Illinois Department of Agriculture
07/22/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/23/2026 09:48
Du Quoin State Fair Announces Move to Online Livestock Exhibitor Registration
ShoWorks Platform Now Live
Du Quoin, IL - The Du Quoin State Fair announces that Livestock, Equine, and Home Show exhibitor registration has moved online using ShoWorks. This new system, and the Premium Books, are now available on the Du Quoin State Fair website.
The Du Quoin State Fair staff, along with show superintendents and youth advisors, have been working behind the scenes for months to convert the paper-entry system into a new digital platform.
"We are excited to bring our registration process into the 21st century with this powerful tool," said Jerry Costello II, Director of the Illinois Department of Agriculture. "Our priority is to make the process more efficient for our exhibitors."
"Online registration has become the standard across the industry, and ShoWorks allows us to meet those expectations," said Luke Davison, Manager of the Du Quoin State Fair. "Most exhibitors are already familiar with systems like this, making the transition seamless while giving us a more efficient and secure way to manage entries."
The 2026 entry deadline is 11:59 PM on August 8.
The Du Quoin State Fair runs from August 28 - September 7. To learn more, visit dsf.illinois.gov/ .
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