Megan Moroney Breaks Illinois State Fair Grandstand Attendance Record

Country singer-songwriter Megan Moroney set a new attendance record at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand, drawing 15,532 fans and surpassing the previous record of 15,427 held by Lil Wayne. Moroney performed hits such as "Am I Okay?", "Tennessee Orange," and her latest single "6 Months Later," captivating a large, diverse audience. The Illinois Department of Agriculture's Director, Jerry Costello II, highlighted the fair's ongoing goal to improve each year and feature a mix of artists early in their careers, marking this as a milestone moment. Governor JB Pritzker praised the event, emphasizing how music unites people and commending Moroney for her outstanding performance. Historically, other top attendance records at the fair were held by Jason Aldean, Florida Georgia Line, Reba McEntire, and Hootie and the Blowfish. The Illinois State Fair continues through August 17, with tickets for remaining concerts available online and at the box office.