By Andi Anderson
The Du Quoin State Fair has announced its complete 2025 Grandstand lineup, combining top music performances with thrilling racing events for visitors to enjoy from August 22 to September 1.
Admission to the fair is free, with free parking available on August 23 and parking fees for other days set at $15 for Gate 1 and $10 for all other gates.
The entertainment begins on Saturday, August 23 at 7:30 p.m. with David Lee Roth, followed by the Little River Band on Sunday, August 24 at 7:30 p.m. Harness racing fans can look forward to three days of events at 4 p.m. on August 25, 26, and 27.
Rock band Tesla will perform on Thursday, August 28 at 7:30 p.m., followed by country music star Jake Owen on Friday, August 29 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, August 30 features USAC Racing at 1 p.m. and Tucker Wetmore at 7:30 p.m. The excitement continues with ARCA Racing on Sunday, August 31 at 6:30 p.m.
The fair closes on Monday, September 1 with a performance by Gabby Barrett at 7:30 p.m., wrapping up over a week of high-energy entertainment.
In addition to music and motorsports, the Grandstand events highlight the fair’s tradition of bringing people together for shared experiences. Tickets for all shows and races are available at the Du Quoin Grandstand box office or through Ticketmaster.
For more details, including seasonal and accessible parking information, visitors can check the official Du Quoin State Fair website at dsf.illinois.gov. The fair promises a memorable combination of live music, competitive racing, and community celebration in southern Illinois this summer.
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