2015 Western Illinois Fair Ready to Go in Griggsville, Illinois

The 2015 edition of the Western Illinois Fair in Griggsville, Illinois will happen from Wednesday, June 24 to Sunday, June 28.

The first night of the fair is D.A.R.E night and will include a special admission price of $10, which includes rides. On Thursday night the queen pageant begins at 7:00 p.m. Friday, June 26 is the Tuff Truck and Car Competition and the band Exit 42 will play in the entertainment tent. The Demolition Derby is Saturday's main event, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Next of Kin will play in the entertainment tent that night. The final day of the fair bring the UPA Truck and Tractor pull that starts at 4:00 p.m. There is also a washer tournament starting at 1:00 p.m.

The carnival will be provided by Miller Spectacular Shows. Prices are $10 per person on Wednesday and Friday, including all rides. Thursday, Saturday and Sunday admission is $8 per person without rides, or $15 per person with rides. Season tickets without rides are $30, and with rides, cost $50. As always there is free public parking. Pit parking and pit passes are subject to a fee.

Full fair information, a complete schedule of event and much more can be found on the Western Illinois Fair's official website.