The Illinois State Fair is happening this year from August 9th through the 19th.  The twilight parade kicks off tonight at 6:00 pm starting at 9th St. and North Grand.

Go here for a complete schedule of acts playing the Grandstand this year.  Headlining bands and musicians include: Eric Church, Demi Lovato, Toby Mac, Million Dollar Quartet, Brantley Gilbert, Train, Creed, Cheap Trick, Miranda Lambert, and the Steve Miller Band.