ILLINOIS STATE FAIR PLANS WEEKEND OF DESTRUCTION

SPRINGFIELD, IL - Get ready for a smashing good time! Illinois State Fair officials have once again teamed up with Shaner Promotions for the ever popular demolition derby where powerful machines lock horns for prizes during a weekend of destruction.

It all begins in the Multi Purpose Arena on Friday August 16th at 7:30 pm with Monster & Mega Trucks, boat races, and rock crawlers. Then Saturday August 17th, the Illinois Championship Demolition Derby begins at 6:30pm opening with "Kids Tire Wheels" where children ages 3-9 crash into each other in battery operated cars. When the dust settles, they'll receive medals for their bravery! Then total annihilation ensues with compact, full-size and bone stock racing and five classes of demolition derbies including the popular "Powder Puff" all girl's derby.

Tickets can be purchased through Ticketmaster (online or mobile app) or through the Fair's Grandstand Box office in-person or by calling 217-782-1979.

Monster & Mega Truck -  $15 Adult and $5 Child (12 and under)
Demolition Derby - $20 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under.

"The Demolition Derby is a featured favorite of the Illinois State Fair," said Kevin Gordon Illinois State Fair Manager. "Shaner Promotions puts on a crowd-pleasing show, perfect for the whole family."

For demolition rule questions contact Andrew Langley at 217-652-7064, and for all other questions contact Shane McDermith with Shaner Promotions at 217-529-6400.

For information on fair events, visit the Illinois State Fair website, IllinoisStateFair.info.