Coming up: The Alaska State Fair opens today in Palmer, with three weekends of entertainment extending until Sept. 5. And in Anchorage, the long-running Greek Festival also opens today.
entertainment options• Caamp: Headed by Taylor Meier and Evan Westfall, this folk band kicks off the fair’s entertainment slate. The group plays Friday at 7 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and tickets are $34-$39, not including fair admission.
• Blue Oyster Cult: This classic rock band is known for hits like “ The Reaper.” This Sunday evening concert starts a little earlier at 6 p.m. with doors set to open at 4:30 p.m. Tickets for the show are $39-$49, not including fair admission.
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