Grandstand tickets do not include Fair admission. To view admission specials visit the Fair Admission page.
Presale for all State Fair tickets starts Tuesday, May 13 at 9 am through Etix. Public on sale for all State Fair tickets starts Tuesday, May 20 at 9 am through Etix. All concert seats are reserved. Convenience charges apply to all tickets.
The Missouri State Fair Box Office opens at noon on June 30 for walk-up orders (while tickets remain).
Box Office Hours
June 30 – Aug. 1: 12 pm – 6 pm (M-F)
Closed July 4 in observance of Independence Day
Aug. 4-6: 9 am – 6 pm
Aug. 7-17: 9 am – 9 pm
Security Policy
For guest safety, prior to entering concerts/events at the State Fair Grandstand, all guests will be screened by hand-held wands, or similar device. Weapons are not permitted. All bags are subject to search. Any prohibited item must be returned to the guest’s vehicle.
Things to Know Before the Show: Learn more about our security policy, prohibited items and more on the Grandstand Event Policies page.
Josiah Queen
A young Josiah Queen, only 9 years old, attended a young adults’ conference with tens of thousands of believers in Kansas City, accompanied by his parents. Amidst the buzz of the event, he encountered God for the first time, and his life was completely changed. After this event, Josiah recalls having the desire to write and record his own songs.
On weekends, Josiah would travel with his mother, who was a traveling preacher. He would lead worship alongside these communities of believers and witnessed the powerful impact a song could have. At 18, while working at a car wash, he fervently prayed for a path that would enable him to turn his musical dreams of becoming a songwriter into reality. Josiah felt an undeniable calling to share the songs that he wrote in his bedroom with the world. Social platforms like TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram became his stage, and his music resonated deeply with hearts far and wide. With each upload, a community blossomed, drawn to the authenticity of his verses and the sincerity of his devotion.
Then, in April, a song emerged that would amplify the impact of his journey titled “I am Barabbas” which found its way to over 2M views on Tik Tok organically. This composition offered a poignant perspective on a Biblical narrative. The emotional depth of the song struck a chord, amassing millions of views on social media and earning a place among Billboard’s “Top 50 Hottest Christian Songs.”
Josiah Queen stands as a testament to the power of dedication and the resonance of a harmonious melody with a global audience reaching 300M total streams. Since the release of his first single, he has since released several more songs and a full length album including the biggest song to date “The Prodigal” reaching over 82M global streams and 50M views on social content utilizing the track. The song has had immense success being named Apple Music’s Top 100 Songs of 2023 and hit the top 10 on Billboard’s Christian Airplay chart. His debut album was #1 on Billboard Christian album Chart making it the biggest debut ever in Christian music. Queen has had continued success at Spotify including playlists across multiple genres such as Homegrown, Juniper, Top Christian & Gospel, Singled Out and Best of 2024 reaching over 3M monthly listeners and several songs reaching Top 50 Spotify Viral Songs charts for multiple weeks. Josiah was named Billboard’s #1 new artist in Christian Music for 2024 and wrapped 2024 with several nominations across the Billboard Music Awards, Dove Awards and KLOVE Fan Awards. Additionally, both his spring and fall headline tours completely sold out across 50+ cities. Queen continues to grow and impact with the church and global music audiences. His journey, crafted with faith-filled lyrics and heartfelt melodies, is an anthem of authenticity and devotion that’s resonated with fans of all ages. Josiah and his wife, Trinity, travel together and are based in Tampa, Fl.
Claire Leslie
Claire Leslie is a twenty-something artist and songwriter who tells stories from her life experiences and faith journey through a colorful, alternative pop sound. Her music has rapidly gained popularity on social media, where she shares her personal journey through song.
Claire introduces a fresh perspective to pop music, setting a new tone with her captivating melodies and heartfelt lyrics. In a world where conformity often overshadows authenticity, Claire’s music stands out, inspiring listeners to embrace what makes them unique.