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Illinois Plastic Kit and Toy Show at DuPage County Fairgrounds

February 22 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

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Description

Illinois Plastic Kit and Toy Show at DuPage County Fairgrounds features more than 150 tables of model kits and toys to buy, sell or trade. Families can browse collectibles, hobby items and vintage toys together. Kids under 12 get in free, making it a fun stop for toy lovers of all ages.

Event cost: $8 adults, free for kids under 12

Event times: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb. 22, 2026

Additional Information

Website: https://dupagecountyfair.org/event/87th-illinois-plastic-kit-toy-show/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Western Suburbs

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