Pike County Fairboard prepares for 79th annual Pike County Fair

The Pike County Fairboard is proud to announce the 79th annual Pike County Fair that will be held June 2-6, 2026 in Pleasant Hill, IL. New items for this year is a new carnival with larger amusement rides, the return of the Talent Show and Baby Contest, Side-by-Side Barrel Racing along with Zero Turn Mower Barrel Racing. The event will continue to host Exhibits, Pageants, Livestock shows, the Speed Horse Show, Truck and Tractor Pulls, Garden Tractor Pulling, SXS Racing, and the perennial favorite Demolition Derby.
Children 12 and under are free to get into the fair daily. Armbands for unlimited rides nightly are $20 for pre-sale. The Fairboard can be contacted via facebook/website for pre-sales. Live music on Friday night.
For more information and updates can be found at Pikecountyfairillinois.com or on Facebook – Pike County Illinois Fair