State Fair Events

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COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Locations

The one-dose Johnson & Johnson (J&J) vaccine and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine will be available for free at both locations on the state fairgrounds in Du Quoin. COVID-19 testing will also be available at both vaccination locations. Please bring a photo ID. Proof of immigration status is not required. The J&J vaccine is only authorized for individuals 18 years and older. The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is authorized for individuals 12 years and older. More information about COVID-19 vaccine can be found at http://www.dph.illinois.gov/covid19/vaccine-faq.

What are the masking, testing, and vaccination requirements for the fair?

Pursuant to CDC and IDPH guidance, all fair attendees, regardless of vaccination status, will be required to wear masks in public indoor settings, including First Heat, Second Heat, SI Center, and Expo Hall. Additionally, all Grandstand concert goers must wear masks to all performances. Masks will be provided at the grandstand upon entrance as well as in other locations throughout the fairgrounds and must be worn over the nose and mouth indoors and for the duration of all grandstand performances. Masks are encouraged in all other areas of the fairgrounds.

There are no testing or vaccination requirements for the Du Quoin State Fair.

Do I need proof of vaccination or a negative test to gain access to the State Fairgrounds?

No. You do not need proof of vaccination or a negative test to gain access to the State Fairgrounds in Du Quoin.

Additional Mitigations

• Anyone who is sick or exhibiting any of the following symptoms, including: cough, shortness of breath, fever, chills, muscle pain or sore throat, should not attend the DuQuoin State Fair
• Masks are encouraged for participants and attendees of the Twilight Parade
• Carnival workers, vendors and concessionaires are required to wear masks and are responsible for assisting in the cleaning of adjacent sitting and picnic table areas
• Carnival will use fogger machines with a 72-hour disinfectant on all rides
• Fogger machines will be used to clean the Grandstand and Expo Hall every evening
• Dedicated crews to clean high touch areas, including restrooms, barns and common eating areas
• Hand-washing stations and mounted and portable hand sanitizers throughout the grounds