Fairgoers are invited to join the 175th celebration with free performances from Here Come the Mummies,
Claire Sardina, Pat McCurdy and so many more!
WEST ALLIS, Wis. — May 8, 2026 —Wisconsin State Fair and Bank Five Nine officials will once again help make lives – and the Fairgoer experience – better during the 2026 Wisconsin State Fair by bringing free live music back to the Bank Five Nine Amphitheater with programming for all 11 days of the Wisconsin State Fair, Aug. 6–16.
New in 2026, celebrate T-Swift’s summer nuptials with Let’s Sing Taylor – An Unofficial Live Tribute Show, the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. Plus, after getting the Hollywood biopic treatment in “Song Sung Blue,” Claire Sardina of Lightning and Thunder makes her triumphant State Fair return with So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience. Fan favorites like Here Come the Mummies, Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone and Pat McCurdy also bring their time-honored traditions and songs back to State Fair.
At the Bank Five Nine Amphitheater, there’s something for every generation and genre of music.
BANK FIVE NINE AMPHITHEATER HEADLINERS:
| Thursday, Aug. 6 | Sixteen Candles @ 8:30 p.m. | ||
| Friday, Aug. 7 | Here Come the Mummies @ 8:30 p.m. | ||
| Saturday, Aug. 8 | Here Come the Mummies @ 8:30 p.m. | ||
| Sunday, Aug. 9 | So Good: The Neil Diamond Experience with Claire Sardina @ 8 p.m. | ||
| Monday, Aug. 10 | Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone @ 8 p.m. | ||
| Tuesday, Aug. 11 | Herman’s Hermits starring Peter Noone @ 8 p.m. | ||
| Wednesday, Aug. 12 | Hairbangers Ball @ 8 p.m. | ||
| Thursday, Aug. 13 | Too Hype Crew @ 8:30 p.m. | ||
| Friday, Aug. 14 | The Gufs @ 8:30 p.m. | ||
| Saturday, Aug. 15 | Let’s Sing Taylor – An Unofficial Live Tribute Show @ 8:30 p.m. | ||
| Sunday, Aug. 16 | Pat McCurdy @ 5:30 p.m. |
The Bank Five Nine Amphitheater hosts more acts than just these nightly headliners; join Kids From Wisconsin for their 58th season as they honor the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with America’s great composers, songwriters, musicians and instrumentalists. Throughout the Fair, the Bank Five Nine Amphitheater will also be the site for competitions, dance performances, Tributes to the Troops and more. Find the full Bank Five Nine Amphitheater lineup here: WiStateFair.com.
All Bank Five Nine Amphitheater shows are free with State Fair admission. Admission tickets are on sale now for just $15 until Sunday, May 31. Score this amazing value here.
Bank Five Nine has continually helped support local families and businesses in the communities they serve since 1859. As a locally owned independent community bank, they offer a complete suite of banking products and services, robust online and mobile solutions and convenient locations throughout the area.
About Bank Five Nine
Bank Five Nine has been Making Lives Better throughout Southeast Wisconsin for more than 160 years. Don’t let our age fool you though! We actively work with our customers to find the best financial solutions for their individual needs. With 14 local branch locations, dozens of lenders throughout the state and a national commercial lending program, we are committed to giving back to the communities we serve through charitable giving and volunteerism. Learn more about us at bankfivenine.com.
About the Wisconsin State Fair
The 2026 Wisconsin State Fair, presented by T-Mobile, will take place August 6–16, 2026. The State Fair offers a unique experience to all who attend and is an exceptional value. Enjoy dozens of FREE entertainment stages, exciting rides and games in SpinCity, thousands of animals, endless family activities, events, contests, shopping vendors, and culinary delights. For more information, visit WiStateFair.com or follow us on social media.
