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Entertainment Industry Mogul Snoop Dogg to perform at Illinois State Fair Aug. 13th

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American rapper, singer and songwriter Snoop Dogg will perform at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Wednesday, August 13.

Snoop Dogg has reigned for nearly three decades as an unparalleled force who has raised the bar as a globally recognized innovator. Along with being a rapper, Snoop is an actor, record producer, DJ, media personality, businessman and icon.

“We are excited to bring Snoop Dogg back to Springfield and the Illinois State Fair,” said Illinois Department of Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II. “We know from past experience that he is a crowd favorite with incredible energy.”

In addition to his extensive work in music, with hits like Gin & Juice and Drop it Like it’s Hot to his new album ‘Missionary,’ Snoop Dogg is a serial entrepreneur with endeavors in Web 3.0, tech, entertainment, lifestyle, global consumer brands, food/beverage and cannabis industries.

“This show on the Grandstand stage will be one for the ages,” said Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark. “Having been in the spotlight for so long, Snoop Dogg reaches music fans from multiple generations. This is a concert you are not going to want to miss.”

Tickets for Snoop Dogg will go on sale Saturday, March 15 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster.

A 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.

Stay up to date with all the latest news and announcements from the Illinois State Fair by connecting with them via Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Leah Lerner is a media writer, producer, and announcer at WSIU Public Broadcasting located at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org.
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