State Fair? There's an App for That

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Published on August 6 2019 2:28 pm
Last Updated on August 6 2019 2:28 pm
Written by Greg Sapp

The Illinois State Fair is offering a mobile app for planning your visit. Available for both Apple and Android devices, it's a FREE app. 
 
The Illinois State Fair mobile app has information regarding every corner of the fairgrounds. From Grandstand concerts to maps to help you find everything from parking, bathrooms and barns, this app provides you with the tools you need to help you navigate your way around the state fairgrounds. The app also contains other helpful tools such as a food finder, daily schedule of events, and a list of all FREE musical acts in the Illinois State Fair Beer Tents.

“The mobile app adds another level of convenience for fairgoers,” said State Fair Manager Kevin Gordon. “Even before you arrive on the fairgrounds you can begin customizing your Illinois State Fair experience. It’s a great resource to ensure you don’t miss out of your favorite fair attractions or favorite fair food.”

Explore the Fairgrounds

• Browse the fairgrounds with an interactive map, powered by Google Earth. Filter results to find exactly what you are looking for: restrooms, cooling centers, storm shelters and more.
• Take a self-guided tour of the various agriculture destinations on the fairgrounds
• From biscuits and gravy to the newest and wildest deep-fried fair food concoction, find all the food items offered on the fairgrounds. There are more 150 food vendors at this year’s fair!

Plan Your Trip

• Buy Now, Save Time!  Buy admission tickets, Mega Passes and concert tickets from the convenience of your mobile phone.  
• Start planning today by visiting the mobile app’s daily schedule. Here, you can save must-see events and shows in your personal mobile itinerary. 
• Need a place to stay? View available camping accommodations on the historic Springfield fairgrounds.

Enhance Your Experience

• Start practicing your best selfie pose! Document your visit to the Illinois State Fair with fun photo filters in the mobile app’s Photo Booth. Share you experience with others on social media using the hashtag #ISF2019.
• Explore the fairgrounds and earn a prize! Take part in the 2019 Illinois State Fair Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win free Illinois State Fair merchandise, courtesy of Staff Carpet.
• Go home a winner! There is still time for you to compete in some of the wild and zany competitions held each year at the Illinois State Fair. From the Husband Calling Contest to the Cutest Little Farmer Contest, you can find all the free shows and contest under the 2019 Free Shows icon.