MUSIC AT THE FAIR | DAY 1 – VERTICAL HORIZON – ST. PAUL, MN – AUGUST 27, 2026

Lens On Music at the Fair – by Patrick Dunn

The days of summer are winding down, which also means it’s time to get back together once again with our friends and neighbors at the Minnesota State Fair. I cherish the excitement I always feel the morning of opening day as I take my first steps back on those familiar streets that will soon come to life and be bustling with enthusiastic Fairgoers.
For 1013 Music Reviews, it is time for another installment of “Lens on Music at the Fair”, where we will share photographs of the biggest acts performing at the best stages spread out across the fairgrounds.
Day 1 – August 27th
Daily Themes: STEM Day at Dan Patch Park “Hands on STEM: Build It. Test It. Change the World”
Grandstand Concert Series: Bonnie Raitt with special guest Jon Cleary & The Absolute Monster Gentlemen
Bandshell Tonight! Concert Series: Vertical Horizon
West End at Sunset Concert Series: Nur-D
Bazaar Concert Series: Free and Easy