Illinois State Fair 2026: Bailey Zimmerman, Lainey Wilson, Matchbox Twenty to headline

Country star Zimmerman to revisit Illinois roots, play state fair

Country musician and Illinois native Bailey Zimmerman will be in concert Aug. 14, which is Ag Day at the fair, according to organizers.

Illinois Artist to Perform at State Fair

(SPRINGFIELD, IL) – The Illinois State Fair has announced that multi-platinum country star Bailey Zimmerman will play the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Ag Day, Friday, August 14, 2026. Hailing from Louisville, Illinois, Zimmerman’s performance at the Illinois State Fair will mark a home-state celebration for an artist whose rise has captured national and global attention. “Bailey Zimmerman’s Illinois roots make this announcement especiall…

Bailey Zimmerman Brings Illinois Roots Home to the Illinois State Fair

SPRINGFIELD, IL – The Illinois State Fair is proud to announce that multi-platinum country superstar Zimmerman will play the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Ag Day, Friday, August 14, 2026, delivering a high-energy performance from one of country music’s most powerful and authentic new voices.Hailing from Louisville, Illinois, Bailey Zimmerman’s performance at the Illinois State Fair will mark a home-state celebration for an artist whose me…

Illinois State Fair 2026: Bailey Zimmerman, Lainey Wilson, Matchbox Twenty to headline

The Illinois State Fair revealed major 2026 Grandstand acts including Bailey Zimmerman, Lainey Wilson and Matchbox Twenty.