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Edgar County Fair Tickets

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Paris, IL

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About Edgar County Fair

Welcome to Edgar County Fairgrounds, the heart of outdoor family-friendly events in Paris, Illinois. This active venue hosts a variety of big events—from high-energy concerts at the grandstand to traditional fairground attractions like harness racing, demolition derby, truck & tractor pulls, and the open hog shows that accompany the 4-H fair. The site features a grandstand amphitheater for general admission concerts and other standing-room areas, a bustling midway, and ample on-site parking. Whether you’re planning to catch a Mitchell Tenpenny concert on July 19, 2025, or a summer fair filled with wheel-to-wheel action, we’ve got you covered for tickets, directions, and nearby amenities.

Parking is available on-site at the Edgar County Fairgrounds. For local travel, Paris offers Rides Mass Transit District (RMTD) for convenient trips around town and to neighboring areas. When planning your stay, consider nearby hotels such as Super 8 by Wyndham Paris IL and Highway Inn for comfortable, convenient options close to the venue. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and dining partners to help you secure reliable accommodations and meals near the action. For event-specific details, always check the current listing for seating and entry policies, as some events are general admission or standing-room only.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Edgar County Fairgrounds, 1104 N Main St, Paris, IL 61944.
  • Venue type: Outdoor fairgrounds with a grandstand amphitheater used for concerts and big events.
  • Seating: Grandstand events are general admission with no reserved seating; track and pit areas are standing room only for certain events.
  • Notable events hosted: Mitchell Tenpenny concert (July 19, 2025), Queen Pageant, harness racing, demolition derby, truck & tractor pull, open hog show (4-H), and carnival midway.
  • Parking: On-site parking is provided at the fairgrounds (no detailed public policy published).
  • Transit: Paris has public transit service via Rides Mass Transit District (RMTD) for local and out-of-district trips.
  • Nearby hotels: Super 8 by Wyndham Paris IL (11642 IL-1, Paris, IL 61944); Highway Inn (11639 IL Highway 1, Paris, IL 61944).
  • Renamed/demolished: The site is currently active as Edgar County Fairgrounds; no credible public sources indicate demolition or renaming.