Illinois State Fair Grandstand
Springfield, IL
62702
VENUE GUIDE
Illinois State Fair Grandstand
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STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Illinois State Fair Grandstand
Make the event easier by staying close to Illinois State Fair Grandstand and the surrounding Springfield area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
Carpenter Street Hotel
2.1 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (622 reviews)
Ramada by Wyndham Springfield North
2.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (815 reviews)
Northfield Inn Suites and Conference Center
2.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (1,049 reviews)
President Abraham Lincoln Springfield - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
2.5 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (1,775 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Illinois State Fair Grandstand & the Area
Illinois State Fair Grandstand is an event venue in Springfield, IL. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Illinois State Fair Grandstand for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Vose Korndogs
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (33 reviews)
Coliseum Corner
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (11 reviews)
Main Gate Bar & Grill
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (394 reviews)
Franny's
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (167 reviews)
American Legion post 32
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (193 reviews)
The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (263 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Kentucky Burn
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (46 reviews)
Keeley's Place
0.4 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (28 reviews)
Cheers Lounge
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (48 reviews)
Jackson's Handlebar
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (144 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Dotty's
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (37 reviews)
Lucy's Place
0.7 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (15 reviews)
Yellow Bird Coffee House
1.8 mi from the venue
Coffee near Illinois State Fair Grandstand for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (163 reviews)
Starbucks
2.0 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (243 reviews)
Museums
Dairy Building
0.3 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (32 reviews)
Illinois State Military Museum
1.8 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (281 reviews)
Attractions
Coliseum
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (158 reviews)
Illinois Route 66 Experience at Illinois State Fairground
0.4 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (151 reviews)
Fairview Park
0.9 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (175 reviews)
Indian Hills Park
1.0 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (59 reviews)
David T. Lawless Park
1.1 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (46 reviews)
Air Combat Museum
1.3 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (140 reviews)
Shopping
Sangamon Center North
0.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,100 reviews)
Fairhills
3.4 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (765 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Illinois State Fair Grandstand. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Main Gate Bar & Grill
0.4 mi from the venue
Food near Illinois State Fair Grandstand for after the show or game.
Today: 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (394 reviews)
Franny's
0.4 mi from the venue
Food near Illinois State Fair Grandstand for after the show or game.
Today: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (167 reviews)
The Stadium Smokehouse Bar and Grill
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (263 reviews)
The Winner's Circle
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Illinois State Fair Grandstand.
Today: 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (84 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Kentucky Burn
0.4 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 3:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (46 reviews)
Keeley's Place
0.4 mi from the venue
Drinks near Illinois State Fair Grandstand after the show or game.
Today: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (28 reviews)
Cheers Lounge
0.5 mi from the venue
Drinks near Illinois State Fair Grandstand after the show or game.
Today: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (48 reviews)
Jackson's Handlebar
0.7 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 12:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (144 reviews)
Getting to Illinois State Fair Grandstand
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Illinois State Fair Grandstand in Springfield, IL. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Illinois State Fair Grandstand. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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