The State Affair started in May 2007. Their first show was at West Leyden High School for a benefit concert with other local bands. Soon after, they took 1st Place in a battle of the bands at North Park where they had a crowd over 50 people for their second show. The State Affair also took 2nd place in the Lisle Eyes to the Skies Festival. With a rapid growing and loyal fan base, The State Affair plans to move on to bigger and better things in the near future.