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Avett Brothers Added to State Fair Grandstand Lineup

By Mike Wennmacher May 12, 2026 | 9:44 AM
The Illinois State Fair Grounds is where the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Service office (not seen) is located, in Springfield, IL, on Nov. 2, 2011. USDA Photo by Lance Cheung.

The Avett Brothers will be playing the State Fair Grandstand on Thursday August 20th.

The band known for their raw emotion, tight harmonies, and genre-blending sound have built a loyal following across the country.

Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello said “the Illinois State Fair continues to bring a diverse lineup of nationally recognized talent to our Grandstand, and The Avett Brothers are a perfect addition.”

Tickets for the Avett Brothers at the State Fair Grandstand on August 20th go on sale this Saturday May 16th at 10AM.

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