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DuQuoin State Fair Grandstand Announced

By By: Jeff Williams

DuQuoin, Illinois – The 88th annual Du Quoin State Fair kicks off on August 27th.

Fair Manager John Rednour, Junior says this year features a full schedule of entertainment.

Harness racing opens the fair and auto racing caps this year's entertainment with the USAC and ARCA series.

Grand stand entertainment includes Lee Ann Womack, Styx, and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

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