by announcing a groundbreaking EDM experience on Friday, July 24, and a high-energy hip-hop lineup on Saturday, July 25.

DJ, producer and multiplatinum hitmaker Zedd performs on the Grandstand Friday, July 24, introducing Electronic Dance Music at the fair.

A Grammy award-winning artist known for breaking genre barriers, Zedd has built a career defined by innovation, global hits and unforgettable live performances. From “Clarity” to “The Middle,” his catalog has amassed billions of streams while captivating audiences on some of the biggest stages in the world.

“Friday night is a big moment for us and for the state,” said Craig Rudland, General Manager of the NDSF. “We’ve never hosted an EDM show like this at the Grandstand. It’s something new,

NDSF2 Submitted Photo Zed to to perform at the North Dakota State Fair on Friday, July 24.

something different, and it shows where the Fair is headed.”

The NDSF closes out Saturday, July 25, with a hip-hop lineup featuring T.I. with DaBaby and Waka Flocka Flame.

T.I., a pioneer of trap music, has built a legacy that spans music, film, business and philanthropy, shaping the sound and culture of modern hip-hop. His influence continues to resonate across generations. His recent single “Let ‘Em Know” has taken the world by storm, landing the top position on Billboard’s Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay Chart.

Joining him, DaBaby has delivered chart-topping success with over 38 billion streams and a reputation for high-energy performances, while Waka Flocka Flame remains an influential force in trap music with a catalog that helped define an era.

“Saturday night is all about energy and giving fans a full show from start to finish,” said Rudland. “This is the Turn Up, ND! – 2026 Edition, bringing multiple artists together for a one-of-a-kind night and the perfect way to close out the Fair.”

Tickets available on the NDSF website.