The Office of the Governor of the State of Illinois
08/04/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/05/2026 14:41
Comptroller Susana Mendoza Invites Fairgoers to Stop by Her Office's Tent at the Illinois State Fair
The Illinois Office of Comptroller (IOC) will again host a tent at the Illinois State Fair, offering visitors exciting giveaways, cold water, games, information about the office's programs and services, and a chance to learn more about what the IOC does as the state's fiscal watchdog.
"The Illinois State Fair is one of my favorite traditions, and I hope fairgoers will stop by our tent between concerts, corndogs and lemon shake-ups to learn what the Comptroller's Office does, how we safeguard taxpayer dollars and the important services we provide every day," said Comptroller Mendoza.
Additionally, the IOC will hold three special events during the fair, including Comptroller Mendoza's popular dog adoption event, which results in at least one pooch finding a forever home each year.
Friday, August 14th
WILD Canine Rescue in Springfield will be at the tent from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with some of the group's adorable dogs available for adoption. Come out and spend some time with the animals in need of a family and learn more about the IOC's Comptroller's Critters program.
Saturday, August 15th
Visit the IOC tent for "Fit at the Fair" from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. as we highlight our Culinary Kids program. For the first hour, personal trainer and owner of Crème De La Clem Fitness, Clemence Ahiable will lead mini workouts for young fairgoers and then from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Marisa DeLay, chef and owner of Emerald's Eats will show children how to prepare an easy and healthy meal.
Friday, August 21st
Lasting Balance Aesthetics and Wellness will be on hand to discuss skin care, the importance of sunscreen, vitamin injections and more from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Illinois Comptroller's tent is located on the north side of Brian Raney Avenue.
The Illinois State Fair runs August 13th through the 23rd.
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