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Published on March 19, 2024
Miranda Lambert Set to Electrify the Illinois State Fair Stage in AugustSource: X / Miranda Lambert

Country music superstar and record-breaking artist Miranda Lambert is slated to bring her powerhouse vocals to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand stage on August 17th, officials confirmed today, gearing up revved fans for a night of chart-topping hits. Lambert, the voice behind the massive 2022 album "Palomino," which secured a GRAMMY nod and dominated as the year's biggest female country debut, will grace Springfield with her renowned stage presence that's been stirring up crowds from coast to coast.

The esteemed performer joins the lineup hot on the heels of her Velvet Rodeo Las Vegas residency which has had audiences whooping and hollering since its inception last year her incredibly successful stint at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino's Bakkt Theater is scheduled to roll down the curtains in April. Noted by the Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark, "Miranda Lambert is a high-energy performer who will have everyone in the Illinois State Fair Grandstand singing along to her hit songs."

Opening for Lambert is the up-and-coming Georgia singer-songwriter Gavin Adcock, catapulting into the country music scene post a college football injury, turning a personal setback into streaming gold; his breakout single "A Cigarette" has already netted a cool 30 million spins. Tickets for this country music extravaganza drop March 23 at 10 a.m. sharp on Ticketmaster, and with Lambert's legion of fans and Adcock's rising popularity, those tickets will be hotter than a summer day in Dixie.

As for those ticket prices, you're looking at a range from the decently priced $85 for Tier 3 to a more deluxe $150 for experiencing the Blue Ribbon Zone, this country fiesta promises to cater to all budgets and palates, ensuring a spot for every dedicated fan aiming to catch a glimpse of Lambert up close, or simply soak in the ambiance of a live country music fest. And for the die-hards wanting to indulge in a little pre-show jamboree, grab a $30 Pre-Show Party ticket that's on offer as an add-on for all paid concerts. Remember to set a reminder for the Illinois State Fair, happening August 8-18, as reported by the official press release. Stay bent on your pursuit of the latest fair news, and connect via social channels on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.