Rapid City, SD – The Central States Fair is proud to announce country music powerhouse Gary Allan will perform live Saturday, August 29, 2026, as part of the Black Hills Energy Concert Series.

For more than two decades, Gary Allan has built one of country music’s most loyal followings with a signature sound that is soulful, rebellious, and unmistakably his own. With hits like “Watching Airplanes,” “Nothing On But The Radio,” “Man To Man,” “Best I Ever Had,” and “Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain),” Allan has become one of country music’s most respected and enduring artists.

But for many fans, Gary Allan’s music is more than a collection of songs. It’s a first love. A heartbreak. A long drive down a two-lane highway. A summer night you’ll never forget. Some songs don’t just bring back memories. They bring back entire chapters.

“Gary Allan isn’t just an artist people listen to. He’s an artist people connect with,” said Ron Jeffries, General Manager of Central States Fair, Inc. “His songs have been the soundtrack to people’s lives for more than two decades, and we’re excited to bring that experience to the Central States Fair.”

Known for his smoldering vocals, rebellious spirit, and electrifying live performances, Allan has sold more than eight million albums, earned five No. 1 hits, fourteen Top 10 singles, and amassed more than 2.8 billion streams. He continues to sell out venues across the country while remaining one of the most authentic voices in country music.

Where Generations Gather isn’t just a slogan. It’s what happens when music, memories, and community come together. For many fans, Gary Allan’s songs are tied to moments, milestones, and chapters of life that still resonate today.

EVENT DETAILS
Gary Allan in Concert
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Central States Fair Grandstand
Part of the Black Hills Energy Concert Series

Gather your crew. Meet us at the 2026 Central States Fair, August 21–29 in Rapid City. Get tickets and plan your visit at CentralStatesFairInc.com.

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