Free Concert Added to the Illinois State Fair Lineup

Springfield, Ill.- The Illinois State Fair is excited to announce a free show will be added to the Illinois Lottery Grandstand lineup. Thursday night, after the Twilight Parade, a popular artist will take the stage thanks to the Central Illinois Toyota dealers.

While the concert will be free, the Illinois State Fair is giving fans a chance for ten lucky winners two backstage passes to meet the artist. There's a catch though, fans must guess the artist playing on August 8th. Clues will be given Monday-Friday from June 24th-July 5th on the Illinois State Fair Facebook page. To enter to win, send your guess via direct message to the Illinois State Fair on Facebook by July 7th, at 11:59.

"We can't thank the Central Illinois Toyota Dealers enough. It's huge to be able to add an opening night concert," said Kevin Gordon, Illinois State Fair Manager. "Without giving too much away, I can promise you it is a big-name act that everyone will recognize when the concert is announced."

Ten winners that submit the correct answer will be drawn when the mystery artist is announced live the morning of July 8th on a Midwest Family Broadcasting station (WQLZ, WNNS, WMAY, or US 92.7). Along with the meet and greet passes, the winner will receive admission and parking to the Fair for Thursday night. Winners must be 16 years or older and be able to provide a valid photo ID.