Illinois Turkey Season 2026-27
Opens in 4 daysIllinois's turkey season opens 2026-10-01 and closes 2027-01-17.
Last verified September 25, 2026Illinois wildlife agency
Zones & dates
- Opens in 4 days
Open counties
Fall archery
- Opens
- October 1, 2026
- Closes
- January 17, 2027
- Bag limit
- Closed Nov 20-22 and Dec 3-6 in firearm deer counties
- Opens in 27 days
Open counties
Fall shotgun
- Opens
- October 24, 2026
- Closes
- November 1, 2026
- Bag limit
- See official regulations for bag limits.
Key rules
- Dates and units
- Use the zone or region shown for your hunt.
- Official regulations
- Confirm license, permit, legal shooting hours, bag limits, and special requirements with the state agency before hunting.
Frequently asked questions
Illinois's turkey season opens 2026-10-01 and closes 2027-01-17.
Regulations change every year and can vary by county or unit. Hunting Season by State is a reference tool, not a substitute for the official regulation book — always verify dates, zones, and bag limits with the state wildlife agency before you hunt.