One of the hottest new stars in country music will headline a Grandstand concert this September at a fair in downstate Illinois.

Country Star Set for Unforgettable Illinois Show

Country music fans across Illinois will have a major reason to visit southern Illinois this summer, when a multi-platinum-selling country star is set to perform at the Du Quoin State Fair.

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Russell Dickerson will perform on Saturday, September 5, delivering his signature mix of feel-good hits and high-energy stage presence.

The performance is part of the fair's annual concert lineup, which continues to bring in nationally recognized artists and thousands of music fans to southern Illinois each year.

A Decade of Chart-Topping Country Hits

Over the past decade, Russell Dickerson has found his place in modern country music with an energetic sound and relatable storytelling.

His fourth studio album, Famous Back Home, showcases both sides of the singer fans have come to know: an emotional songwriter and a dynamic live performer.

With an impressive run of hits, Dickerson has six Number 1 singles, including Blue Tacoma, Every Little Thing, and Happen To Me, helping fuel more than 3 billion career streams worldwide.

A Saturday Night Built for Big Crowds

Russell Dickerson's reputation for lively concerts made him a natural choice for a Saturday night Grandstand show, according to the Du Quoin State Fair press release.

His upbeat country sound and crowd interaction are exactly the type of performance that fairgoers expect during one of the fair's busiest nights.

The Du Quoin State Fair runs from August 28 through September 7, bringing concerts, agricultural showcases, and family-friendly entertainment to southern Illinois.

Russell Dickerson Concert Ticket Information

Tickets for Russell Dickerson's Grandstand performance go on sale Friday, March 13, at 10 am through Ticketmaster.

Prices for the tickets are structured in three tiers: $35, $45, and $55 each.

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