2023 Eastern Idaho State Fair grandstand lineup announced
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) - The Eastern Idaho State Fair Grandstand entertainment lineup will be announced Tuesday at noon.
You can watch the announcement below.
In addition to exciting daytime events, including the Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing and the National Indian Relay Championship, barrel racing and horse pulling, the 2023 Grandstand Evening Show lineup is going to be "FAIRTASTIC."
The grandstands are going to shake with hard-rock fun on Friday, Sept. 1 when Incubus comes to town. Tickets start at $59 before ticketing fees.
On Thursday, Sept. 7, Jim Gaffigan will take the stage. Tickets start at $49 before ticketing fees.
Ready to have a Fancy Like evening at the fair? Walker Hayes will be here to make sure that happens on Friday, Sept. 8. Tickets start at $49 before ticketing fees.
The PRCA-sanctioned award-winning Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo will return to the EISF. There will be three nights of rodeo to pick from as the Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo will now be happening on Wednesday, Sept.6 as well as Monday, Sept. 4 and Tuesday, Sept. 6. Ticket prices start at $20 before fees per adult.
On Saturday, Sept.2, kick up your heels with the bull riding championships. Ticket prices start at $20 before fees per adult.
Looking for a little more horsepower? The Western National Truck and Tractor Pulls are here to deliver action, thrills and nonstop entertainment. Featuring the best truck and tractor pulling vehicles from across the western U.S., the show features multiple competition classes. From 10,000+ horsepower multi-engine tractors to ground-pounding, super-modified 2-wheel drive pickups, this event will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss it on Sunday, Sept.3. Ticket prices start at $20 before fees per adult.
And if that's not enough smashing good fun, try the September Slam Demolition Derby coming to the Bank of Commerce Grandstand on Saturday, Sept. 9. Tickets to this sold-out event start at $25 per person before fees. Demolition Derby Pit Passes will be available online or through the EISF ticket office in Blackfoot for $30 before fees, beginning on August 1, 2023.
EISF VIP Members may purchase tickets before the general public on Tuesday, April 25 - Thursday, April 28, which means our VIPs get the best seats in the house. Becoming an EISF VIP is free and includes perks. To become a VIP, sign up a www.funatthefair.com.
All grandstand tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, April 28 at 12 a.m. Don’t get scammed or pay too much for your tickets by buying only from www.funatthefair.com via Etix. Tickets bought online will be delivered straight to your phone or door. To purchase your tickets in person, you can always call or visit the EISF Ticket Office in Blackfoot at (208) 785-2480, ext. 7.
Fair officials are also seeking Grand Marshal nominations.
Every year, the Eastern Idaho State Fair Board of Directors selects a Grand Marshal to represent the EISF at the Opening Day Parade. This special person is chosen based on their lifetime service to the Eastern Idaho State Fair and/or the community.
Nominees must be located in or affiliated with the 16 counties that comprise the EISF: Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Bonneville, Butte, Caribou, Clark, Custer, Franklin, Fremont, Jefferson, Lemhi, Madison, Oneida, Power and Teton.
Nominations are accepted throughout the year. Nominations forms can be found on the website at www.funatthefair.com and must be turned in by May 15 for the nominee to be considered for this year’s fair. The Grand Marshal is announced every year in July.
Questions can be directed to Ann Marie Mangum at annmarie@funatthefair.com or 208-785-2480
