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.

The best part? This headlining concert is completely free with your paid gate admission to the fair! We make it easy for the whole family to enjoy a full day of entertainment with free parking and activities throughout the grounds. If you arrive early to beat the crowd, admission is only $10 before noon; otherwise, it is $15 after noon. Mark your calendars and prepare to secure your spot—online tickets for gate admission will be available starting in early July. Don’t miss your chance to see a future country superstar in an intimate fairground setting!