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.
Featured Artists
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Hardy
Philadelphia, Mississippi
McCoy Moore
Nashville, Tennessee
Tigirlily Gold
Hazen, North Dakota
Lainey Wilson
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Richard Marx
Highland Park, Illinois
Mackenzie Carpenter
Hull, Georgia
Ajr
New York, New York
Riley Green
Jacksonville, Alabama
Rod Stewart
London, England
Josiah Queen
Miami, Ohio
The Red Clay Strays
Mobile, Alabama
Ben Fuller
Nashville, Tennessee
Venue
Iowa State Fair Grandstand
OUTDOOR3000 E Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317
Stages
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