Ford County Fair

About

Running since 1926, the Ford County Fair is held each summer in Melvin and features agriculture, livestock, entertainment, carnival rides, great food, and local vendors. The fair brings together a mix of agricultural exhibitors, food vendors, crafters, and commercial businesses for a week-long community event in Central Illinois.

Details

Type

Fair

Season / Event Date(s)

2026 dates TBA (Franklin Co Fair of Melvin Inc — actually Ford Co fair listing per IL Assn Ag Fairs)

Venue

Ford County Fairgrounds

Tags

• fair
• county
• annual
• multi-day