Today, officials with the Erie County Fair announced the first wave of bands that will be hitting the grandstand as part of the 12 Best Days Of Summer. This year, the Erie County Fair will have a mix of country, 90s throwback, and comedy with this first set of announcements.

Erie County Fair Concerts In 2026

Today at noon, the Erie County Fair announced 5 shows that you are going to want to see live in person in 2026.

Happy Together Tour featuring The Association, The Troggs, Chicago Lead Singer 1985-2016 Jason Scheff, Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, Ron Dante, The Vogues & The Cowsills

Friday, August 14 at 7:30 p.m.

 

 

Joe Nichols, Phill Vassar & Mark Wills

Saturday, August 15 at 6:00 p.m.

 

 

Max McNown with special guest Waylon Wyatt

Sunday, August 16 at 7:30 p.m.

 

 

Blues Travelers & Gin Blossoms with special guest Spin Doctors

Tuesday, August 18 at 6:00 p.m.

 

 

Wednesday, August 19 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets for these shows and all shows at the Grandstands will go on sale on June 5th at the Erie County Fair website. Get Details HERE. Tickets to the concerts at the Grandstands also include admission to the Fair on the day of the show.

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According to the press release, officials with the Erie County Fair will announce more shows on May 5th and May 19th.

The Erie County Fair runs August 12th through the 23rd this year.

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