The 1861 Club, in partnership with the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, is excited to announce the entertainment lineup at 1861 Club during the 2026 Kansas State Fair.
Nine Lives: Free Fairtime Concert Series at 1861 Club
Nine nights of live music. That’s what the Nine Lives: Free Fairtime Concert Series is all about. Since opening in 2024, 1861 Club has become a go-to spot for music, food and drinks during the Kansas State Fair — and this year is no different.
The entertainment lineup at the 1861 Club is an Americana dream worth staying late for. The opening weekend brings back All Hat No Cadillac, a 90s country band that sold out 1861 Club at the Liquid Aloha Series: 90s Revival back in February 2026. Dueling Pianos, which is always a fan favorite, is set to return again this year. The Talbott Brothers will be performing the last Friday of the Fair at 1861 Club. This Nebraska duo has been featured in Rolling Stone and Billboard and is compared to the likes of Mumford and Sons and John Mayer.
Whether you like country, bluegrass, indie, or that old-time rock and roll — 1861 Club has you covered at the Kansas State Fair this year! The best part? No cover charges. The concerts are free to all fairgoers. Once you’re in the fairgrounds, you’re in!
Full Lineup and More
Check out the full entertainment lineup for the 1861 Club’s Nine Lives: Free Fairtime Concert Series:
- Fri Sept 11: All Hat No Cadillac (90s Country) – Sponsored by Jacam Catalyst
- Sat, Sept 12: All Hat No Cadillac (90s Country)
- Sun, Sept 13: MoonShroom (Bluegrass)
- Mon, Sept 14: Hunter Hicks (Emerging Country)
- Tue, Sept 15: Thorn Haze (Kansas-based Indie)
- Wed, Sept 16: Dueling Pianos (Interactive Crowd Favorites)
- Fri, Sept 18: Talbott Brothers (Folk-Rock)
- Thu, Sept 17: Artifact (Kansas-based 80s Rock Cover)
- Sat, Sept 19: Jay Jackson (Indie-Folk)
Official concert details will be shared first on 1861 Club Facebook and Instagram and in the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation’s First Friday E-Updates.
1861 Club Entertainment Sponsorship – Exclusive Opportunities
Want to get in on the fun? 1861 Club is accepting sponsorships for each night of entertainment which includes a reserved table at the concert as well as plenty of recognition! The sooner you sponsor a night of entertainment, the more we can help promote your organization and brand!
Call 620-615-7388 or email info@KsFgF.org to secure your sponsorship. Becoming an entertainment sponsor is one of the only ways to get a reserved table at 1861 Club for any of the concerts.
Download the official press release here!
About the 1861 Club
The 1861 Club is a flexible, lodge style event venue located on the Kansas State Fairgrounds and operated by the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation. For most of the year it operates as a high-end venue for weddings, special and corporate events, and activities. During the Kansas State Fair, it is transformed into a climate-controlled food, beverage and entertainment venue for fast fine dining and an entertainment experience for all Fair attendees.
Funds raised at the 1861 Club are put back into projects which improve the Kansas State Fairgrounds. These improvements are enjoyed by thousands of visitors each year. So, enjoying the 1861 Club during the Fair and year-round supports the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation’s mission: To further the renovation, construction, preservation and beautification of the Kansas State Fairgrounds.
About the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation
The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation (KFF) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Founded in 2003, KFF’s mission is to further the renovation, construction, preservation and beautification of the Kansas State Fairgrounds with a vision of inspiring excellence and understanding of Kansas agriculture, industry and culture through the Kansas State Fair, activities, educational programs and opportunities. The Foundation exists to enrich the unforgettable memories and traditions people experience only at the Kansas State Fair and at the 500+ events on the Fairgrounds year-round.
