March 29, 2026– The Chicks will perform at the Illinois Lottery Grandstand during the Illinois State Fair on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
Fair officials announced the trio as part of this year’s grandstand entertainment lineup. The group, consisting of Natalie Maines, Martie Maguire and Emily Strayer, has sold more than 30 million albums and received multiple Grammy Awards during its career.
Known for songs such as “Cowboy Take Me Away,” “Landslide” and “Not Ready to Make Nice,” the band continues to tour following the release of its 2020 album Gaslighter.
Tickets for the performance go on sale March 28 through Ticketmaster, with multiple pricing tiers available.
The Illinois State Fair runs August 13 through August 23 in Springfield.
