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The Ohio State Fair has announced that Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Foreigner will perform on July 24, 2025. This concert will be part of the band’s celebration tour following their recent induction. Tickets go on sale soon, and the fair will feature a diverse lineup of artists and nightly performances.
Columbus, Ohio – The Ohio State Fair has unveiled its first major concert for the 2025 event, announcing that Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees Foreigner will headline a performance on July 24, 2025. The concert will take place at the Celeste Center, with a scheduled showtime of 7 p.m.
This performance marks a continuation of the band’s celebration tour following their recent induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, which occurred last Saturday. Foreigner, known for their hit songs and classic rock sound, last graced the stage at the Ohio State Fair in 2022, performing as part of their greatest hits tour.
Tickets for the highly anticipated concert will become available for purchase this Friday at 10 a.m. Prices will range from $62 to $72. Each ticket will include admission to the Ohio State Fair, which is scheduled to run from July 23 to August 3, 2025. Concert-goers can expect additional performances, as it has been confirmed that a concert will be held each night at the Celeste Center during the fair.
The Ohio State Fair continues to attract a diverse lineup of artists each year, and the announcement of Foreigner’s performance adds to the excitement surrounding the upcoming fair. The event saw a star-studded lineup in 2024, which included performances from notable acts such as Stone Temple Pilots, Boyz II Men, Ice Cube, and the Ohio Players.
As anticipation builds for the 2025 Ohio State Fair, further concert announcements are expected to roll out starting in February. This will provide fairgoers with an opportunity to plan their visits and enjoy a wide array of entertainment options alongside the traditional fair activities.
For fans of rock music, Foreigner’s return to Columbus for this special event promises to deliver an unforgettable night filled with classic hits that have defined generations. The integration of live music with the state fair experience is a tradition that continues to engage and draw audiences, making it a highlight of Ohio’s summer calendar.
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- The Columbus Dispatch
- Wikipedia: Ohio State Fair
- NBC4 Columbus
- Google Search: Ohio State Fair 2025
- ABC6 On Your Side
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Ohio State Fair
- Axios Columbus
- Google News: Ohio State Fair 2025 Concerts
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