MEGA Country Artist is Coming to the Illinois State Fair

The Illinois State Fair just announced a HUGE country artist coming to the fair this summer and tickets will sell fast.

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Tim McGraw is coming to Springfield, Illinois. Just announced this morning, the mega country artist will be taking the stage on Thursday, August 17 and tickets go on sale this Friday, May 19.

McGraw joins the already stacked lineup for the grandstand this year including Old Dominion, Maren Morris, REO Speedwagon, and rock band Alter Bridge. Tim has a huge library of songs to choose from including his latest hit "Standing Room Only", along with mega hits such as "I Like It, I Love It," "7500 OBO," and so many more. You have to wonder if he will bring out his wife Faith Hill on stage for a song or two.

The Illinois State Fair runs August 10 - August 20 and you can buy tickets not for entry into the fair.

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