Ziggy Marley at the Illinois State Fair Grandstand
Tue, Aug 18 , 2026 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm
801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL 62702
Ziggy Marley comes to the Illinois State Fair Grandstand on Tuesday August 18th
Ziggy Marley is a nine-time Grammy award-winning musician, Emmy winner, producer, and humanitarian. He has spent his life using music as a tool for unity, self-reflection and upliftment. As the eldest son of Bob and Rita Marley, he carries forward a legacy rooted in history while continually forging his own creative path.
From his early days performing alongside his family to a solo career spanning decades, Ziggy’s music blends reggae, soul, rock, and global rhythms—always guided by messages of love, justice, and resilience. His work speaks not only to personal reflection but to collective responsibility, encouraging listeners to engage the world with clarity and compassion.
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