2026 Texas Roadhouse Concert Series Lineup Announced

It's been a Slow Ride (😉)… but the wait is officially over. This year's Texas Roadhouse Concert Series lineup has dropped, and it does NOT disappoint.

We're talking rock, country, gospel, funk, and retro classics you'll be singing every word to. From bluegrass legends to southern rock, there’s something for everyone. 

Best part? Your fair ticket includes access to the concert series. Just show up and rock out!

The fair runs August 20-30 at the Kentucky Exposition Center (heads up: no concerts on the final day, Aug. 30). Shows go down in Lot L, so there's no parking on the dance floor. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., and performances kick off at 8 p.m. each night.

2026 Texas Roadhouse Concert Series Lineup:

Thursday, Aug. 20: Cooper Alan with special guest JD Shelburne

Friday, Aug. 21: Midnight Star with special guest Digital Underground

Saturday, Aug. 22: Black Stone Cherry with special guest The Goldy LockS Band

Sunday, Aug. 23: Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder with special guests T.G. Sheppard and Wade Hayes

Monday, Aug. 24: Cain with special guest Ben Fuller

Tuesday, Aug. 25: Happy Together Tour featuring The Association, The Troggs, Jason Scheff (Chicago Lead Singer 1985-2016), Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, Ron Dante of the Archies & The Turtles, and The Vogues

Wednesday, Aug. 26: Ernest with special guest Alex Miller

Thursday, Aug. 27: Boys Like Girls, special guest TBD

Friday, Aug. 28: Hairball

Saturday, Aug. 29: Foghat and the Kentucky Headhunters

Kentucky State Fair tickets start at just $9 (parking included!), but prices go up on July 20. Click here to buy tickets. 

BUT WAIT… THERE'S MORE!

Your fair ticket also unlocks live music all day long at the BIG Tent, Budweiser Tent, & Hitching Post stages. More acts, more energy, more reasons to jam out. Click here to see all of the entertainment acts.

This is your sign. Grab your tickets, round up your crew, and we'll see you at the Fair… because everything's better Happy Together. 🎶