Musician and rapper Ludacris is among the headliners announced for this summer's Wisconsin State Fair.
Organizers announced the addition early Tuesday morning, saying the three-time Grammy Award winner will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 11.
Tickets will go on sale Friday on WiStateFair.com.
Originally born in Champaign, Illinois, Ludacris will be making his return to the Midwest for a performance on the fair’s main stage. While Ludacris has not released a full album since 2015, he has released and been featured on various songs since.
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The concert marks one of his many performances this year and will follow his role as a special guest on Janet Jackson’s “Together Again” tour.
Sponsored by USCellular, the fair will take place Aug. 3 – 13 in West Allis, Wisconsin.
The Milwaukee suburb is home to the Wisconsin State Fair Park and offers a variety of games, rides, food, shopping and other activities – including a headline performance from the “Money Maker” and “Act a Fool” singer.
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Hip-hop rookie Symba is set to open the 7:30 p.m. show. His most recent album, Results Take Time contained features from Roddy Richh, Pusha T, 2 Chainz, and more.
Seating for the show must be reserved. Tickets can be purchased for $40, $45 and include entrance to the State Fair.
