Country star bringing tour to Des Moines in 2025
Church's Free the Machine Tour stops in Iowa's capital city on September 27, 2025. He'll be joined by special guests Marcus King Band.
Iowa State Fair reveals free entertainment lineup
The country artist has had hits with 'Drink in My Hand,' 'Springsteen,' and 'Hell of a View' among others.
Tickets will go on sale to the public Friday, May 9th, at 10:00 a.m. on Hy-VeeTix.com.
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