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Rides, Music, Food, More: Guide To 2023 DuPage County Fair

See what's in store for the 2023 DuPage County Fair, which kicks off July 28.

See what's in store for the 2023 DuPage County Fair, which kicks off July 28.
See what's in store for the 2023 DuPage County Fair, which kicks off July 28. (Laurie Farver-Busch)

WHEATON, IL — The 2023 DuPage County Fair is set to kick off July 28, bringing colorful carnival rides and games, delicious fair food, live music and other festivities to the fairgrounds in Wheaton.

Other fun events include a pickleball tournament, a pie eating contest and, of course, several 4-H competitions.

Hours

July 28: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

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July 29: 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.

July 30: 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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Admission Fees

Adults, ages 13 and older: $10

Seniors, ages 62 and older: $5

Children, ages 3 through 12: $5

Children 2 and younger: Free

Active military members: Free with identification

Live Music, Competitions, More

The live music schedule for the 2023 DuPage County Fair is as follows.

July 28

2:30 p.m.: Nueva Era performance

4 p.m.: Coverlicious performance

6 p.m.: Sammy and the Knights performance

8 p.m.: Vital Signs performance

July 29

12:30 p.m.: Vest Dance Troupe

1:30 p.m.: Nueva Era performance

Talent Contest

Cash prizes are available for the top four placings in the fair's talent contest, which is slated for July 30 at 1:30 p.m. Those who are interested in performing should email dupagecountytalent@gmail.com or call 630-407-4423.

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