The Chicago Casual Traveler: Kane County Fairgrounds, Saint Charles, IL (Kane County)

Destination of the Day: Kane County Fairgrounds, Saint Charles, IL (Kane County)

Yes, this fairground does have livestock and 4-H shows, but also has home/garden expos, dog training programs, and a well respected flea market. The public transit option is a bit more challenging than most trips so plan on combining this trip with a visit to downtown Saint Charles and the nearby Century Corners Historic Shopping District before returning to Geneva.

Address:

Kane County Fairgrounds

http://www.kanecountyfair.com

525 South Randall Road

St Charles, IL 60174-1533

Getting There:

Public Transit (always confirm schedules)-

METRA:

http://metrarail.com

-Use METRA's Union Pacific West Line to Geneva station

-Take PACE 801 to fairgrounds

-Note: For the return trip check with PACE for the most efficient schedule.

Auto (always confirm route)-

-Take I-88 to the North Lake Street/Route 31 exit

-At Route 31, turn north and continue to West State Street/Route 38

-At West State Street/Route 38, turn west and continue to fairgrounds