Arkansas State Fair Concert Lineup 2025: All You Need to Know

It's hard to believe, but October will be here before you know it, and with cooler temperatures, October also means that there will be plenty of family fun at the 85th Annual Arkansas State Fair.

The Arkansas State Fair will be held from Friday, October 10, to Sunday, October 19 in Little Rock.

Of course, the Arkansas State Fair will have great food, exhibits, carnival and rides, but they will also have some great music too. They just announced the concert lineup and there is something for everyone.

Trey Songz at the Arkansas State Fair on October 10

Kicking off the concert series on Friday, October 10, is R&B singer, songwriter and actor Trey Songz. Known for his songs Bottoms Up with Nicki Minaj and the song Say Ahh and more. He has sold over 25 million records worldwide.

Lonestar and David Lee Murphy at the Arkansas State Fair on October 11

On Saturday, October 11, it's country acts, Lonestar and David Lee Murphy.

Lonestar

Lonestar had 35 songs chart with 9 number #1 songs in the 1990s into the early 2000s. Hit's like Amazed, Mr Mom, No News, What About Now and I'm Already There.

David Lee Murphy

David Lee Murphy hit the country scene in 1995 with his debut album, Out with a Bang. It became the best-selling album for a new male country act in 1995 with Dust on the Bottle, Everything's Gonna Be Alright, and Party Crowd.

38 Special at the Arkansas State Fair on October 12

39 Special had huge success with their southern rock sound in the late 70s and through the mid-80s with hits like Hold on Losely, Caught Up in You, Rockin' into the Night, Fantasy Girl and more.

The concert series shows on Friday and Saturday nights will start at 7 PM with doors opening at 6 PM. On Sunday, the concert will start at 6 PM, with doors opening at 5 PM.

Tickets officially go on sale Monday, August 4. Ticket prices start at $30. Concert tickets also include admission to the fair, so you can enjoy all the rides, food, and festivities before the music starts. Buy your tickets online at the Arkansas State Fair website.

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