Here is The 2026 Kentucky State Fair Free Concert Schedule

This is a special year at the Kentucky State Fair. The theme coincides with America's 250th birthday, featuring "County Traditions & Country Celebrations." Make your plans to visit August 20th-30th at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, KY

Like many of you, I am DANG PROUD to be a Kentuckian. One of my favorite weeks of the year is the Kentucky State Fair. Showcasing the best in agriculture, art, innovation, and good ole fun! Where else can you pet some adorable goats, ride exciting rides, marvel at the biggest watermelon of the year, and shove delicious food in your face all in one place?

2026 Kentucky State Fair Free Concert Series Line-Up

Of course, a highlight every year is the free concert series featuring live music from top entertainers of all genres and generations. They say it is "like Woodstock with Livestock!" This year's line-up for the Texas Roadhouse concert series is a throwback extravaganza! As always, there is something for everyone.

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2026 Kentucky State Fair Free Concert Schedule

Here's the schedule of performers. Glad to see some Kentucky folks will be up on stage doing their thing!

Thursday, August 20: Cooper Alan with special guest JD Shelburne

Friday, August 21: Midnight Star with special guest Digital Underground

Saturday, August 22: Black Stone Cherry with special guest The Goldy Locks Band

Sunday, August 23 (Military Sunday): Ricky Skaggs & Kentucky Thunder with special guest TG Sheppard and Wade Hayes

Monday, August 24: Cain with special guest Ben Fuller

Tuesday, August 25: Happy Together Tour: Featuring The Association, The Troggs, Chicago Lead Singer (1985-2016), Jason Scheff, Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, Ron Dante of The Archies and The Turtles, and The Vogues

Wednesday, August 26: Ernest with special guest Alex Miller

Thursday, August 27: Boys Like Girls with special guest TBD

Friday, August 28: Hairball

Saturday, August 29: Foghat and Kentucky Headhunters

And once again, I gotta point out, these are all FREE with your fair ticket! So cool. Who are you most excited to see?