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Illinois State Fair cow sculpted out of butter next to Prairie Farms sign.

Illinois State Fair

More than 630,000 fairgoers will have the opportunity to experience dairy in new, fun ways during the Illinois State Fair! In the Dairy Building, interactive exhibits show attendees how dairy farmers care for their cows, communities, and the planet. As they wind their way through the building, they’ll discover this year’s Butter Cow, an unofficial icon of the fair since the 1920s. Finally, before leaving to find their next fair adventures, attendees will visit the Dairy Goodness Bar to enjoy the newest Flavor of the Fair, award-winning cream puffs, and more.

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Crowded Illinois State Fair Dairy Goodness concession stand.
Woman eating vanilla ice cream cone
Older man and woman holding ice cream cones and smiling.
Female dairy vendor holding tray of frozen deserts and smiling.
Illinois State Fair cow sculpted out of butter next to Prairie Farms sign.
Two women smiling for the camera in front of a photo of a cow
Female dairy worker sitting at table and speaking to two gentlemen.
Three women posing for the camera and holding a giant faux ice cream cone.
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