The fairgrounds is the only in state fairgrounds in the nation that sits directly on Route 66 - and this year the fair's theme is Miles of Smiles to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the highway.

Things get under way on August 13th and 14th with Rodeo Nights presented by Wooten Rodeo Co.

There's a little something for everyone across Central Illinois this weekend, including live music, professional baseball, theater, and county fair entertainment. Here are a few of the highlights happening around the area. Top Picks This Weekend Women's Pro Baseball at Robin Roberts Stadium Lauren Alaina & Josh Ros...

Illinois Director of Agriculture Jerry Costello III said many upgrades have been made throughout the fairgrounds.

The 90th annual Logan County Fair continues with tractor pulls tonight at the grandstand. Today is Veterans Day with free admission and parking for military veterans.

Grandstand events include tractor pulls on Thursday, stock car racing on Friday, a concert by Lauren Alaina with Josh Ross on Saturday and a demolition derby on Sunday to conclude the fair.

Looking for something to do this weekend? From live country music and demolition derby action to local theater, festivals, sports, and Shakespeare under the stars, there's plenty happening around Central Illinois. Friday Mark Chesnutt & Gary Allan at the Christian County Fair Country music stars Mark Chesnutt and G...

Everything you need to plan your weekend - fast. This weekend is packed with live music, family festivals, community celebrations, theater, and even a visit from the world's largest operating steam locomotive. Whether you're heading to the fair, catching a show, enjoying some sweet corn, or checking out Springfield's R...

The festivals hours are 4:30 PM to 11:30 PM Friday and 10 AM to 11:30 PM on Saturday.

The carnival opens at 6 o'clock and the queen pageant begins at 7 p.m.