Seniors have a special opportunity at the Illinois State Fair on August 11th. Adults aged 60 and older receive free admission for Senior Day, which promises activities focused on wellness and entertainment. Visitors can take advantage of free health screenings and join wellness demonstrations throughout the day. The fair also features games, contests with cash prizes, and a lineup of musical performances at the Illinois Building. Couples are invited to take part in The Not So Newlywed Game, adding some lighthearted competition to the festivities. Organizers aim to celebrate the state’s older residents with both practical resources and plenty of fun.
“We are excited to welcome over 100 state and community partners to Senior Day to offer health screenings and information to older adults,” said IDoA Director Mary Killough. “We’ll also be hosting special events and activities throughout the day, including bingo and the crowd-pleasing Not So Newlywed Game.”
- 9:45 – 10:15 a.m. – Performance by the Tip Top Tappers tap dancing troupe
- 10:30 a.m. – Opening remarks by IDoA Director Mary Killough and Adult Protective Services Advocate of the Year awards presentation
- 11 a.m. – Bingo begins in the Mezzanine area
- 11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Information session on the Multi-Sector Plan for Aging
- 12 – 1:30 p.m. – The Not So Newlywed Game
- Participation is open to couples aged 50 and older. Cash prizes will be awarded for first and second place to the couples who answer the most questions correctly. Participating couples must register at the Department on Aging’s booth, located on the main floor of the Illinois Building, at least 15 minutes before game time.
- 2 – 2:45 p.m. – Medicare and Illinois Jeopardy Contest
- Cash prizes will be awarded to first through third place winners. Participants must register at the Department on Aging’s booth, located on the main floor of the Illinois Building, at least 15 minutes before game time.
- 3 – 4:00 p.m. – Singing performance by BB Ross & the Happy Accidents
