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Peoria, IL

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About Exposition Gardens

Exposition Gardens, also known as Expo Gardens, is a premier fairgrounds and exposition center located at 1601 W. Northmoor Rd., Peoria, IL 61614. Home to the Heart of Illinois Fair, this versatile venue hosts a wide range of events from trade shows and circuses to weddings and livestock shows. With multiple large spaces, easy highway access, and abundant free parking, Exposition Gardens is a reliable choice for organizers and attendees alike.

Whether you’re planning a large arena event or a more intimate banquet, you’ll find flexible layouts to suit your needs. Our overview includes seating options, parking details, transit access, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to help you plan a smooth visit.

Note: As of February 2026, the property has been involved in foreclosure/sale discussions with potential redevelopment plans. Public references vary between the names Exposition Gardens and Expo Gardens. No demolition has been announced at this time. For event planning, we continue to provide up-to-date venue information and dependable ticket access through Your Been There Guy network.

For venue-specific questions, including space availability for arenas, exhibit halls, banquets, and outdoor pavilions, contact the Exposition Gardens team. Secure your seats or space with a straightforward process and rely on us for dependable access to events, seating details, and nearby accommodations.

Follow updates from official venue channels and the Heart of Illinois Fair for the latest schedule and venue status.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 1601 W. Northmoor Rd., Peoria, IL 61614
  • Venue type: Fairgrounds / Exposition Center (home of the Heart of Illinois Fair)
  • Major spaces and capacity: arena, 14,000 sq ft exhibit hall, 6,000 sq ft Opera House, 1,000-seat banquet hall, 300+ outdoor pavilion
  • Parking: miles of free parking
  • Transit/Access: easily reachable from I-74 and I-474; Peoria public transit (CityLink) serves the Peoria area
  • Nearby hotels: Baymont Inn & Suites, Candlewood Suites, Comfort Suites, Courtyard Downtown, Courtyard West, Residence Inn, Marriott Pere Marquette, Holiday Inn & Suites, etc.
  • Notable events hosted: Heart of Illinois Fair annually (July) plus trade shows, antique/craft shows, banquets, livestock/pet shows, circuses, auctions, weddings
  • Renaming/demolition: property involved in 2025 foreclosure/sale with plans for potential residential redevelopment; public references vary between 'Exposition Gardens' and the shortened 'Expo Gardens' (no demolition announced as of Feb 12, 2026)