Illinois State Fair Announces Country's Megan Moroney to Perform

Country’s “New Darling” Set to Light Up August Stage with Hit Singles and Fresh Album.

Every August, the Illinois State Fair Grandstand turns into a must-visit stage for country music fans across the Midwest, as it has for decades.

A Musical Legacy Returns to the Grandstand

Known for booking emerging and iconic talents alike, the fair has been the site of countless career-making performances for artists on the cusp of superstardom.

Following this tradition, this year’s lineup promises to captivate with one of country music’s fastest-rising stars.

The New Sound of Country

Fresh from a breakthrough year that saw her music topping charts and streaming records, the Georgia-born artist behind viral hits and candid songwriting will grace the Illinois State Fair stage on Saturday, August 10.

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Her “emo cowgirl” style, a mix of nostalgic country with a raw, modern twist, has resonated with listeners worldwide, leading her to amass nearly 2 billion global streams.

Fans attending the fair can look forward to hearing her latest, critically acclaimed album, Am I Okay?, which debuted at No. 9 on the Billboard 200 and boasts the record-breaking track “No Caller ID.”

Meet Megan Moroney

Named by People as “Country’s New Darling,” Megan Moroney has taken the music world by storm. Her latest single, “I’m Not Pretty,” is up for three nominations — including Female Vocalist of the Year — at the upcoming CMA Awards on November 20.

Fairgoers can expect an electric performance featuring her honest lyrics, hit singles like the 3x platinum “Tennessee Orange,” and her high-energy style.

Get Your Tickets

“Our special discounted pricing makes it affordable to catch Megan Moroney in concert,” says Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark.

Tickets for Moroney’s August performance will be available starting Saturday, November 16, at 10 a.m. on Ticketmaster. Don’t miss the chance to see country’s next superstar light up the Grandstand!

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