Farm Aid 2022: Lineup, Ticket Information, and Event Details
Farm Aid is an annual fundraiser concert and symposium organized by Willie Nelson to support struggling independent farmers. The event changes locations each year, and this year it will take place on Saturday from noon to 11 p.m. at Huntington Bank Stadium at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. The event was in jeopardy due to a strike at the university, but a settlement was reached, ensuring that Farm Aid will go on as planned.
The lineup for Farm Aid includes performances by Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Margo Price, Kenny Chesney, Billy Strings, and more. The event will kick off at 1 p.m. with the first act, and Willie Nelson is scheduled to perform at 10 p.m. Ticket prices range from $113 to $390 and can be purchased on gophersports.com or at the stadium box office on the day of the event.
To get to the event, attendees can purchase U of M parking passes, take the Metro Transit's Green Line train, or use the special Farm Aid bus service provided by SouthWest Transit. The stadium has strict bag policies, allowing only clear plastic bags or small bags under specific dimensions. Outside food, drinks, chairs, and cannabis products are not permitted inside the venue.
For those unable to attend the event in person, CNN will broadcast the second half of the festival on TV, and the entire event will be streamed online on farmaid.org or the Farm Aid YouTube channel. Donations made to Farm Aid support various organizations that work directly with U.S. farmers to provide financial assistance, education, and training.
In addition to attending the event or donating, individuals can support the cause by taking action on legislation and community organizations listed on the farmaid.org website. Surprise guests are common at Farm Aid, with potential appearances by artists like Bonnie Raitt and Bob Dylan, who has a connection to the event's history. At 92 years old, Willie Nelson's future touring plans remain uncertain, but he has not indicated that this year's Farm Aid will be his last concert.