MINOT, N.D. (NDSF) – The North Dakota State Fair continues its commitment to bringing high-caliber entertainment across multiple genres to North Dakota. That commitment is on full display as the Fair announces a history-making close to 2026, featuring a groundbreaking EDM experience with Zedd on Friday night and a high-energy hip-hop lineup on Saturday.
Friday Night: Zedd Delivers a Historic EDM Experience Friday night marks a historic moment for North Dakota as global superstar DJ, producer, and multi-platinum hit maker Zedd takes the Grandstand stage—introducing Electronic Dance Music on a scale never before seen at the Fair.
A GRAMMY® Award-winning artist known for breaking genre barriers, Zedd has built a career defined by innovation, global hits, and unforgettable live performances. From “Clarity” to “The Middle,” his catalog has amassed billions of streams while captivating audiences on some of the biggest stages in the world.
His latest album, Telos, reflects his evolution as an artist—blending orchestral elements with his signature dance-pop sound in a project rooted in creativity and pushing musical boundaries.
This performance is more than a concert—it’s an experience. With immersive production, sound, and visuals, fairgoers will be introduced to a style of live entertainment never before showcased at this level in North Dakota.
Tickets for Zedd are $58.25 online (all fees included).
“Friday night is a big moment for us and for the state,” said Craig Rudland, General Manager of the North Dakota State Fair. “We’ve never hosted an EDM show like this at the Grandstand. It’s something new, something different, and it shows where the Fair is headed.”
Saturday Night: A High-Energy Hip-Hop Closeout
Saturday night amps up the energy as the Fair wraps up with a powerhouse lineup featuring T.I. with DaBaby and Waka Flocka Flame—bringing together hits from multiple generations for one unforgettable night.
T.I., a pioneer of trap music, has built a legacy that spans music, film, business, and philanthropy, shaping the sound and culture of modern hip-hop. His influence continues to resonate across generations. His recent single “Let ‘Em Know” has taken the world by storm, landing the #1 position on Billboard’s Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay Chart.
Joining him, DaBaby has delivered chart-topping success with over 38 billion streams and a reputation for high-energy performances, while Waka Flocka Flame remains an influential force in trap music with a catalog that helped define an era.
Together, this lineup delivers a nostalgic yet high-powered journey through hip-hop and R&B—stacking multiple artists on one ticket and creating a full night of entertainment.
Tickets for T.I. with DaBaby and Waka Flocka Flame are $78.25 online (all fees included).
“Saturday night is all about energy and giving fans a full show from start to finish,” said Rudland. “This is the Turn Up, ND! – 2026 Edition—bringing multiple artists together for a one-of-a-kind night and the perfect way to close out the Fair.”
Ticket Options
Fans can also take advantage of the Grandstand Showpass, which includes six nights of entertainment (four concerts and two nights of MHA Indian Horse Relay).
- Grandstand Showpass: $140.25 online (all fees included)
2026 Grandstand Lineup (In Date Order)
- Friday, July 17 – Alex Warren with special guest Noah Cyrus – $93.25 online
- Saturday, July 18 – Jon Pardi – (Showpass only)
- Sunday, July 19 – Jessie Murph – (Showpass only)
- Monday, July 20 – MHA Indian Horse Relay (Semi-Finals) – (Showpass or $30 day-of if available)
- Tuesday, July 21 – MHA Indian Horse Relay (Championship) – (Showpass or $30 day-of if available)
- Wednesday, July 22 – Niko Moon – (Showpass or $30 day-of if available)
- Thursday, July 23 – Zach Top – (Showpass only)
- Friday, July 24 – Zedd – $58.25 online
- Saturday, July 25 – T.I. with DaBaby and Waka Flocka Flame – $78.25 online
An Unforgettable Finish to the 2026 Fair
From a groundbreaking EDM experience on Friday to a multi-artist hip-hop showcase on Saturday, the final weekend of the 2026 North Dakota State Fair delivers a bold and unforgettable close.
As the Fair continues to expand its entertainment lineup and introduce new experiences, this closing weekend reflects its commitment to evolving while creating moments that resonate with fairgoers from North Dakota and across the country.
Stay tuned—there’s more to come as we prepare to Celebrate the Big 250 — The Fair Way!