Saturday, August 10 | 9 AM to 12 PM
Hope is honored once again to partner with the Illinois State Fair to create a more inclusive environment for all.
What Are Sunflower Hours?
Sunflower Hours will be held on Kids Day, Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 9 am to 12 Noon. During this sensory-friendly time, the Fair will make adjustments to select programming to create a softer, more calming environment for children and adults who experience sensory processing sensitivities.
Additionally, there will be a variety of Free entertainment available on various stages throughout the fairgrounds. All of the entertainment held during these hours is family-friendly but without the use of large sound systems and loud music.
Additional Sensory Friendly Times at the Illinois State Fair
Sunflower Hours at Conservation World (8th Street Entrance)
Tuesday, August 13 and Saturday, Agust 17 | 9 AM to 10 AM
Sensory Station
Emmerson Building
10 AM to 7 PM Daily
Located inside the Emmerson Building, the Sensory Station is available daily from 10 AM to 7 PM in the area formerly known as Kids Korner.
Just off Main Street and Brin Raney Ave., this air-conditioned area will be a dedicated quiet zone for any individual dealing with sensory issues. The station is equipped with sensory processing tools such as weighted blankets, noise-canceling headphones, and quiet activities designed to help adults and children refocus.
Hope is providing a limited number of sensory bags equipped with noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, and sunglasses that can be checked out and used while attending the fair.