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ILLINOIS PRODUCT EXPO RETURNS TO DU QUOIN STATE FAIR

By Mark Wells Sep 3, 2026 | 11:48 AM

Illinois-made products and locally produced foods will be showcased during the second weekend of the 2026 Du Quoin State Fair.

The Illinois Product Expo will be held in the Expo Hall from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

Vendors will offer samples and products including seasonings, jams and jellies, honey, freeze-dried candy, salsa, coffee, herbal tea, soaps, lip balm, candles, birdhouses and wood and gourd crafts. Several Illinois wineries will also offer wine tastings.

Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II said the expo gives consumers an opportunity to connect with local farmers and producers while highlighting products grown and made throughout Illinois.

The Du Quoin State Fair continues through Labor Day Monday.   Admission to the fair is free.