One of the highlights of a Minnesota summer (more of a deep-fried explanation point!) is the Minnesota State Fair, and many of us pay close attention to the musical acts set to perform over those 11 magical days in late August and early September.

This year's final musical line-up is set, with a wide range of musical genres, and a huge spread in prices to get into these Grandstand acts. To be more specific, you can spend as little as $16/ticket for you and your kids to see Blippi - or as much as $207 to swoon to the Jonas Brothers. Does anyone swoon anymore? Didn't think so. Here is this year's Grandstand line-up, in chronological order:

Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
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August 24: The Black Keys: Dropout Boogie Tour with special guest The Velveteers

For more than 20 years, childhood friends Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney have come together in settings ranging from musty Midwestern basements to expensive Hollywood multitrack facilities to the kind of custom-built space where their remarkable album “Dropout Boogie” was recorded, according to the Minnesota State Fair.

Ticket prices: $159, $101, $91 & $69 (All seats reserved)

(L-R) Emily Strayer, Natalie Maines and Martie Maguire of The Chicks perform at The Greek Theatre on July 25, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Timothy Norris/Getty Images)
(L-R) Emily Strayer, Natalie Maines and Martie Maguire of The Chicks perform at The Greek Theatre on July 25, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Timothy Norris/Getty Images)
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August 25: THE CHICKS: World Tour 2023 with special guest Wild Rivers

The Chicks, originally from Dallas, have been a force in the music industry since their 1998 album "Wide Open Spaces," an album that sold more CDs that year than all other country music groups combined.

Ticket prices: $197, $107, $97 & $77 (All seats reserved)

Keith Urban performs onstage during the 58th Academy Of Country Music Awards at The Ford Center at The Star on May 11, 2023 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images)
Keith Urban performs onstage during the 58th Academy Of Country Music Awards at The Ford Center at The Star on May 11, 2023 in Frisco, Texas. (Photo by Theo Wargo/Getty Images)
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August 26: Keith Urban with special guest Lindsay Ell

Keith Urban has spent the better part of his life harnessing a deep-seated passion for music. This, when combined with his authenticity, talent and driving musical inquisitiveness, helps us understand why he is one of the most successful and well-respected artists in the world.

Ticket prices: $87, $77 & $52 (GA pit and reserved seating)

Chaka Khan poses for photos at The Garage before her 70th birthday celebration at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum on March 29, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Duane Prokop/Getty Images)
Chaka Khan poses for photos at The Garage before her 70th birthday celebration at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum on March 29, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Duane Prokop/Getty Images)
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August 27: Boyz II Men and Chaka Khan

Boyz II Men redefined popular R&B and continues to create timeless hits that appeal to fans across all generations. Chaka Khan is one of the world’s most gifted and celebrated music icons. A singer, songwriter, actor, author, philanthropist, entrepreneur and activist, she has influenced generations of music creators during her four decades as an artist.

Ticket prices: $51, $41 & $34 (All seats reserved)

Little Anthony of Little Anthony performs at the Veteran's Day Benefit Concert hosted by Stand For The Troops at The Concert Hall at New York Society For Ethical Culture on November 11, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Stand For the Troops)
Little Anthony of Little Anthony performs at the Veteran's Day Benefit Concert hosted by Stand For The Troops at The Concert Hall at New York Society For Ethical Culture on November 11, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Stand For the Troops)
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August 28: Happy Together Tour 2023 featuring The Turtles, Little Anthony, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Vogues, The Classics IV and The Cowsills

The hit-filled Happy Together Tour that has crisscrossed the country for more than a decade returns to the State Fair with a show full of chart-topping hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s – an undeniable 61 Billboard Top 40 smashes. The tour once again features The Turtles, who also act as musical hosts for the evening. The Turtles are joined by Little Anthony, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Vogues, The Classics IV and The Cowsills.

$33 (All seats reserved)

Brandi Carlile performs onstage during A GRAMMY Salute to The Beach Boys at Dolby Theatre on February 08, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
Brandi Carlile performs onstage during A GRAMMY Salute to The Beach Boys at Dolby Theatre on February 08, 2023 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images for The Recording Academy)
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August 29: Brandi Carlile with special guest Wynonna Judd

At the 65th Annual Grammy Awards, Brandi Carlile won three more awards, bringing her total number of Grammy wins to nine. This year’s awards included Best Americana Album (“In These Silent Days”), Best Rock Song (“Broken Horses”) and Best Rock Performance (“Broken Horses”).

$199, $109, $99 & $79 (All seats reserved)

Yung Gravy attends Spotify's 2023 Best New Artist Party at Pacific Design Center on February 02, 2023 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Spotify )
Yung Gravy attends Spotify's 2023 Best New Artist Party at Pacific Design Center on February 02, 2023 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for Spotify )
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August 30: Yung Gravy with special guest bbno$

The name Yung Gravy says a great deal. It’s perpetually youthful, and it oozes “sauce.” As such, Yung Gravy uses his own special recipe to bring originality and positivity to make his one-of-a-kind impact on the genre.

Ticket prices: $64, $49, $39 & $29 (GA pit and reserved seating)

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Duran Duran performs on stage during the Times Square New Year's Eve 2023 Celebration on December 31, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)
Duran Duran performs on stage during the Times Square New Year's Eve 2023 Celebration on December 31, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Roy Rochlin/Getty Images)
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August 31: DURAN DURAN: FUTURE PAST with special guests Bastille and Nile Rodgers & CHIC

Duran Duran are icons of British music, continuing to perform to huge concert audiences around the world since the band first formed in 1980. Their career has seen more than 100 million record sales worldwide, 21 U.K.

Ticket prices: $197, $107, $97 & $77 (All seats reserved)

Kevin Jonas of the Jonas Brothers performs on NBC's "Today" at Rockefeller Plaza on May 12, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
Kevin Jonas of the Jonas Brothers performs on NBC's "Today" at Rockefeller Plaza on May 12, 2023 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images)
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September 1: Jonas Brothers: FIVE ALBUMS. ONE NIGHT.

Jonas Brothers’ new single “Waffle House,” released via Republic Records on April 7, 2023, launches a new era for the band’s latest full-length record “The Album,” executive produced by Jon Bellion (Justin Bieber, Maroon 5, Halsey). “The Album” is set for release on Friday, May 12, 2023. Earlier this year, on Jan. 30, the band received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, kicking off a busy 2023.

Ticket prices: $207, $127, $97 & $77 (All seats reserved)

Yes, Jonas Brothers are charging the most for up-close seats. I'll just hang out in the mosh pit and take my chances. Personally, I'm more interested in seeing Duran Duran but your results may vary. The extended outlook calls for a musical front sweeping the Minnesota State Fair later this year - and it's not too early to grab some tickets.

With the pandemic finally in our rear-view mirror I suspect it will be a crazy-crowded (and musically-memorable) Minnesota State Fair this year!

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