Who’s playing at California State Fair in 2025? ‘Legendary’ rock duo, local band join lineup
The California State Fair just added two acts to its 2025 concert lineup, organizers said: a “legendary rock duo” and a hard rock band with Sacramento roots.
Air Supply and Tesla will perform as part of the Toyota Concert Series in the summer, fair organizers announced Monday in a new release.
The 17-day event will also feature food, carnival rides and agriculture competitions.
Air Supply, a soft rock band whose hits include “All Out of Love” and “Every Woman in the World,” will perform on the fair’s main stage on Sunday, July 13.
“The dynamic pair is set to deliver an unforgettable and entertaining performance that will captivate audiences of all generations,” California State Fair CEO Tom Martinez said in the release.
Also playing at the fair is “hometown favorite” Tesla, whose hit songs include “Love Song,” “Modern Day Cowboy” and “Little Suzi,” the release said.
Tesla will take the main stage on Friday, July 18.
When is California State Fair in 2025? Where is it?
The California State Fair begins Friday, July 11, and lasts until Sunday, July 27, with a different headliner performing each night.
The fair is at Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd. in Sacramento.
Who is playing at Sacramento fair in 2025?
Air Supply and Tesla join a Toyota Concert Series lineup that includes four previously announced artists.
Grammy Award-winning rapper and actor Ludacris will kick off the fair on opening day, Friday, July 11, with a performance on the main stage.
Country singer-songwriter Dustin Lynch is set to perform on the main stage on Thursday, July 17.
Country star Joe Nichols will play the main stage on Wednesday, July 23.
Rock band O.A.R. will perform on the main stage on Friday, July 25.
California State Fair spokesperson Darla Givens previously told The Sacramento Bee that fairgoers can expect performances by artists in a variety of genres, from country music to “old school soul and R&B.”
Givens said State Fair organizers will announce additional fair performers each Monday leading up to the start of the fair.
To stay updated, check out the fair’s newsletter.
What are ticket prices? Carnival wristband costs?
California State Fair concerts are free with fair admission and can be purchased online or at participating Save Mart locations.
However, fairgoers can reserve seats for the Toyota Concert Series at $45 a seat.
Fair tickets cost $16, or $12 for seniors ages 62 and up and $10 for youth ages 5 to 12.
Children ages 4 and under get in free.
Parking is $15.
Carnival tickets cost $1 apiece, or $10 to $15 for a fast pass.
Unlimited ride wristbands, which must be purchased in the carnival area, cost $39 to $44 depending on the day.
This story was originally published March 17, 2025 at 9:33 AM.
