds in Georgetown, Vermilion County. The 2026 fair ran July 11 to July 18 under the theme "Farms, Fairs & Freedom... Happy Birthday America!" It mixes grandstand shows, a carnival, a fair queen pageant, a talent contest and a church service with the county 4-H livestock and companion animal shows held on the same grounds. Most nights have a ticketed grandstand event, so you can pick the nights that suit your family.
Grandstand Schedule and Tickets
| Date (2026) | Event | Adult | Child |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, July 11, 7 p.m. | Rodeo | $15 | $5 |
| Sun, July 12 | Community church service | Free | Free |
| Mon, July 13, 6 p.m. | Miss Georgetown Fair Queen Pageant | $8 | $4 |
| Mon, July 13 | Touch-A-Truck and Ping Pong Prize Drop | Free | Free |
| Tue, July 14, 6 p.m. | Talent contest | $5 | $2 |
| Tue, July 14, 6 p.m. | Terre Haute Quarter Midget Association racing | $5 | $2 |
| Wed, July 15, 6 p.m. | ITPA Truck and Tractor Pull | $10 | $5 |
| Thu, July 16, 6 p.m. | Side by Side Rodeo (new) | $5 | $2 |
| Fri, July 17 | Throwback at the Track concert (new) | $10 in advance, $15 day of | |
| Sat, July 18, 7 p.m. | Demolition Derby | $15 | $5 |
The new events
The Side by Side Rodeo puts side-by-side vehicles head to head over obstacles in front of the grandstand. Throwback at the Track features the bands Sunset Strip (7:00 to 8:30 p.m.) and 90's Daughter (9:00 to 10:30 p.m.). Track and grandstand seating cost the same, and cold beverages are available.
Carnival
The carnival runs Tuesday, July 14 through Saturday, July 18. A carnival armband costs $30 and gives unlimited rides for one night, so you need a new armband for each night you ride. Discounted armbands were offered in advance of the fair.
4-H Livestock and Companion Animal Shows
Vermilion County 4-H holds its 2026 livestock shows at the Georgetown Fairgrounds, and the county ran a companion animal show on July 13 and livestock shows on July 15, 16 and 17. The July 15 program included the Poultry Show and the Rabbit Show, both at 10 a.m. For show times, classes and entry rules, use the Vermilion County livestock show guide linked from the Extension event pages, or call the Vermilion County Extension office at 217-442-8628.
Where
Georgetown Fairgrounds, 413 N. Seminary St., Georgetown, IL 61846.
Questions
Which night is the cheapest grandstand night?
The talent contest, the quarter midget racing and the Side by Side Rodeo are the lowest-priced ticketed events, at $5 for adults and $2 for children. The church service and Touch-A-Truck are free.
Can I ride the carnival all week on one ticket?
No. Armbands are good for unlimited rides on one night only, and the carnival armband costs $30.
When do the Poultry and Rabbit Shows start?
Both were scheduled for 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 15 at the Georgetown Fairgrounds.
Who do I call?
The Georgetown Fair office at 217-662-6415 for fair questions, or Vermilion County Extension at 217-442-8628 for 4-H show questions.
Official Links
- Georgetown Fair: official fair website
- 2026 Georgetown Fair tickets: grandstand events, prices and carnival armbands
- Georgetown Fair release: 2026 schedule, theme and contacts
- Vermilion County 4-H Livestock Shows: July 15 poultry and rabbit shows
- Illinois county fairs 2026: dates, address and fair phone
Illinois County Fairs and Youth Livestock Shows: The Essentials
AgriNews lists 105 Illinois fairs for 2026, including the Illinois State Fair (August 13 to 23, Springfield) and the Du Quoin State Fair (August 28 to September 7), per its county fair lineup.
Ownership and tags
State Fair market steers must be owned since February 1, 2026, and cattle and swine need a USDA 840 ear tag, per the junior show requirements.
Training
YQCA is required for dairy, beef, swine, sheep and goat exhibitors, and Lake County sets a June 1 completion deadline, per Lake County 4-H.
Drug rules
At Du Quoin a positive test means disqualification, with a three-year ban for a first offense, per the livestock book.
Dates
Many counties fall between mid-July and early August, such as Knox (July 6 to 11), Champaign (July 25 to August 1) and Lake (July 29 to August 2).
Next steps
Get your county's fair book, mark the enrollment and entry dates, and ask your Extension office about weigh-ins.
Dates and rules change, so confirm with the fair.
Read the full guide: Illinois County Fairs and Youth Livestock Shows
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