the Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Program-Camp Lincoln Military Academy, Springfield IL - June 21-26, 2026
Program Goal
American Legion departments and posts are encouraged to sponsor Youth Cadet Law Enforcement Programs in cooperation with their State Police or Highway Patrol. From state to state the name of the program may vary and include such terms as Trooper Week Program, Law Enforcement Training, and State Police Youth Week.
The program provides first-hand experiences and insight into the operations of law enforcement agencies. The program also affords these highly motivated young people an opportunity to consider law enforcement as a potential career choice. Recruitment of high school students, both male and female, representing all communities and backgrounds in the state, is one goal of the program. Once these young people have been selected to attend the program, the law enforcement community is challenged to present a program that will instill an understanding and respect for law enforcement professionals and their techniques.
Qualifications
The program is available to male and female high school students who have completed their junior year of high school and are in good academic standing. They should be of good moral character and possess a desire to learn more about the law enforcement profession. Their high school should recommend students who meet these qualifications to local posts who are sponsoring the Junior Law Cadet Program.
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Illinois State Fair
Sunday, August 16 - Veterans and Gold Star Families Day
Veterans and their immediate families are admitted to the grounds for free. A veterans parade and activities are some of the highlights for the day. Discounted ride passes for families of military veterans.
Highlights
- Veterans Day Ceremony (Lincoln Stage)
- Veterans Day Parade (Grandstand Avenue)
General Information
The 2026 Illinois State Fair runs from Thursday, August 13th through Sunday, August 23rd.
The Fairgrounds are open from 7 a.m. to Midnight for the duration of the Fair.
Discount Admission Books and Seasonal Parking Passes can be purchased online ahead of your arrival through our digital ticketing partner, Etix.
Daily Admission Rates: *
| Children (0-12) |
FREE |
Daily |
| Adults (13-59) |
$10.00 |
Fridays & Saturdays |
| Adults (13-59) |
$5.00 |
Sunday-Thursday
*Note discount days below
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| Seniors (60+) |
$3.00 |
Daily
*Note discount days below
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Parking Rates: *
| Daily |
Gates 4, 6, 7, 8, or 11 |
$5.00 |
| Seasonal |
Gate 6 |
$40.00 |
*Prices Subject to Change
FREE & Discount Admission Days:
| Sunday, August 16 |
Veterans & their immediate families |
FREE with proper ID |
| Monday, August 17 |
Seniors & Scouts |
FREE with proper ID |
| Tuesday, August 18 |
Seniors & Adults |
$2.00 Admission |
| Friday, August 21 |
First Responders and Healthcare Workers |
FREE with proper ID |
Discount Admission Booklets:
| Admission Booklet |
$45.00 |
Eleven (11) Any-Day 2026 Adult Admission Tickets |
| Senior Admission Booklet |
$30.00 |
Eleven (11) Any-Day 2026 Senior Admission Tickets
*Seniors receive FREE Admission on 8/17.
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