Calhoun County Farm Bureau

08/10/2026

Hey Junior Livestock Exhibitors, don't forget to stop by the Illinois Farm Bureau tent and get your free t-shirt! Pickup dates and times listed below for each species.

🐖Livestock Exhibitors - August 12, 13, & 14th from 10:00am-3:00pm . Look for the IFB tent near the Junior Livestock Building.

🐮Dairy Exhibitors - August 18th at 6:00pm in the Livestock Center

08/10/2026

“Big things are coming to the 2026 Calhoun County Fair! We’ve heard your requests and are working hard to bring them to life. This is one of our exciting new additions—created to make it easier for everyone to enjoy all the fun at the fair.”

“New for 2026! We will be offering presales for season passes and armbands. Presales begin May 20th and will take place on the third Wednesday of each month through August.

You can purchase passes at the Calhoun County Fair Office from 5:00–7:00 PM on those Wednesdays. Cash or check only.

Get your passes and armbands early and save money!”

Daily admission is $10 for all fair goers ages 13 and older.
Armbands will be available for 4-hour sessions each day of the fair.

07/31/2026

Today is the LAST DAY for sign ups!! We are accepting contestants in all categories. We currently have 3 Miss, 4 Jr Miss and 12 Little Miss Contestants.
Click the link below!

https://forms.gle/VZKyszB6kS84n6d98

07/29/2026

A great day for a free swim! There is still time to go to the Calhoun Swimming Pool, doesn't close until 5:00.

07/28/2026

07/23/2026

07/21/2026