WEST ALLIS, Wis. — The Beach Boys have canceled their scheduled performance at the Wisconsin State Fair.
The band was set to perform Sunday, Aug. 16, at the Bank Five Nine Main Stage, but announced Tuesday that it is taking a short break from touring.
In a statement, The Beach Boys said, “Playing for you is the highlight of our summer every year—especially as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States while saluting the 60th anniversary of ‘Pet Sounds.’ We’ve been having a blast out there, and to keep the good vibrations going strong, we’ll be taking a short break.”
Wisconsin State Fair officials said they were disappointed by the cancellation.
“We are of course disappointed we won’t be able to welcome The Beach Boys back to Wisconsin State Fair during their August show dates. Unfortunately, due to the timing of this break, The Beach Boys concert scheduled for Aug. 16 will no longer take place,” the Fair said in a statement.
Fair officials say there will not be a replacement act for the Aug. 16 concert.
Tickets purchased through Etix, the official ticket provider of Wisconsin State Fair, will be automatically refunded in the next 7 – 14 business days. Individuals who purchased tickets at the State Fair Ticket Office using cash may visit the Ticket Office from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. to receive a refund. Ticket holders who paid cash must bring original tickets and your ID to complete the refund process.
