Severe Weather Looms Over Farm Aid 40th Anniversary in Minnesota

The 40th anniversary of the Farm Aid festival is coming up on Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The annual benefit concert was founded by music icons Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp as a way to help families through the major farm crisis of the 1980s and continues to support farmers to this day.

As of right now, the forecast calls for rain and scattered thunderstorms on Saturday, September 20, 2025, and concertgoers are closely monitoring the weather, wondering how the event will be impacted.

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Who Is Performing at Farm Aid 2025 in Minnesota

Fans will see incredible performances from the founders – Willie Nelson, Neil Young, and John Mellencamp – alongside Farm Aid board members Dave Matthews (who joined in 2001) and Margo Price (the first female board member, joining in 2021).

Don't be surprised if an unannounced performer shows up, too. I went to Farm Aid in Milwaukee in 2010 and had a blast. Steven Tyler from Aerosmith surprised fans when he hopped on stage to perform with Willie at the end of the night.

Is Farm Aid Canceled Because of The Rain and/or Storms?

Huntington Bank Stadium is an open-air venue, making weather a key factor for the day's events.

Concertgoers are advised to come prepared for rain. The official Farm Aid website states that the festival will proceed "rain or shine, with delays or cancellations only occurring in the case of severe, dangerous weather like lightning.

Fans are encouraged to follow the event's social media channels for real-time updates on the day of the event.

Farm Aid Minnesota Event Details:

• Event: Farm Aid 40th Anniversary Benefit Concert
• Date: This Saturday, September 20th, 2025
• Location: Huntington Bank Stadium, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
• Performers: Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Margo Price, and special guests.