At the Winnebago County Fairgrounds, we know you want to give your family an unforgettable experience. . .but finding an activity everyone will enjoy feels impossible.

CARNIVAL CLASSICS

We've got your favorites, like the Ferris Wheel and Carousel. For those seeking a rush, check out our high-energy coasters and rides like The Fireball or The Zipper.

Don't skip out on securing your Mega Pass so you can ride as many rides all day on the day of your choice!

DELICIOUS FAIR FOOD

Would it even BE the fair without drool-worthy dishes? We sure don't think so! From the fair classics like funnel cakes and cotton candy to new editions like street tacos, you can expect to find a flavor to savor around every corner.

FANTASTIC ENTERTAINMENT

We say there's something for everyone - and we mean it!

Rodeos, demolition derbys, games, magic shows, and so much more happen daily at the Winnebago County Fair!

Schedule of Events

August 13, 2025

4–H Day & Military/Senior Day!
Military & Senior Day (60+) Free & Ages 8 and under FREE
General Admission $5 Children 9–12 $3
Bring 2 non–perishable food items to benefit The Rockford
Rescue Mission & receive one free admission.
Gates open at 11:00 & Carnival opens at Noon
Midway Special: Pay one price Noon to 5:00 p.m.
OR 5:00 p.m. to close

Events:

Gelly Ball - 12:00-8:00 P.M.

Prehistoric Dinosaur Adventure - 12:00-9:00 P.M.

Lumberjack Show – 12:00 & 6:30 P.M.

Interactive Lumberjack Camp – 12:30 P.M.

Victory Lane Racing - 12-6P.M. in Moss Hall

K-9 Demonstrations – 2:30 and 7:30 P.M.

National Pedal Pullers – 4:00 P.M. (Registration begins at 3:00 P.M.)

Magic Mike – 2:00 P.M. in Moss Hall

Queen and Junior Miss Pageant at 6:00 P.M. in Moss Hall

Grandstand: Diesel Truck Races -7:00 PM
-Admission: $10, Children 8 and under: FREE!
-Pit Passes available

Carson Hall at 6:00 - 10:00 P.M. in the Entertainment Tent

August 14, 2025

Kids Day – Ages 12 and under FREE!
General Admission $5 Military & Seniors (60+) $3
Gates open at 11:00 & Carnival opens at Noon
Midway Special: Pay one price Noon to 5:00 pm OR 5:00 pm to Close

Events:

Gelly Ball - 12:00-8:00 P.M.

Prehistoric Dinosaur Adventure - 12:00-9:00 P.M.

Dragon Training Academy in Moss Hall

Victory Lane Racing in Moss Hall 12:00-6:00 P.M.

Kid Games with Magic Mike 1:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. (Building 2)

K-9 Demonstrations – 3:00 & 8:00 P.M.

Lumberjack Show – 2:00 and 5:00 P.M.

Interactive Lumberjack Camp – 2:30 & 5:30 P.M.

Bear Hollow Wood Carvers - 11:30 A.M., 2:00, 4:30, & 7:00 P.M.

Hoo Haven in Moss Hall - 2:00-3:00 P.M.

National Pedal Pullers – 4:00 P.M. (Registration begins at 3:00 P.M.)

Little Miss Pageant – 6:00 P.M. in Moss Hall

Grandstand: Illini State Pullers Truck Pulls and Farmer's Class Tractors
-Gates open at 5:30 PM Pull Starts at 6:30 PM
-Admission: $10, Children 8 and under: FREE!
-Pit Passes Available

Lola Blu Band – 7:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M. in the Entertainment Tent

August 15, 2025

General Admission $7
Military, Seniors (60+) & Children 9–12 years $5
Ages 8 and under FREE!
Gates open at 10:00 & Carnival open at Noon
Midway Special: pay one price Noon to 5:00 P.M.

Events:

Gelly Ball - 12:00-8:00 P.M.

Prehistoric Dinosaur Adventure - 12:00-9:00 P.M.

Lumberjack Show – 1:00 and 5:00 P.M.

Interactive Lumberjack Camp – 1:30 & 5:30 P.M.

Dragon Training Academy - in Moss Hall

Victory Lane Racing - Moss Hall 12:00-6:00P.M.

K-9 Demonstration – 4:30 and 8:00 P.M.

Hoo Haven - in Moss Hall 2:00 P.M.

Bear Hollow Wood Carvers – 11:30 A.M., 3:00, 6:30 & 8:30 P.M.

National Pedal Pullers – 2:00 P.M. (Registration begins at 1:00 P.M.)

4-H LIVE Performing Arts – 6:00 P.M. in Moss Hall

Antique Tractor Parade – 6:00 P.M.

Grandstand: Bulls, Broncs & Barrels Rodeo
-Gates open at 6 PM Rodeo Starts at 7 PM
-Admission: $10, Children 8 and under: FREE!
-Pit Passes Available

Buckle – 9:30 P.M. - 12:30 A.M. in the Entertainment Tent

August 16, 2025

General Admission $7
Military, Seniors (60+) $7.00 & Children 9–12 years $5
Ages 8 and under FREE!
Gates open at 10:00 & Carnival open at Noon
Midway Special: Pay one price Noon to 5:00 P.M.

Events:

4-H Quality Livestock Auction – 1:00 p.m. in the Cattle Arena

Gelly Ball - 12:00-8:00 P.M.

Prehistoric Dinosaur Adventure - 12:00-9:00 P.M.

Lumberjack Show – 1:00, 3:30 & 6:30 P.M.

Interactive Lumberjack Camp – 4:00 P.M.

Victory Lane Racing - in Moss Hall 12:00-3:00 P.M. & 7:00-10 P.M.

Dragon Training Academy - in Moss Hall

K-9 Demonstration – 3:00 & 6:00 P.M.

Tribute to Elvis- 3:00 - 7:00 P.M. on Moss Hall Stage

Bear Hollow Wood Carvers - 11:30 A.M., 2:00, 4:30, 7:30 P.M.

4-H Fun Night – 5:00 P.M. in the Livestock Arena

Guilford High School Band - Moss Hall Stage 12:00 PM

2nd City Chorus - Moss Hall Stage 1:00 PM

Grandstand: Illini State Pullers, Tractor Pulls
-Gates open at 5:30 PM Pull Starts at 6:30 PM
-Admission: $10, Children 8 and under: FREE!
-Pit passes available

Alex Gustafson – 4:00 – 6:00 P.M. in the Entertainment Tent

Mike and Joe – 9:30 P.M. - 12:00 A.M. in the Entertainment Tent

August 17, 2025

General Admission $5
Military, Seniors (60+) & Children 9–12 years $3
Ages 8 and under FREE!
Gates open at 10:00 & Carnival Opens at Noon and Closes at 6:00 P.M.
Midway Special: Pay one price Noon to 5:00 P.M.

Church at the Fair (Memorial Baptist Church) – 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Gelly Ball - 11:00-5:00 P.M.

Prehistoric Dinosaur Adventure - 12:00-5:00 P.M.

Beauty in Motion Dance - 1:00 P.M. in Moss Hall

Dragon Training Academy - in Moss Hall

Victory Lane Racing - in Moss Hall 12:00-6:00 P.M.

Lumberjack Show - 1:00 P.M.

Interactive Lumberjack Camp - 1:30 P.M.

Hoo Haven - in Moss Hall 2:00 P.M.

K-9 Demonstration –12:30 & 4:30 P.M.

Bear Hollow Silent Auction – Noon- 5:00 P.M.

Grandstand: Demo Derby – 2:00PM (Gates open at Noon)
-Admission: $10, Children 8 and under: FREE!
-Pit passes available

MIDWAY CLOSES AT 6:00 P.M.

Date: August 13-17, 2025

Location:
Winnebago County Fairgrounds,
500 West 1st Street,
Pecatonica, IL 61063.

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