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DuQuoin State Fairgrounds is an event venue at 655 Executive Dr, Du Quoin, IL 62832. Events include Venue rentals, Year round events. It is in Perry County, about 68 miles from St. Louis.
- Address
- 655 Executive Dr, Du Quoin, IL 62832
- Phone
- (618) 542-1515
- County
- Perry County
- Distance
- about 68 miles from St. Louis (straight line)
- Book or inquire
- https://dsf.illinois.gov/non-fair-events/rentals.html
About Du Quoin
Du Quoin is a small city in southeastern Perry County, Illinois, with a population of about 5,780. Founded in 1853 when the railroad arrived, it is named after Chief Jean Baptiste Ducoigne of the Kaskaskia people. The town lies near the historic Lusk's Ferry Road, an early route connecting Kaskaskia to the Ohio River. Du Quoin is best known for the annual DuQuoin State Fair, held since 1923, and its historic racing events. Visitors can reach Du Quoin by Amtrak, which connects to Carbondale and Chicago. The city covers roughly seven square miles and is noted for large populations of migrating Canada Geese in the spring. Nearby cities include St. Louis, about 68 miles away.
Getting there
- Rail and air
- Amtrak provides passenger rail service with connections to Carbondale and Chicago.
Around Du Quoin
- DuQuoin State Fairgrounds Racetrack: Hosts various racing events including USAC Silver Crown Series and ARCA Menards Series races.
- DuQuoin State Fair: An annual event held since 1923.
- Du Quoin area: Known for large populations of migrating and nesting Canada Geese in spring.
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Frequently Asked
- Where is DuQuoin State Fairgrounds located?
- DuQuoin State Fairgrounds is at 655 Executive Dr, Du Quoin, IL 62832, in Perry County.
- What kinds of events does DuQuoin State Fairgrounds host?
- Venue rentals, Year round events.
- What is there to see in Du Quoin?
- Places to see in Du Quoin include DuQuoin State Fairgrounds Racetrack, DuQuoin State Fair, Du Quoin area.
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