Begin your Illinois Wine Experience with a $10 ticket, which includes six tasting tickets to kick off your tasting adventure. With more than a dozen wineries from across the state gathering in Springfield, you’re invited to sample at your own pace from a wide variety of winery vendor booths. The Wine Competition booth also returns this year, featuring over 100 award-winning wines recognized in the Illinois State Fair Wine Competition.
Discover an incredible array—whites, reds, rosés, and everything from dry to sweet—showcasing the diversity of Illinois winemaking. Whether you’re a seasoned taster or simply curious, browsers are always welcome to enjoy the sights, sounds, and festive energy inside the fair’s most iconic indoor setting.
All guests must be 21 or over to sample or purchase wine.