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Flyer for the 36th Annual Illinois Deer Classic event in Peoria, Illinois.

Join us for the Illinois Deer Classic, part of the Illinois Deer and Turkey Classic, a premier three-day event in Peoria, Illinois. Celebrate hunting, fishing, and outdoor traditions that are cherished by millions of Americans and their families at this exciting gathering, which is also a highlight of the Midwest Hunting Expo and other Sportsman Hunting Expos.

Illinois Fishing Expo in Peoria, IL, March 20-22nd with anglers and a big fish.

BIG NEWS FOR 2026!

This year, we are excited to debut the 'Illinois Fishing Expo' alongside the Illinois Deer Classic, which is part of the renowned Illinois Deer and Turkey Classic! This new addition will not detract from our popular hunting expo; instead, we will be utilizing unused space at the venue to create Illinois' Largest Sportsman's Expo! Enjoy two fantastic events for the price of one at the Illinois Deer Classic 2026, part of the Midwest Hunting Expo!

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SHOW HOURS & ADMISSION

SHOW HOURS for the Illinois Deer and Turkey Classic: 

Friday: March 20th. 2 PM to 7 PM 

Saturday: March 21st. 10 AM to 7 PM 

Sunday: March 22nd. 10 AM to 4 PM 


Admission to the Illinois Deer Classic: 

Adult: $10.00 

Youth 10-15: $5.00 Age 9 & under Free 

Friday: Ladies $5.00 All Day 


*NEW SUNDAY SPECIAL at the Midwest Hunting Expo: 

Military Day $5 All Day! 

All Active and Retired Military, with I.D. 


Big Buck Contest Admission for the Illinois Deer Classic 2026: 

$20 includes 3-day pass

    2026 FEATURES

    Row of mounted deer heads with large antlers on stands against a dark wall.

    30+ World Record Whitetails Display

    Mounted deer trophies with antlers displayed at an exhibition.

    Big Buck Contest

    Meet TOM "Tombo" Martin From Buck Commander

    Meet Scot "Bow Boy" Evans From "BowTok"

    Meet & Hang with the Working Class Bowhunter Crew!

    Meet Kyle Heuerman & Some of the Boys with Team Radical!

    Kids Fishing Pond stocked with 1400 BlueGill & Trout

    Illinois Deer Classic 2026 Seminars coming soon!

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    Illinois Deer Classic: SEMINAR HOSTS

    Mike Roux

    Tom Mesnard

    Man in camouflage with hunting gear in a forest setting.

    Ron Slifer

    Andy Andreas

    Joe Melton

    Joe Melton

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