Prairie State Wire

The Illinois State Fair has announced that multi-platinum singer and songwriter Jordan Davis will be headlining the Grandstand on Tuesday, August 13th. Davis, known for his two-time platinum hit "Next Thing You Know," recently achieved his sixth career #1. Hailing from Shreveport, LA, Davis was recognized as Best New Country Artist at the iHeartRadio Music Awards in 2019 and Billboard's Top New Country Artist in 2018. His songs have been streamed four billion times globally.

"We are excited to bring Jordan Davis to the 2024 Illinois State Fair Grandstand," stated Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark. She added that his hits appeal to a wide range of country music fans and noted that he's a crowd favorite.

Ashley Cooke will join Jordan Davis with her debut album featuring heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies. The event will also feature King Calaway, who is set to kick things off with their signature sound found in hits like "World For Two" and "When I Get Home." The band has previously opened for renowned acts such as Garth Brooks and Lainey Wilson.

Tickets for this event go on sale Saturday, February 10th at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster. Prices range from $39 to $104 depending on the seating tier. An additional Pre-Show Party ticket is available for $30 as an upgrade for all paid concerts.

The Illinois State Fair will run from August 8th through August 18th in Springfield. Updates can be followed on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.