# Event Details - **Event Name**: Illinois Deer & Beer Fest August 28th-30th 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm – Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Illinois Deer & Beer Fest is an event for outdoorsman to kick off the fall hunting seasons! Door Prizes, Deals, Contests, and Entertainment!About this EventIllinois Deer & Beer Fest is a three-day event in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois that celebrates hunting, fishing, and outdoor traditions treasured by millions of Americans and their families.Illinois Deer and Beer Fest 2026 is going to be hosted in Bloomington, IL at the Interstate Center.Friday Aug 28th 3:00 PM -8:00 PM Saturday August 29th 10:00AM - 7:00PM Sunday August 30th 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMThere will be all kinds of incentives to be the first people through the doors Friday and Saturday! First 150 people each day will be getting a free beer PLUS we are working on more prizes!200 + Booths of Hunting or Fishing Vendors! $100,000 Door Prize Giveaway! Our outdoor sportsman show will also feature a Big Buck Contest, Archery Tournament, FREE YOUTH ACTIVITIES, a World Class Whitetail Collection, Seminars and more!Come meet Nick Mundt from Bone Collector and Tom "Tombo" Martin from Buck Commander!At Illinois Deer & Beer Fest, we are offering up everything YOU want in a Deer Show! But Most importantly it's about bringing our culture & traditions together to share experiences and our love of the hunt!Bring your family! Bring a Friend! Introduce them to the community and the lifestyle! Stories will be told, deals will be gotten, good times will be had!There is no better time to introduce them to the sport and industry! This is not only a great chance to find deals on great products, it's a chance to meet the people that innovate and work for the brands & companies you love!https://youtu.be/oNnZ0Jx17Vg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bloomington/illinois-deer-and-beer-fest-august-28th-30th-2026/100001992153329235 - **Event Categories**: festivals, sports, workshops, first-friday, contests, tournaments - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 2 hours - Location: McLean County Fairgrounds - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 7.18, max: 23.18, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Bloomington - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: McLean County Fairgrounds - **lat**: 40.4917449 - **long**: -89.04592129999999 - **full address**: McLean County Fairgrounds, 1106 Interstate Drive, Bloomington, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Illinois Deer & Beer Fest August 28th-30th 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/4d889f11ba2c4a286c7e01b1f0399ca7e1326bc774ac543df2b6a3334b145507-rimg-w1200-h600-dc000000-gmir.png?v=1783361059 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Illinois Deer & Beer Fest August 28th-30th 2026 being held? - **A:** Illinois Deer & Beer Fest August 28th-30th 2026 takes place on Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 02:00 pm to Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at McLean County Fairgrounds, 1106 Interstate Drive, Bloomington, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Illinois Deer & Beer Fest August 28th-30th 2026? - **A:** Illinois Deer & Beer Fest August 28th-30th 2026 is organized by Hunters Haven. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Illinois Deer & Beer Fest August 28th-30th 2026 is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bloomington, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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