National Show Horse Finals
Illinois State Fairgrounds · Springfield
Wed, Sep 16
The Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, IL, is a multi-building campus that hosts a variety of collector and hobby shows, including rock and gem shows, swap meets, and giant flea markets. The facility features several rentable spaces, such as the Orr Building at 39,000 sq ft and the Expo Building, which exceeds 60,000 sq ft. Other notable structures include the Illinois Building, a three-story facility constructed in 1949 with a 12,272 sq ft main floor. For larger gatherings, the Grandstand provides a capacity of over 13,000 people.
Facility
Commonly hosts: auctions, cat show, giant flea market, musical entertainment, proms, swap meet, rock & gem show, trade shows
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