Event Planning, Talent Buying for Concerts and Corporate Events, Event Promotion & Marketing
Artist Management, Event Booking/Planning, Fair & Festival Talent Booking
07/07/2025
Our friends are gonna have a party this fall!!!
🚨 JUST ANNOUNCED! 🚨
Justin Moore is coming to The Barnyard Venue! 🎸
🗓️ Saturday, September 27
📍 The Barnyard Venue
🎟️ Tickets on sale Friday, July 11 at 10AM
Get ready for a night of country hits you won’t want to miss! 🤠
UPDATE: Tickets starting at $55.72. Includes fees and taxes.
07/04/2025
🇺🇸🎆From everyone at Venue 720 Productions, enjoy a safe and joyful holiday filled with family, friends, and a bit of Southern rock!
06/26/2025
Some of you may remember our buddy Channing Wilson playing at our venue a couple of times back in the day!! We want to wish him the best of luck and want you all to tune in and support him with us!!
05/26/2025
🇺🇸 Remembering Our Heroes 🇺🇸
This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who gave everything for our freedom.
Grateful. Remembering. Never forgetting.
– Venue 720 Productions
05/05/2025
🤩What a night to remember!
Thank you to everyone who came oput and braved the rain with us - your joy and flexibility through the weather and last-minute changes meant the world. Even with the showers, the spirit of the night never dimmed!
We're beyond grateful for all of YOU who showed up, danced in the rain, and made the most of every moment.
A heartfelt thank you to all our amazing sponsors, including a few we have yet to mention...Roy Schmidt Honda, Knapp Oil Company, and Livin' It Up Transportation - your support made this event possible in every way.
To our awesome food trucks, thank you for serving with a smile despite the weather, and keeping bellies full and happy!
And to our incredibly talented artists - your performances brought sunshine to a rainy night. Your dedication and heart shined through every song.
Though the rain changed our plans a bit, it couldn't stop the music, the laughter, or the memories. Thank you for being part of such a special evening!
Feel free to drop a pic of your favorite memory from the concert in the comments below📸
05/03/2025
🚗 Parking Update🚗
We're excited to welcome you to an incredible night of music at the fairgrounds! To keep everything running smoothly and safely:
*Primary parking will be located at the fairgrounds in designated safe areas.
*Once those spots are full, overflow parking will be directed to the school and the Irwin Facility.
*Livin’ it Up will provide a free shuttle service from those locations back to the fairgrounds.
We're doing everything we can to make this event safe and smooth for everyone. Thank you for your patience and support - we can't wait to see you there!
05/03/2025
DAY OF SHOW!
Tonight is the night we've all been waiting for! The stage is set, the lights are ready, and we can't wait to welcome you to the Effingham County Fairgrounds for an unforgettable night of country and Christian music!
Laila Smith Music kicks things off with a powerful opening set, followed by the country crooner James Carothers - you won't want to miss these performances! And then the incredible Anne Wilson takes the stage!
🎟Online ticket sales have been shut off BUT you can still purchase tickets at the gate!
🌧The weather took a turn on us, be we aren't going to let it dampen our spirits! We ask that NO UMBRELLA'S are brought to the show. Walking to the grandstands with one is fine, however you cannot open it during the show. We want everyone to have ultimate views of the stage! Feel free to bring a poncho and blanket and stay warm and dry!
Grab your friends, bring your energy, and meet us at the fairgrounds tonight! Gates open at 5:00pm - Get there early for food trucks, merch, your chance to win Meet -n- Greets, and a whole lot of fun!
Let's make some memories tonight - who's ready?!
05/02/2025
Rain or Shine, the Show Goes On!🌦️
We know there’s some rain in the forecast, but we’re not letting that stop us! The concert is happening rain or shine, and we’re planning to make the most of it.
Grab your ponchos, lace up those rain boots, and get ready for an unforgettable night of country and Christian music🎶
Let’s turn a few raindrops into a whole lot of memories—hopefully we’ll be leaving the rain in the rearview!
See y’all there!
04/30/2025
Looking for 3 dependable volunteers to help with artist merch table this Saturday, May 3rd in Effingham. You’ll need to be there by 4 until after the concert ends.
04/29/2025
Know Before You Go!!!
Anne Wilson at Effingham County Fairgrounds is this week! To get you guys prepared, we have a list of things you should know before you go!
1. Bring cash! A lot of the vendors will be doing cash sales only. There will be an ATM on site for your convenience.
2. Gates are at 5pm. Music starts around 6pm.
3. VIP parking will be entering on the NW CORNER of the fairgrounds. All other parking will be in center of the fairgrounds.
4. The weather is looking AMAZING🤩 partly sunny during the day and 65-70 degrees. A perfect spring night to spend under the stars!
5. Bags and purses will be subject to security search. No coolers or outside drinks or food allowed. No guns or weapons allowed on fairgrounds. No smoking/vaping allowed inside grandstands.
04/27/2025
📢Ticket alert!!!
Prices go up at the gate, so grab yours early and save some cash!
You don't want to miss this night of faith, country music, and unforgettable memories!
May 3rd... it's almost here!!!
Tag your concert crew and let's pack the fairgrounds!
Only ONE WEEK away! Anne Wilson is coming to Effingham County Fairgrounds and Laila Smith Music is kickin' off the night, with James Carothers as direct support! Don't miss this unforgettable concert...Grab your tickets now!!
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Venue 720 is a Reception Hall and Entertainment Venue located in Flora, Illinois. Our vintage charm, industrial décor, & immense attention to detail are just a few of the things that have all who visit it enthusiastic over Venue 720.
Dustin & Kathy Smith are the owners, along with their two daughters, Laila & Maura Kay, who are a constant staple at the building. As a family-owned business, we make it our priority to welcome our guests with unparalleled hospitality.
Located in the heart of Flora, IL, Venue 720 is an old car dealership that has been renovated to host a wide variety of events and guests. Our large banquet/reception hall is spacious enough to seat up to 300 plus guests for a wedding or special event.
For concert style seating we can seat 400 plus. While our large industrial venue makes a fresh and unique setting for corporate and private events, there’s nothing like a wedding at Venue 720.
The property features an exposed brick and old world plaster finish mixed with rustic barn wood accents throughout the venue, a spacious brides room, a retro lounge, state of the art sound system, and a premium bar with bartenders included.
We are familiar with many of the areas top vendors to help craft an event to your taste. Check out our calendar of events and page for upcoming events and dates when we’re available to host your events.