Bureau County Fairgrounds

Princeton, IL

The Bureau County Fairgrounds in Princeton, IL, serves as a versatile location for various events, including collector and hobby shows. Established in 1855, it is the longest-running fair in Illinois and has functioned as the entertainment center of Bureau County for over 160 years. In addition to community fairs, the facility is available for rental use to host meetings, parties, and weddings.

Shows at this venue

Sauk Trail Gun Show: Gun & Knife Shows in Princeton, Illinois (ammo & reloading scene)Stock Image

Sauk Trail Gun Show

Bureau County Fairgrounds · Princeton

Sat, Oct 24 – Sun, Oct 25

Hours: Saturday 8:30am–4pm, Sunday 8:30am–3pm

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Walneck's Swap Meet - Princeton IL: Motorcycle Shows, Rallies & Swaps in Princeton, Illinois (cruiser scene)Stock Image

Walneck's Swap Meet - Princeton IL

Bureau County Fairgrounds · Princeton

Sun, Nov 8

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Venue details

Commonly hosts: weddings, meetings, parties

Frequently asked

What types of shows are held here?
The venue hosts collector and hobby shows, as well as weddings, meetings, and parties.
Where is it located?
The Bureau County Fairgrounds is located in Princeton, IL.

Sources

Facts on this page trace to these 2 sources — last retrieved Aug 29, 2026.