august 22, 2026

George Thorogood and the Destroyers in concert

There is no place quite like the Wisconsin summer festival circuit to experience the raw power of classic rock under the open sky, and this August, the ultimate live music tradition returns to the Moraine Park Main Stage. The Dodge County Fair Association is thrilled to announce that rock and roll icons George Thorogood and The Destroyers will perform on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 8:00 PM.

Fresh off a massive 2025 where they played nearly 90 explosive shows, were honored by the GRAMMY Museum, and saw George’s famed “Bad To The Bone” Gibson ES-125TDC guitar placed on permanent exhibit at The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, the band is extending The Baddest Show on Earth Tour into 2026. With 53 years of “playing rock & roll hot enough to melt the polar icecaps,” Thorogood and his long-time bandmates—Jeff Simon, Bill Blough, Jim Suhler, and Buddy Leach—are bringing a “renewed taste for danger” to Beaver Dam.

Experience the Dodge County Fair for less with daily admission starting at $10 before noon and $15 after noon, or take advantage of a special $10 all-day rate on Sunday. For the best value, season tickets are available for $35 in advance ($40 at the gate), and children nine and under enter for free. Your admission includes free parking and access to all grandstand events, including concerts and tractor pulls. Tickets can be purchased at the Fairgrounds Office or at local retailers in Dodge County and Beaver Dam; please note that no carry-ins are allowed.