Busta Rhymes - Indiana State Fair
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) — Some big names will perform at the Indiana State Fair this year.

The Hoosier Lottery Free State announced the first 5 acts for this year's lineup. They are The Beach Boys, Busta Rhymes, Gene Simmons, Don McLean, and Tasha Cobbs Leonard, according to FOX59.

All shows are free with paid fair admission, but seating is first come, first served. Each concert starts at 7:30 p.m.

The dates of the shows are below:

  • The Beach Boys: Friday, Aug. 7 
  • Busta Rhymes: Thursday, Aug. 13
  • Gene Simmons: Thursday, Aug. 20
  • Don McLean: Saturday, Aug. 22
  • Tasha Cobbs Leonard: Sunday, Aug. 23

The Indiana State Fair runs from Aug. 7-23. 

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