Concert for Carolina

Scott Avett (L) and Seth Avett of The Avett Brothers perform during Concert for Carolina on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP)

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The Avett Brothers will be performing at the Illinois State Fair. 

The four-time GRAMMY Award nominees will perform on Thursday, August 20. 

The Avett Brothers are known for songs like, "The Carpenter," "Magpie," and "The Dandelion."

“The Avett Brothers bring an energy and authenticity that will make this a can’t-miss night at the Illinois State Fair,” said Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark. 
 
Tickets for The Avett Brothers will go on sale Saturday, May 16 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster
 
Tier 3 - $58 / Tier 2 - $63 / Tier 1 - $68 / Track - $73 / Blue Ribbon - $123
*A $30 Pre-Show Party ticket is offered as an additional upgrade for all paid concerts.
 
The 2025 Illinois State Fair runs from August 13 through August 23 in Springfield. 
 
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