Breaking Benjamin, Chevelle, Startset to Play Allegan Fair 2026

Rock fans, mark your calendars! Allegan County Fair brings Breaking Benjamin, Chevelle, and Starset this September.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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The Allegan County Fair is set to host a major rock show this September, with Breaking Benjamin headlining on September 12 and support from Chevelle, Starset, and Kami Kehoe. Tickets go on sale on February 20, with a presale happening the day before. The fair has also teased another big show on September 19 featuring Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, and Spin Doctors.

Why it matters

The Allegan County Fair has been a local tradition for over 170 years, and this year's rock-focused lineup is sure to draw big crowds and excitement from music fans in the region. The fair's ability to secure such a high-profile rock act lineup demonstrates its continued relevance and ability to adapt to changing entertainment preferences.

The details

Breaking Benjamin will headline the fair on Saturday, September 12, with support from Chevelle, Starset, and Kami Kehoe. Breaking Benjamin is touring behind their 2024 single "Awaken," their first new music in five years, and a new album is expected soon. Chevelle are promoting their 2025 album "Bright as Blasphemy," while Starset are out in support of their fifth studio release, "Silos."

  • Tickets go on sale Friday, February 20 at 10 a.m.
  • A follower presale is happening Thursday, February 19.

The players

Breaking Benjamin

An American rock band that formed in 1999 and is known for hits like "So Cold" and "Breath." They recently released their first new music in five years and are expected to have a new album out soon.

Chevelle

An American rock band formed in 1995 that is touring behind their 2025 album "Bright as Blasphemy."

Starset

An American rock band formed in 2013 that is out supporting their fifth studio album, "Silos."

Kami Kehoe

A supporting act performing at the Allegan County Fair alongside the headliners.

Allegan County Fair

A long-running county fair in Allegan, Michigan that has been a local tradition for over 170 years.

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What’s next

The fair has also teased another major show featuring Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, and Spin Doctors coming up on September 19, with more details coming soon.

The takeaway

The Allegan County Fair's ability to secure such a high-profile rock act lineup demonstrates its continued relevance and ability to adapt to changing entertainment preferences, ensuring the fair remains a must-attend event for music fans in the region.