Welcome to the Morgan County IL Fairgrounds


Entries for Junior Fair must be delivered to the 4-H Building 6:45 a.m. – 10 a.m. Entries for Adult Fair must be delivered to the Adult Building 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Queen and Princess Pageant Grandstand — 7 p.m. Adults: $5, Kids (5 and under): Free Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Southeast Corner of Fairgrounds – 8 a.m. Sheep Judging Show Ring — 8 a.m. Rabbit Judging Special Event Tent — 8 a.m. Ag Products JudgingJunior and Adult Buildings — 9 a.m. "Water Wise Gardening" – by Duane Friend Adult Building — 1:30 p.m. "Don't Be Afraid To Have Fun With Food"– by Sue Tapscott & Karen Douglas Adult Building — 2:30 p.m. Merchant Building opens — 4 p.m. Pavilion Opens, 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. 4-H Cat Judging, Extention Office — 5 p.m. Carnival Armbands: $20(Adv. Purchase: $18) 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Talent ShowGrandstand — 7 p.m. Adults: $5, Kids (5 and under): Free Swine Judging Show Ring — 7:30 a.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 10 a.m. Kid's Day Special Events Tent and Adult Building — 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 2 p.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 2 p.m. Merchants Building opens — 4 p.m. LoghoggersLog Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 4 p.m. Pavilion opens 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Carnival Armbands: $20 (Adv. Armbands: $18) — 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 6 p.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 6 p.m. Demo Derby Adults: $10 Kids (8 - 12): $5 Grandstand — 7 p.m. LoghoggersLog Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 8 p.m. Acoustic Avenue Pavilion — 9 p.m. - 11 p.m. Super Showman Shootout Show Ring — 8 a.m. Poultry Judging — 10 a.m. Goat Judging Show Ring — 10:30 a.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 11 a.m. Livestock Judging Contest Show Ring — 2 p.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 2 p.m. LoghoggersLog Sculpting Demonstration Northwest side of fairgrounds — 2 p.m. Merchants Building opens — 4 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 4 p.m. Pavilion opens — 5 p.m. - 12:30 p.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 5 p.m. Carnival Armbands: $20 (Adv. Armbands: $18) 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 6 p.m. Chris Young with opening act, The McClymonts Track: $20, Grandstand: $18 Grandstand — 7:30 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 8 p.m. Big on Blondes Pavilion — After concert Beef Judging Show Ring — 8 a.m. 6 on 6 Volleyball Tournament Northeast Corner of Fairgrounds — 9 a.m. Western Horse Show Horse Arena — 10 a.m. Bench Press/Deadlift Championships Pavilion — 10:30 a.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Merchants Building opens — 4 p.m. Pavilion opens — 5 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 5 p.m. Carnival Armbands: $20 (Adv. Armbands: $18) 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 6 p.m. Rodney Atkins with opening act Greg Bates Grandstand: $18, Track: $20 Grandstand — 7:30 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 8 p.m. Still Kickin' Pavilion — Following concert-12:30 a.m. Family Day Free Gate Admission 4 on 4 Volleyball Tournament Northeast Corner of Fairgrounds — 9 a.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 9:30 a.m. Antique Tractor Pull Free Admission Grandstand — 10 a.m. Morgan County 4-H Horse Show Horse Arena — 10 a.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 11 a.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 11:30 a.m. Pavilion opens 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Merchants Building opens 1 p.m. Lowder and Lounsberry Blues Band Pavilion — 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Pedal Tractor Pull Registration East Horse Barn — 1:30 p.m. Loghoggers Log Sculpting Demonstration Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. Pedal Tractor Pull East Horse Barn — 2 p.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 2 p.m. Pet and Wheel Parade Show Ring — 3:30 p.m. or following the Pedal Pulls Carnival Armbands: $20 (Adv. Armbands: $18) 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. Community Summer Band Pavilion — 4:30 p.m. TAF Magic Show Ag Education Center (Under Grandstand) — 5 p.m. Auction of Log Carvings by Loghoggers Northwest corner of fairgrounds — 5 p.m. Professional Truck and Tractor Pull Adults: $10, Kids (8-12): $5, Pit Passes: $25 Grandstand — 6 p.m. 4-H Livestock Auction Show Ring — 1 p.m.

SpecialEventsPrograms

Held in the Adult Building west of the Fair Office on the southeast corner of the Fairgrounds

Wednesday July 11

“Basic Gardening Tips"- Presented by Martha Vaché

1:30 p.m.

Plants will grow and flourish if given the right care and an appropriate environment.
This workshop will discuss the basics in growing both flowers and vegetables.
Martha is a Master Gardener in training. Other Master Gardeners (including Anita Moody and Susan Harden) will also be available to help answer your gardening questions.

"Hot Off the Grill" Presented by Randy Twyford

2:30 p.m.

Randy owns Twyford BBQ & Catering in Jacksonville.
He will demonstrate how to use the grill for cooking for your family.
Learn cooking tips and enjoy delicious samples.

Thursday July 12

Kids Day

Located on the southeast part of the fairgrounds near the 4-H Building
Fun Activities for Children --ages 2 to 12

1:30 to 3 p.m.

Face Painting, Games, Activities, Crafts
Fire Safety House provided by the Jacksonville Fire Department
McGruff the Crime Dog – South Jacksonville Police Department
Blue Bear - mascot of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Terry the Tiger - mascot of Tiger Troop at Farmers State Bank & Trust Company
Prizes – donated by Representative C.D. Davidsmeyer
Educational Activities – provided by Thank a Farmer, Cass Morgan Farm Bureau Young Leaders, JACIL,
Midwest Youth Services, Morgan County Health Department, North Side Ag 4-H Club, Illinois College, Passavant Area Hospital, and adult and teen volunteers.
Gifts, coupons, and prizes - donated by Morgan County merchants

"Pedal Tractor Pull"
In the east horse barn (west of the show ring)-2:00 p.m.
This FREE activity is open to children who have not yet attended high school

This event is designed to give young boys and girls a chance to try their luck at tractor pulling using specially designed Pedal Tractors and Sleds. Any boy or girl who has not entered high school is eligible to participate in the Pedal Pull. There is no entry fee.

Registration is from 1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the east horse barn, west of the show ring
(Older youth may register until their class pulls)

First Place trophies will be awarded in each weight class.

1st—$5 2nd—$4 3rd—$3 4th—$2.50 5th—$2 6th—$1.50 7th—$1

Classes:

1. 0-39 pounds

2. 40-49 pounds

3. 50-59 pounds

4. 60-74 pounds

5. 75-89 pounds

6. 90-119 pounds

7. 120+ pounds

Classes will be assigned based on each child's weight.

Trophies & prize money - donated by Cass-Morgan County Farm Bureau
Participation prizes - donated by Franklin Bank, First National Bank, & Waggener Farms

"Thank you" to the many volunteers who present programs or help with the children's activities.

A special "Thank You" to the many Morgan County businesses who generously donate prizes.

The Morgan County Fair Auxiliary plans these special programs and activities for your enjoyment.

Morgan County Fair Auxiliary Officers

President-Martha Vaché

First Vice-President-Jill Waggener

Second Vice-President-Joyce Ginder

Secretary-Elizabeth Hardy

Assistant Secretary-Rosemary Lonergan

Treasurer-Nancy Long

Assistant Treasurer-Agnes Johnson

Work Day Meal Chair-Agnes Johnson & Donna Jackson

Special Events Chair-Martha Vaché