Each year, the Washington State Fair brings all kinds of fan fun, food and rides to Puyallup, but this giant fair also brings in a full roster of entertainment. From headlining concerts to a rodeo to free family-friendly shows, you’ll find a bit of everything on stage – and 2018 is no exception. Concerts include everyone from Chicago to Florida Georgia Line to Macklemore and the Rascall Flatts, while the free entertainment brings in newcomers as well as old favorites like Ricardo the Magnificent and Tina Marie the hypnotist.
Concerts
August 31 at 7:30 p.m.: An Evening with Chicago
September 1 at 7:30 p.m.: Khalid
September 2 at 7:30 p.m.: Florida Georgia Line
September 3 at 4:30 p.m.: Lost 80s Live
September 7 at 9:00 p.m.: Scotty McCreery Dancin’ in the Dirt Party
September 8 at 9:00 p.m.: Jamey Johnson Dancin’ in the Dirt Party
September 10 at 7:30 p.m.: Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles
September 12 at 7:30 p.m.: An Evening with Seal
September 13 at 7:30 p.m.: Boy George and the Culture Club
September 14 at 7:30 p.m.: An Evening with Terry Fator
September 15 at 7:30 p.m.: Toby Keith
September 16 throughout the day, including strolling entertainment: Fiestas Patrias
September 17 at 7:30 p.m.: Lauren Daigle
September 19 at 7:30 p.m.: Joan Jett & The Blackhearts and Cheap Trick
September 20 at 7:30 p.m.: Brett Eldredge
September 21 at 7:30 p.m.: Macklemore
September 22 at 7:30 p.m.: Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias
September 23 at 7:30 p.m.: Rascal Flatts
Pre-Show Parties
September 2 at 5:00 p.m.: Florida Georgia Line Pre-Show Party
September 15 at 5:00 p.m.: Toby Keith Pre-Show Party
September 21 at 5:00 p.m.: Macklemore Pre-Show Party
September 23 at 5:00 p.m.: Rascal Flatts Pre-Show Party
Rodeo Events
September 6 at 6:30 p.m.: Justin Boots Rodeo Finale
September 7 at 6:30 p.m.: Justin Boots Rodeo Finale with Scotty McCreery
September 7 at 9:00 p.m.: Scotty McCreery Dancin’ in the Dirt Party
September 8 at 1:00 p.m.: Justin Boots Rodeo Finale
September 8 at 6:30 p.m.: Justin Boots Rodeo Finale with Jamey Johnson
September 8 at 9:00 p.m.: Jamey Johnson Dancin’ in the Dirt Party
September 9 at 1:00 p.m.: Justin Boots Rodeo Finale
Free Music and Shows
Daily at various times each day: Tumbleweed Crossing – Comedy Wild West Gunfight Stunt Show at Timber Gulch area near the Green Gate
August 31-September 3 (various times each day): B2wins – Violin/Ukulele Twins at the Fountain Plaza Stage
August 31-September 3 (various times each day): Eric Buss Comedy and Magic Show at the Coca-Cola Stage
August 31, September 7, 14, 21 at 10:00 p.m.: Friday Fireworks
August 31 at 6:30 p.m.: Gabriel Sanchez Presents the Prince Experience at Outpost 47
August 31 at 7:00 p.m.: Lip Sync Battle at Showplace Stage
August 31-September 3 (various times each day): The Shoppe at the Coca-Cola Stage
August 31-September 23 (various times each day): Street Beat – Parkour Percussion at the Fountain Plaza Stage
September 1 at 6:30 p.m.: MJ Live! Michael Jackson Tribute Concert at Outpost 47
September 2 at 6:30 p.m.: Fleetwood Mask: The Ultimate Tribute to Fleetwood Mac at Outpost 47
September 3 at 6:30 p.m.: Piano Men – A Tribute to Elton John & Billy Joel at Outpost 47
September 6-9: Doo-wah Riders at the Coca-Cola Stage
September 6-10 (various times each day): Marty Davis Band at the Fountain Plaza Stage
September 6-10 (various times each day): Tina Marie – Master Hypnotist at the Coca-Cola Stage
September 7 at 6:30 p.m.: O Town at Outpost 47
September 8 at 6:30 p.m.: Kalimba – The Spirit of Earth Wind and Fire at Outpost 47
September 9 and 10 at 6:30 p.m.: Sarah Darling at Outpost 47
September 10-23 (various times each day): Roberto the Magnificent at the Coca-Cola Stage
September 12-17 (various times each day): The Everly Set at the Coca-Cola Stage
September 12-17 (various times each day): The Islanders Steel Drum Band at the Fountain Plaza Stage
September 14 at 6:30 p.m.: Jackson Michelson at Outpost 47
September 15 from 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.: Asia Pacific Cultural Center Day at the Showplace Stage
September 16 at 5:00 p.m.: Gospel Explosion Concert
September 16 at 6:30 p.m.: Aaron Crawford at Outpost 47
September 19-23 (various times each day): Erin Haines Comedy Variety Show at the Coca-Cola Stage
September 19-23 (various times each day): Rock Bottom Boys – Hillbilly Rock at the Coca-Cola Stage
September 21 at 6:30 p.m.: David Luning at Outpost 47
September 22 at 6:30 p.m.: Lee Dewyze at Outpost 47
For more information, visit the Washington State Fair website.
