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Lainey Wilson
Baskin, Louisiana

Richard Marx
Highland Park, Illinois

Riley Green
Jacksonville, Alabama

Ben Fuller
Nashville, Tennessee

McCoy Moore
Nashville, Tennessee

Josiah Queen
Miami, Ohio
The Iowa State Fair takes place in Des Moines, Iowa from August 17-23, 2026, featuring a diverse lineup of country, country rock, rock, pop, and soft rock artists. Headliners include country stars Hardy, Lainey Wilson, and Riley Green alongside rock legends Rod Stewart and Richard Marx, plus rising acts like The Red Clay Strays and AJR. The festival showcases 12 total artists from the United States and United Kingdom, offering music fans a week-long celebration of popular music genres. This multi-genre event combines established superstars with emerging talent for an appealing mix of country and rock performances.
Venue
Iowa State Fair Grandstand
See All Events3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, Des Moines, Iowa
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