Don’t Miss The Biggest County Fair In Illinois This Year, The Sandwich Fair
By Melissa Mahoney|Published August 26, 2021
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It’s time to start making plans for September, and those plans should include a visit to the Sandwich Fair! Held annually since 1888, this historic county fair has been a source of fun and entertainment for generations of Illinoisans. Save the date and set aside the entire weekend of September 8-12, 2021. Then grab your family and friends for a fun-filled weekend at the Sandwich Fair.
The DeKalb County Fair, better known as the Sandwich Fair, was established in 1888. It was first held in September of that year on 20 acres of land.
The fair is held annually from the Wednesday through Sunday following Labor Day. This year's dates are September 8-12. It's one of the oldest county fairs in the country and an event that tens of thousands of people look forward to each year.
Today, as it enters its 133rd year, this county fair spans across much of the 185 acres of the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Over the course of five days, visitors can enjoy an array of attractions, food, rides, entertainment, and so much more! This fair has it all.
Vendors and exhibitors come to the Sandwich Fair from all over the Midwest to display their wares, and plenty of musicians spend the weekend here entertaining the crowds.
Among the most popular events at the Sandwich Fair is the Demolition Derby. It will be held Sunday, September 12 from 1 - 2:30 p.m. and again at 3:30 - 5 p.m. Tickets must be purchased online before the start of the fair.
Of course, whenever you attend a county fair, you must ride the rides! Wristbands may be purchased ahead of time and are worth getting if you intend to ride more than five rides. Otherwise, you can pay per ride.
So come one, come all to the Sandwich Fair this September 8-12, 2021!
Are you saving the dates of September 8-12, 2021 to attend the Sandwich Fair in Sandwich, Illinois? If you’ve been to this historic fair in the past, please tell us all about it in the comments!
For more information, head to the website. You can also follow the Fair’s Facebook page for any updates.
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