Contact Us / Directions

Directions

The Sandwich Fairgrounds address during the fair is 15730 Pratt Road. Please use the Pratt Road entrance to enter the fair parking lot to keep traffic moving and reduce congestion in Sandwich and Rte 34, especially on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of the Fair. Exits will be Lisbon Street to the East, and gate 5 to the West. Fairwinds Crossing and Pratt become exits towards the end of each evening. Fairwinds Crossing will continue to be a entrance on the east side of the grounds but it is recommended to be used by Sandwich Residents on the West side of town. Bike Riders and pedestrians can enter at Gate 1 by the Main Ticket Building just to the west of Fairwinds Crossing or Lisbon Street. Bikes can be parked between the Main Ticket Office and the Fair Association Office.

Ride Share

Uber, Lyft, Taxis etc. should enter at Pratt Road drop off your customer at the ticket gate North of the track and exit gate 5 or Lisbon Street. Just mention to a parking attendant you are dropping off and leaving.

Pratt Road Main Entrance Map

Bike and Pedestrian Map

Ride Share Drop off Map

Choose the location (closest to you) from the options below, and send the directions to your phone.

• From Chicago
• From Plainfield
• From Rockford
• From Princeton, Mendota, Meridan, Leland, and Somonauk
• From Palatine, Lombard, Downers Grove, and Naperville
• From Ottawa
• From Newark
• From Joliet
• From DeKalb
• From Sycamore
• From Morris

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If you have a question, click here first to look at the frequently asked question list.

For prospective Bands and Entertainment Acts

Please submit your information to be considered for the Sandwich Fair by sending your information to entertainment[at]sandwichfair.com  Types of entertainment this applies for: strolling acts, entertainment, on track entertainment, performances, Ag Land, Main, and Home Arts Stages.

Advertising

Submit advertising and promotional requests to advertising[at]sandwichfair.com

SPONSORSHIPS

Interested in sponsoring the Sandwich Fair.  Please let us know by emailing sponsors[at]sandwichfair.com

Exhibiting

If you are interested in showing livestock, collectible, vegetables, flowers, quilts, canned goods, antique tractors, antique auto show, you are considered to be an Exhibitor.  Please visit the Exhibitor Page to learn more.

Vendors

Learn more about becoming a vendor at the Sandwich Fair.  Vendors are classified as people, groups, or businesses that would like a space during the fair to promote a organization or sell products such as services, merchandise, or food.  To learn more and apply please visit the Vendor Page.

HANDICAP AND MOTORCYCLE PARKING

A parking attendant will direct you to the proper areas. Please have your handicap sticker available.

handicapped area information at friday night concert.

*Handicapped seating area (see chart on Friday Night Concert Page), please purchase the general admission tickets and you will be directed to the area by event staff. The pit section is standing only. Make sure to have your own chair, wheelchair, or scooter to sit on. One “buddy” can accompany you into the area. If you have a large group, there is plenty of room in the general admission section in front of the bleachers to sit with a large group.  All attendees need a paid ticket to enter the concert.

MOBILITY EQUIPMENT RENTAL

Scooters are located as you enter the East entry gate near the handicap parking.

Electric carts (scooters), strollers, wagons and wheelchairs are available for rent. Reserve online at vistamobility.net or call 262-677-2696.  Reserve by 9pm the day before to guarantee a scooter.  Limited availability, reserve as early as possible.   No credit/debit cards’ accepted at the fair booth.  Equipment rental pickup is close to handicap parking.

Rates
Wheelchair: $25 per day
Electric Carts & Scooters: $60 per day

Please use the contact us form below after reading the FAQ page and the fair event details page if you still have a question.  (The most asked question is right above this, please read before contacting us about wheelchair or scooter rentals.  This is also on amenities page and FAQ page.  Below are the top quick answers)

Top FAQ Questions so far leading up to the 2024 Sandwich Fair with quick answers. (All the detailed answers are on the website)

1. Scooter Rentals? Yes (Found on the FAQ page above and the amenities page)
2. Bring my dog? No, service animals only. (FAQ page)
3. Opening act for the concert?  That changes each year.  It will be posted on the Friday Night Concert Page if there is or is not a opening act each year.
4. Camping during the fair.  Yes, visit the camping page and read the fair time camping instructions.
5. Is there a culinary competition this year?  No. (this is on the fair event details page daily schedule)
6. Can you use ride wristbands only during the days and times listed?  Yes.  (There is a detailed list on the Fair Event Page about the wristbands, Click Here to be direct to that page.)
7. Group Outings?  There are no special or free tickets for any groups.  Please read the paragraph on the tickets or the  FAQ page.
8.  Is alcohol served during the concert or the fair?  No, alcohol is not served at the Sandwich Fair.
9. When and where will the Friday Night Concert meet and greet photos be posted?  They will be posted on the Friday Night Concert Page when the link is received from the photographer.  (May take up until the Tuesday following the Fair)

*Attention Sandwich Fair New Hampshire website visitor.  Please note this is the Sandwich Fair in Illinois Web-page, not the New Hampshire.  Please visit thesandwichfair.com for the correct website for the fair in New Hampshire.

Quick Direct Email Links

Vendors: sandwichfairroundoffice[at]gmail.com

Entertainment/Band Submissions: entertainment[at]sandwichfair.com

Public Event Grounds Rentals: fairgroundsrental[at]sandwichfair.com

*Use the quick email links above for the specific topic listed.  Use the contact form below for all other general questions after reading the FAQ’s above.