August 21 – 30, 2026

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Get ready, Boise. The Western Idaho Fair returns to Expo Idaho in Garden City from August 21–30, bringing ten days of summer fun, thrilling rides, delicious fair food, exciting competitions, and one of the biggest entertainment lineups of the year.

The 2026 Grandstand Lineup is officially set, featuring five nights of incredible live music included with fair admission. From country and rock to hip-hop and alternative favorites, this year’s lineup has something for everyone.

2026 Western Idaho Fair Grandstand Lineup:

  • Monday, August 24 – Brantley Gilbert
  • Tuesday, August 25 – Skillet
  • Wednesday, August 26 – Third Eye Blind
  • Thursday, August 27 – The Art of Rap featuring The Art of Rap featuring Ice-T with DJ Evil E, Sir Mix-A-Lot, Dj Kevie Kev Rockwell hosted by Mick Benzo
  • Friday, August 28 – Lee Brice

Concerts begin nightly at 7:30 PM at the Grandstand stage. While general admission access to the concerts is free with Fair admission, fans can upgrade their experience with Reserved Grandstand seats, Reserved Club seats, Fan Zone standing tickets, or four-person Reserved Loges.

Advanced Fair Admission tickets, Carnival Wristbands, and Reserved Concert tickets are on sale now, giving fairgoers the chance to plan the ultimate end-of-summer experience before tickets sell out.

In addition to the Grandstand lineup, visitors can enjoy the Butler Carnival, live entertainment and ground acts, agricultural exhibits, competitions, local vendors, and all the classic fair traditions Idaho families know and love.

For tickets, concert details, and the full Fair schedule, visit idahofair.com.