Rod Stewart Cancels Minnesota State Fair Performance Following Medical Procedure
Rocker Rod Stewart has canceled his upcoming performance at the Minnesota State Fair due to a recent coronary procedure. The event was scheduled for September 1st in St. Paul.
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 12, 2026 —
Legendary rock artist Rod Stewart has been forced to cancel his highly anticipated performance at the Minnesota State Fair, originally slated for September 1st. The cancellation comes as a result of a recent coronary procedure the singer underwent.
Stewart was scheduled to take the stage in St. Paul as part of the fair’s grandstand entertainment lineup. The Minnesota State Fair has confirmed the cancellation, and further details regarding potential refunds or replacement acts were not immediately available.
The specifics of the coronary procedure were not disclosed, but the singer’s team cited the recent medical intervention as the reason for his inability to perform on the scheduled date.
Fans who had purchased tickets for the September 1st show are advised to monitor the official Minnesota State Fair channels for updates on ticketing and any potential rescheduling or compensatory measures.
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