2025 Illinois Deer Season Dates

2025 Illinois Deer Season Dates. Illinois unveils its 2025 hunting calendar! The first and second firearm seasons will take place, respectively, in november and december.

Discover precise dates for archery, firearm, and muzzleloader deer seasons, plus upland birds, waterfowl, and turkey hunts. Illinois’ archery deer season is underway, and the department of natural resources is reminding hunters of key dates, regulations, and safety practices for the season.