The State Fair of West Virginia has announced the addition of Aaron Lewis to the 2017 Concert Series.

Lewis with special guest Ray Scott. They will open the Fair on Thursday, Aug. 10, with an 8 p.m. show.

Tickets for the show will go on sale Friday, Apr. 21, at 10 a.m. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1-800-514-ETIX (3849) or by visiting www.statefairofwv.com.

The State Fair also announced the list of free grandstand shows for 2017, including country music newcomer Luke Combs (Aug. 14), Jimmy Fortune (Aug. 15) and Home Free (Aug. 16). Each of these shows will be free with paid gate admission and will take place after Twilight Harness Racing at 5:30 p.m.

“We are excited to be bringing Aaron Lewis to the 2017 State Fair of West Virginia, as well as a few great free shows,” CEO Kelly Collins stated. “We still have just a few announcements left, but we are expecting to have a great year as we celebrate the 93rd Annual State Fair of West Virginia.”