The Chainsmokers

Andrew Taggart, left, and Alex Pall of The Chainsmokers arrive at the ninth Breakthrough Prize ceremony on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - The Illinois State Fair announced The Chainsmokers will perform at the Illinois Lottery Grandstand stage on Friday, August 15. 

The GRAMMY award winning duo fuses pop, indie, electronic, alternative, and rock. 

“Bringing world-class talent like The Chainsmokers to the Illinois State Fair emphasizes our commitment to providing top-tier entertainment for fairgoers,” said Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II. 
 
Their debut album, Memories…Do Not Open, debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200, followed by releases Sick Boy, World War Joy, and 2022’s So Far So Good. In 2024, they released No Hard Feelings. 
 
“We are always looking to bring the best entertainment to Springfield, and The Chainsmokers are one of the biggest names in music today,” said Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark. “Their ability to blend genres and engage audiences of all ages makes them the perfect addition to our Grandstand lineup.”
 
Tickets for The Chainsmokers will go on sale Saturday, April 12 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster
 
Tier 3 - $85 / Tier 2 - $90 / Tier 1 - $95 / Track - $95 / Blue Ribbon - $150
*A $30 Pre-Show Party ticket is offered as an additional upgrade for all paid concerts. 
 
The 2025 Illinois State Fair runs August 7 through August 17 in Springfield. 
 
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