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Additional Free Live Music 2024

AW Duo (Columbus; popular music)

July 29, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

Two Columbus performers, Amber Knicole and Walter Kolhoff, cover an eclectic mix of your favorite tunes. The pair is part of the neo-funk band MojoFlo.


Dan Orr (Gahanna; acoustic)

July 30, noon and 2 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Dan Orr is a solo acoustic performer who uses his guitar and voice to entertain audiences. Catch him at the Wellcare Gazebo Stage!


Donna Mogavero (Columbus; acoustic and singer/songwriter)

July 28, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Donna Mogavero brings audiences beautiful vocals, professional sound and great live music with a class performance. She has been performing locally and regionally for over 30 years and is known all around Columbus as a "local legend" and "icon."


Exploit Duo (Celina; country and rock)

Aug. 2, noon and 2 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Exploit is a classic rock and country band from Northwest Ohio that started in 1990. The duo features singer and guitarist Bob Schroeder and pianist Frank Harnishfeger.


Honey & Blue Duo (Columbus; R&B and soul)

July 24, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

Honey and Blue, a self-described blend of soul and R&B music, is fronted by singer-songwriters Adam Darling and Stephanie Amber. Not only are they capable songwriters in their own right, but their captivating live performance experience draws in audiences.


James Pyle (Columbus; singer/songwriter)

Aug. 1, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

Columbus resident James Pyle is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from the San Fernando Valley in California. As a contestant on NBC’s The Voice Season 19, James has grown from playing and recording music in his bedroom to singing on the national stage. He captures the blues guitar playing and rhythmic style of John Mayer while belting out soulful pop vocals similar to Harry Styles.


Jeff German (Columbus; Americana and roots-rock)

Aug. 3, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

Jeff German has been a fixture on the Columbus roots-rock scene for a few decades. His music sits perfectly in your collection next to your Westerberg, Old '97s, Whiskeytown, and early REM albums. Don't miss his captivating vocals, tight rhythm section and lean arrangement!


Jeff McCargish (Columbus; classical, country,jazz, pop, R&B and rock)

July 26, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

Jeff McCargish delivers an excellent performance on guitar and vocals in a variety of musical styles that include pop, rock, jazz, classical, R&B and country.


Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers (Xenia; bluegrass and gospel)

July 26, 5 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Main Street Stage

Bluegrass band Joe Mullins & The Radio Ramblers have consistently delivered chart-topping radio hits and energetic performances for nearly 15 years. As one of today’s most heralded torch-bearers in mainstream bluegrass and gospel music, audiences won't want to miss this!


Julia Neville Duo (Logan; country and rock)

July 26, noon and 2 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Julia Neville's magnetic personality has been witnessed at thousands of her country rock shows. She has not only been gifted with a voice, but the ability to connect with her audience. First time audience members quickly become Julia Neville fans for life.


Kevin Ashba Duo (Columbus; folk, rock and singer/songwriter)

July 28, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

With Kevin Ashba on keys and Spaz Moorehead on drums, these two vocalists come together to create a pop cover duo that you won't want to miss!


Lee Gantt (Columbus; country and singer/songwriter)

July 31, 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Lee Gantt's unique sound comes from a blend of old-style country lyrics and new-school country melodies. Gritty, heartfelt lyrics with powerful driving melodies help to fortify the deep connection Lee has with his fans.


Lisa Carrington (Columbus; rock)

Aug. 1, noon and 2 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Lisa Carrington is best known as the lead vocalist in the classic rock band, Waterloo 5. Not only can this Ohio native sing, but she can also play guitar and harmonica. Lisa has been singing since she was in high school.


LYD Duo (R&B)

Aug. 2, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

LYD (Live Your Dream) features husband and wife team Lamar and Yolanda Drake who continue to thrill audiences with their versatile style of music. LYD plays their own musical creation, plus a vast repertoire of great hit renditions from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s.


Mama Drama (Columbus; acoustic)

July 31, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

Mama Drama is the dynamic acoustic duo of Heather Pennington and David Eidelberg. They cover a variety of genres, using their vocals and guitar.


Meridith Evan Duo (Columbus; jazz)

Aug. 3, 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Vocalist Meridith Evans takes to the Wellcare Gazebo Stage with the talents of the best local musicians from Columbus.


Pat Buzzard (Acoustic)

Aug. 4, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Catch the acoustic sounds of Pat Bazzard at the Wellcare Gazebo Stage!


Paul Shamell (Columbus; acoustic)

July 27, 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Paul Shamell performs favorite songs from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and more with his vocals and guitar. Paul is a seasoned performer who has played at over one thousand shows across 15 states. Be sure to catch him at the Fair!


Rock This Way Duo (Thornport, Ohio; jazz, pop,and R&B)

July 30, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

Rock This Way is a "mini tribute band" that performs multiple tunes from the likes of Journey, Bruno Mars, The Who and many more. The boys in RTW have the tunes for you!


Ruvane (Columbus; acoustic, folk and rock)

July 25, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

For more than 20 years, Ruvane has been touring the United States with his unique brand of acoustic folk-rock. He continues to impress and excite audiences with his stage show through combining elements of storytelling, live-looping-creating landscapes of sound, and all out rocking!


The Beach Geeks

July 28, 2 p.m., Main Street Stage

Live music.


The Makeshifts

July 27, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Taste of Ohio Pavilion & Beer Garden

Live music.


Theo Perry (Columbus; soul)

July 25, noon and 2 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Soulful singer Theo Perry is known for his skills on the guitar. This Columbus resident, who is originally from Cleveland, is also a recording artist and live performer.


Whiskey Business Duo (Columbus; alternative, contemporary, folk, motown, pop, rock and soul)

July 24, 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Whiskey Business, a Columbus-based acoustic duo, features local talents Emily Syring and Jesse Barr. They perform a wide range of covers spanning from classic Motown and soul to contemporary pop, folk, rock and alternative music.


Will Freed (Columbus; blues, country and rock)

July 29, 1 p.m. and 2:45 p.m., Wellcare Gazebo Stage

Will Freed is a versatile and award-winning singer-songwriter with a soul deeply rooted in the traditions of blues, rock and country music. Hailing from West Virginia and currently residing in Columbus, Will brings heartfelt performances that captivate audiences and leave a lasting impression.

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2025 Ohio State Fair dates: July 23 through Aug. 3

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