Contact:
Marla Parsons, Interim Marketing Coordinator
620-669-3613
Marla.parsons@ks.gov
HUTCHINSON, KS—Hip-hop artist, Nelly, announced his performance at the Kansas State Fair’s Nex-Tech Wireless Grandstand will move to 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 18. The show was originally scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. start the same day.
After signing on for the 2021 Kansas State Fair line-up, the artist was slated to perform at the iHeartRadio music festival in Las Vegas on the same day.
“We’ve had a huge response to Nelly’s performance at this year’s fair and worked hard with Nelly’s team to move the concert to a different time to accommodate both shows,” said Ed Berger, Interim General Manager. “We believe we made the right decision in the interest of the thousands of fair fans who have already purchased tickets to the show.”
Nelly will perform at 2:00 p.m. followed by rising country/R&B star, Willie Jones.
To Purchase Tickets
Grandstand reserved seating is $25-$55 and includes gate admission through Aug. 15.
Fair officials advise fairgoers to be cautious when purchasing tickets. Etix is the only authorized seller for Fair tickets. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the Kansas State Fair’s Etix website — https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/12251/kansas-state-fair.
Also, tickets can be purchased by calling 620-669-3618 or visiting the Kansas State Fair Ticket Office at 2000 N. Poplar, Hutchinson, Kansas.
About Nelly
Nelly, a diamond-selling, multi-platinum artist, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and actor, has sold more than 22 million albums, ranking him as one of the best-selling rap artists in America. Nelly burst onto the scene in the early 2000s with songs such as “Ride Wit Me,” “Hot in Herre,” “Air Force Ones” and “Country Grammar,” which will celebrate its 20th anniversary in June.
Other hits include “Shake Ya Tailfeather,” “Dilemma,” “Over and Over” featuring Tim McGraw and “Just a Dream.”
Both Nelly’s Country Grammar album and his collaboration on Florida Georgia Line’s single “Cruise” achieved diamond status. “Cruise” is one of 35 singles — and only two country songs — to reach diamond certification. Nelly is just one of about 15 rappers to achieve this honor.
About Jones
Up-and-coming star Willie Jones blends his country roots with R&B and hip-hop influences. Born in Shreveport, Louisiana, Jones began singing gospel at an early age and was a finalist on X-Factor in 2012.
His recent singles include “Whole Lotta Love," “Bachelorettes on Broadway” and “Down For it.” Jones already has amassed more than a million monthly listeners on Spotify. In June, Rolling Stone named him an “Artist You Need to Know.” Jones recently toured with Dwight Yoakam, Willie Nelson, Chase Rice and the Eli Young Band.
The 2021 Kansas State Fair is Sept. 10-19. The Nex-Tech Wireless Grandstand Lineup includes:
- Nex Gen Bull Riding - Fri, Sept. 10
- Moto Madness & Thrill Show - Sat, Sept. 11
- All Star Monster Truck Tour - Sun, Sept. 12
- Demolition Derby - Mon, Sept. 13
- Tracy Lawrence and Logan Mize - Tues, Sept. 14
- Newsboys with Adam Agee - Wed, Sept. 15
- 38 Special - Thurs, Sept. 16
- Chris Janson - Fri, Sept. 17
- Nelly with Willie Jones - Sat, Sept. 18
- Darci Lynne Farmer - Sun, Sept. 19
For information or questions about tickets, visit www.kansasstatefair.com or call the ticket office at 620-669-3618.