Country Music Festivals 2026 & 2027 Full List
- All Country News
- Jan 26
- 7 min read
Updated: Jul 5
United States & North America
Wild Wild West Fest — Maricopa, AZ
March 27 - 29, 2026
Wild West Music Fest is a vibrant festival held in Maricopa, Arizona. The event features national and local musical talent, unforgettable performances, exhilarating activities, delicious food options and interactive attractions. While paying homage to the city’s Western history, the festival also celebrates Maricopa’s rich cultural roots and diverse community with a wide range of musical genres that cater to a spectrum of styles and tastes. The festival weekend will be held at Copper Sky Regional Park.
Country Thunder Arizona — Florence, AZ
April 9–12, 2026
A long-running part of the Country Thunder tour held at Canyon Moon Ranch with major country acts and camping options. This year's lineup includes Lainey Wilson and more.
Tortuga Music Festival — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
April 10–12, 2026
A three-day beachfront country festival curated with sustainability in mind. Features big names like Post Malone, Riley Green, and Kenny Chesney alongside a broad lineup of country and related genres.
Two Step Inn — Georgetown, Texas
April 18–19, 2026
A huge outdoor honky-tonk festival with multi-stage performances from big country names like Chris Stapleton and Brooks & Dunn, plus local food and vendors.
Stagecoach Festival — Indio, California
 April 24–26, 2026
One of the biggest country music festivals in the world, held at the Empire Polo Club. Blends mainstream country, Americana, and even crossover artists, with headliners like Cody Johnson, Lainey Wilson, and Post Malone.
Lone Star Smokeout — Arlington, Texas
April 24–26, 2026
A three-day country music and barbecue festival held outside AT&T Stadium, brought to Texas by the team behind Windy City Smokeout. Headliners include Riley Green, Koe Wetzel, and Shaboozey with many additional acts and world-class BBQ pitmasters on site
Country Thunder Florida — St. Pete Beach, FL
May 8-10, 2026
A large coastal Country Thunder festival with a star-studded lineup announced for 2026 featuring acts like Kane Brown, Zach Top, and more
Gulf Coast Jam — Panama City Beach, FL
May 28–31, 2026
A four-day beachside country music festival on the Emerald Coast featuring major country stars like Post Malone, Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban, and Riley Green, plus a long list of supporting acts. The event mixes sun, sand, and live music for one of the most scenic country festival experiences.
CMA Fest — Nashville, TN
June 4-7, 2026
A premier annual country music event in downtown Nashville hosted by the Country Music Association. Attendees can see hundreds of artists across multiple stages and venues, plus fan activities, games, and autograph sessions.
Carolina Country Music Fest — Myrtle Beach, SC
June 4–7, 2026
One of the East Coast’s largest four-day country festivals held oceanfront on the Myrtle Beach boardwalk. The 2026 lineup includes headliners like Blake Shelton, Post Malone, Luke Bryan, and Riley Green, as well as 40+ artists performing across multiple stages.
Railbird — Lexington, Kentucky
June 6 -7, 2026
Traditionally, a Railbird is a horse racing enthusiast known for sticking close to the action, hanging on the rail as each contender comes barreling down the track. For one special weekend in June the term takes on an added meaning during the Annual Railbird Festival. 2 days. 3 stages. World class artists.
Country Summer Music Festival — Wildwood, New Jersey
June 12 - 14, 2026
Country Summer brings together thousands of country music fans from across California and beyond for three unforgettable days of live music, food, drinks, and Wine Country hospitality.
Barefoot Country Music Fest — Wildwood, New Jersey
June 18–21, 2026
One of the Northeast’s largest outdoor country music festivals returns to the beaches of Wildwood for four days of oceanfront performances and boardwalk energy. The 2026 lineup is led by Post Malone, Eric Church, Kelsea Ballerini, and Miranda Lambert, with more than 40 artists performing across multiple stages.
Tailgate N' Tallboys — Bloomington, Illinois
June 18 - 21, 2026
Tailgate N' Tallboys is where the spirit of country music comes to life, bringing fans together for unforgettable weekends filled with great music, cold drinks, and good times. Tailgate N' Tallboys is more than just a festival – it's a celebration of the country lifestyle we all love.
Hoofbeat Country Fest — Cadott, Wisconsin
June 25–27, 2026
Formerly known as Country Fest, this longstanding country music and camping festival is one of the largest of its kind in the U.S., held in a permanent amphitheater with multiple stages and extensive camping options. This year's headliners include Kane Brown, Jason Aldean and Bailey Zimmerman.
ND Country Fest — Chicago, Illinois
July 8 - 11, 2026
ND Country Fest is the ultimate celebration of music, camping, and community! 4 days packed with incredible performances from 20+ artists across 2 stages. Whether you're rocking out to headliners or exploring the vibrant festival atmosphere, ND Country Fest promises an unforgettable experience for fans from all over. Come join the party! | Add to Calendar
Windy City Smokeout — Chicago, Illinois
July 8–12, 2026
A five-day country music and BBQ extravaganza held outside the United Center. It’s one of the biggest outdoor country festivals in the Midwest, pairing a huge roster of country stars with top pitmasters for BBQ, craft beer tents, and fan experiences. Lineup highlights include Lainey Wilson, Jordan Davis, Hootie & the Blowfish, Blake Shelton, Warren Zeiders, and many more
Hodag Country Festival — Rhinelander, Wisconsin
July 9 - 12, 2026
The Hodag Country Festival has been proud to host some of the best country music artists since its inception in 1978. In addition, we’ve had our band contest every year since 1981. The Hodag Country Festival has been featured on TV programs like Discover Wisconsin and ranked among the favorite destinations in the state.
Country Jam USA — Eau Claire, Wisconsin
July 16–18, 2026
Country Jam USA is 3-day annual Country Music Festival bringing country music's top performers and hottest up-and-coming artists to Eau Claire, WI every July. Songs sound sweeter. Friendships last longer. Stars shine brighter. Beer runs colder.
Country Thunder Wisconsin — Twin Lakes, Wisconsin
July 16–19, 2026
One of the biggest gatherings in the Country Thunder family, featuring multiple stages and a lineup including established stars and rising names. This year's headliners include Riley Green, Keith Urban and more.
Under The Big Sky — Whitefish, Montana
July 17 - 19, 2026
Under The Big Sky celebrates the tradition of gathering friends and family together under open skies to listen to music. Explore the breadth and legacy of Americana with artists celebrating both traditional and contemporary takes on our country's rich musical traditions. Set on a 350 acre ranch just outside of Whitefish Montana, enjoy expansive 180 degree views of the heart of Big Sky Country and performances across two stages in naturally formed amphitheaters on the ranch.
Headwaters Country Jam — Three Forks, Montana
July 23–25, 2026
Headwaters Country Jam is a three-day country music festival featuring 20+ bands on two stages, surrounded by Montana’s awe-inspiring landscape.
Night in the Country Nevada — Yerington, Nevada
July 23–25, 2026
Away from the big city lights, the Night in the Country experience transforms the quiet farming town of Yerington, Nevada into a country music destination.
WE Fest — Detroit Lakes, Michigan
August 5–8, 2026
Described as "America’s Best Country Music + Camping Festival" WE Fest returns to Detroit Lakes, MN for an unforgettable weekend of country music and lifestyle.
VOA Country Music Fest — West Chester, OH
August 6–9, 2026
A four-day country festival held at Voice of America MetroPark featuring major headliners like Rascal Flatts and Blake Shelton alongside many other country acts, plus VIP experiences and camping options.
Born & Raised Music Festival — Pryor, Oklahoma
September 17 - 19, 2026
Dust the dirt of your boots and get ready to party! Born & Raised Music Festival is labeled as "the festival for the outlaw in all of us."
Boots in the Park — Fresno, California
September 19, 2026
Coming to Fresno, Boots in the Park is a premiere traveling country music festival series that transforms city parks and outdoor venues into high-energy, day-to-night country parties.
Bourbon & Beyond — Louisville, Kentucky
September 24 - 27, 2026
The World's Largest Bourbon, Food & Music Festival featuring musical performances and vendors.
Rock The South — Cullman, Alabama
October 1 - 4, 2026
Get excited for "the biggest party in the south!" For the first time ever, Rock the South is bringing a Midway Fair to the festival grounds featuring carnival rides, games, food and more! This will be the first time the city of Decatur has hosted a fair since the fall of 2018.
Country Calling — Ocean City, Maryland
October 2 - 3, 2026
The Country Calling Festival is a two-day country music event held at the Ocean City Inlet Beach and Boardwalk in Ocean City, Maryland. It features over 25 artists across three stages (two on the beach, one on the boardwalk) with classic boardwalk bites, local vendors, and seaside views.
Golden Sky Festival — Sacramento, California
October, 2026 - Dates to be announced soon
Returning to Sacramento, stay tuned for presales, dates & lineup news.
Boots in the Park — Orange County, California
October 17, 2026
Coming to Orange County, Boots in the Park is a premiere traveling country music festival series that transforms city parks and outdoor venues into high-energy, day-to-night country parties.
Boots in the Park — Tucson, Arizona
October 18, 2026
Coming to Tucson, Boots in the Park is a premiere traveling country music festival series that transforms city parks and outdoor venues into high-energy, day-to-night country parties.
International
Country 2 Country (C2C)Â
Dates: March 13–15
Location:Â Multiple UK & Ireland cities (London, Glasgow, Belfast)
Country 2 Country is one of Europe’s largest traveling country music festivals, showcasing big Nashville names alongside rising stars across multiple venues in the UK and Ireland.
CMC Rocks QLD
Dates: March 20–22, 2026
Location:Â Willowbank Raceway, Ipswich, Queensland, Australia
Australia’s biggest contemporary country music festival, CMC Rocks QLD brings top international and local country stars to the stage, with acts like Jordan Davis, Old Dominion, Riley Green, Carly Pearce, Tucker Wetmore and more across three days of music, camping, and community vibes.
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