Gates Opening Early For Sold-Out Megan Moroney Concert At State Fair

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois State Fair Grandstand will open gates at 6 p.m. – two hours early – to accommodate the Megan Moroney concert crowd on Sunday, August 10. The event start time remains the same at 8 p.m.

“We love the energy and excitement of a sold-out show,” said Rebecca Clark, Illinois State Fair manager. “With thousands of people funneling in, allowing a little extra time to get everyone through the gates will help things flow smoothly.”

Concert goers are reminded to

• Arrive early
• Have your digital ticket downloaded before you get to the Fairgrounds
• Travel light to get through the security line quickly

The concert pre-show party will start at 4:30 p.m. Tickets for this pre-show event are still available on Ticketmaster.com. Pre-show ticket holders are the first to be let on to the track. Note: Concert ticket is required for purchase of pre-show ticket.

Just announced, Hunter Flynn will take the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage at 7 p.m. to entertain guests as they make their way into the Grandstand for the evening’s concert.

The 2025 Illinois State Fair runs August 7 through 17 in Springfield. Stay up to date with all the latest news and announcements from the Illinois State Fair by connecting with us via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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