

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Stock Car Races | Taylorville, IL
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Get ready for an action-packed week at the 2026 Christian County Fair in Taylorville, Illinois, running from July 21 to July 25! This year’s grandstand entertainment features an exciting mix of attractions—from heart-pounding stock car racing and a thrilling demolition derby to a powerful tractor pull and the dazzling Queens Pageant. Enjoy energetic live music, a bustling carnival, mouthwatering food vendors, and countless unforgettable experiences for everyone.

Friday, July 24, brings country sensation Gary Allan to the fair’s grandstand. Renowned for his captivating vocals, signature edge, and electrifying stage presence, Allan has captured the admiration of fans and critics alike. With nine studio albums and over 8 million records sold—including three platinum and five gold-certified albums—he’s a true standout in the industry. Allan’s impressive résumé features five No. 1 hits and fourteen Top 10 singles on country radio.

Country legend Mark Chesnutt will open the show, bringing timeless hits like “Too Cold at Home,” “Brother Jukebox,” and “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing” to the stage. Chesnutt’s storied career has taken him from the honky-tonk circuit to the top of the charts, earning him 14 No. 1 singles, 23 Top 10 tracks, more than 12 million albums sold, and the prestigious CMA Horizon Award. Billboard has honored him as one of the decade’s most-played country artists.

In addition to the spectacular concert, attendees can experience grandstand events every night of the fair, offering a diverse lineup of entertainment for all ages. Below, you'll find a detailed schedule highlighting the exciting festivities awaiting visitors at this year’s fair.
•	TUES, JULY 21: Queen Pageant
•	WED, JULY 22: Stock Car Races
•	THURS, JULY 23: ITPA Tractor Pull
•	FRI, JULY 24: Gary Allan with Mark Chesnutt
•	SAT, JULY 25: Demolition Derby
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/taylorville/stock-car-races-|-taylorville-il/200029694448444
- **Event Categories**: music, sports, entertainment, concerts, live-music, car-shows, art, carnivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 128

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://christiancountyfair.com/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=taylorville-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Taylorville
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Christian County Fairgrounds
- **lat**: 39.5509614835
- **long**: -89.3181829253
- **full address**: Christian County Fairgrounds, Christian County Fairgrounds, 1716 W Spresser St, Taylorville, IL 62568, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Christian County Ag Fair (https://allevents.in/org/christian-county-ag-fair/23994826)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Christian County Fairgrounds, Christian County Fairgrounds, 1716 W Spresser St, Taylorville, IL 62568, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Christian County Ag Fair
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** music, sports, entertainment, concerts, live-music, car-shows, art, carnivals
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Stock Car Races | Taylorville, IL ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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