Springfield Fire crews fight a blaze at Horse Barn 39 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds on June 15, 2025. All 14 of the horses, used in harness racing, were taken from the barn unscathed.

The Illinois State Fire Marshal is conducting an investigation. SPRINGFIELD -- A fire on June 15 fully engulfed an historic horse barn on the grounds of the Illinois State Fairgrounds.

Update: 1 p.m. 6/16/25 SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — The Springfield Fire Department has shared more information about a fire that broke out at the Illinois State Fairgrounds Sunday evening. Fire ...

The Illinois State Fair for 2025 takes place Aug. 7 through 17. Skip to content. Main Navigation. Search. Search for: Local Weather ... Tickets do not cover admission to the fairgrounds.

The drink for sure will be sold at the Illinois State Fair from Springfield Beer Co. from Aug. 7 to 17. The drink will also be on tap at the Springfield Beer Co., 3788 Wabash Ave., and can be ...

The Illinois State Fair, a Springfield summer staple, is right around the corner, and here's who will be headlining the Grandstand stage this year. Skip to content. Main Navigation.