Illinois State Fair Holiday Pass Sale: Perfect Gift for Families

Looking for a unique, one-size-fits-all gift that brings family and friends together?

The Illinois State Fair has you covered with a limited-time holiday sale on its Mega and Jumbo Passes, available Monday, November 4, at the season's lowest prices.

Passes on Sale: The Ultimate Holiday Gift

For just $70, the Mega Pass provides unlimited access to carnival rides, while the Jumbo Pass, at $80, offers all the Mega Pass benefits plus rides on the famous Giant Slide.

Starting January 1, 2025, prices for each pass will increase by $10, so early shoppers can enjoy savings and secure summer fun.

Affordable Options for All-Access Fun

In addition to ride passes, the Illinois State Fair offers Admission Bargain Books and Seasonal Infield Parking Passes as ideal stocking stuffers.

At only $45, the Admission Bargain Book includes 11 any-day admissions to the 2025 fair, giving families the flexibility to visit on any day of the 11-day event.

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For convenient parking, the $40 Seasonal Infield Parking Pass allows access through Gate 6 for all fair days. These passes make planning an affordable, memory-filled summer trip to historic Springfield easy.

Convenient Shopping for Holiday Gifting

Gift-buying couldn’t be easier with multiple ways to purchase these passes. Shoppers can order online at statefair.illinois.gov, by phone at (217) 782-0775, or by mail using the form available on the Illinois State Fair website.

The holiday sale also features the "Illinois’ Best Blue Ribbon Recipes" cookbook, packed with award-winning recipes from the 2024 fair. For $15 on-site or $20 with shipping, this book is a unique gift for food lovers and fair enthusiasts alike.

Start Planning a Summer Road Trip to Springfield

The 2025 Illinois State Fair, running August 7-17, promises thrilling rides, local food, and the perfect family-friendly atmosphere.

With passes in hand, families can enjoy an easy summer road trip to Springfield and create memories together that last a lifetime. Give the gift of fun, convenience, and Illinois tradition this holiday season.

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