Rock The Country reveals 2026 multi-city festival lineup including Blake Shelton and Brooks & Dunn in Ocala

Get ready to rock out as Rock The Country announces 8 massive shows in 8 small towns across the U.S.

Get ready to party as Rock the Country announces the festivals return in 2026 celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. The multi-city festival will feature two-day events in communities across the United States, with rotating lineups that vary by market.

Rock the Country will consist of 8 massive shows in 8 small towns, with two-day stops in Bellville, Texas (May 1-2); Bloomingdale, Georgia (May 29-30); Sioux Falls, South Dakota (June 27-28); Ashland, Kentucky (July 10-11, 2026); Anderson, South Carolina (July 25-26; Hastings, Michigan (August 8-9); Ocala, Florida (August 28-29); and Hamburg, NY (September 11-12).

Organizers, Peachtree Entertainment describe the tour as a celebration of live music and small-town communities, combining established headliners with emerging artists.

The impressive lineup of artists scheduled to appear across select Rock The Country 2026 dates include Kid Rock, Jason Aldean, Blake Shelton, Jelly Roll, Creed, Brooks & Dunn, Miranda Lambert, Riley Green, Hank Williams Jr., Lynyrd Skynyrd, Shinedown, Jon Pardi, Ella Langley, Brantley Gilbert, Treaty Oak Revival, Gavin Adcock, Ludacris, Nelly, and more.

In addition to concerts, each tour stop will include daily throwback DJ sets, with select dates also featuring host appearances by comedian Chelcie Lynn.

Locally, Rock The Country will take place in Ocala at Florida Horse Park, located in the 11000 block of S Highway 475 on August 28 - 29. The Friday headliner is Brooks & Dunn, with a second headliner yet to be announced.

Friday will also feature performances by Lauren Alaina, Shenandoah, McCoy Moore, Dalton Davis, Sadie Bass, Connor Hicks, and Emmy Moyen.

On Saturday, Blake Shelton will headline, again with a second headliner to be confirmed.

Saturday also includes performances from Ludacris, Mark Chesnutt, Fox N’ Vead, Ashland Craft, Joe Jordan, Kenny Whitmire, and Callie Prince.

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The 2026 tour will include expanded investments in fan amenities at each location. Planned additions include increased shade and cooling areas, a new fan zone with a second stage presented by Raised Rowdy, and a dedicated food area featuring multiple local food trucks and shaded seating.

VIP ticket holders will have access to premium food offerings curated by chef David Bancroft, winner of Food Network’s Iron Chef Showdown. Bancroft’s menu, inspired by Southern flavors, will be available for purchase exclusively within VIP areas.

Tickets

New for 2026, the tour will introduce Front Porch festival passes, an all-inclusive option that includes reserved seating, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, dinner, a dedicated entrance, weekend parking and additional amenities. Quantities will be limited.

Ticket options for Rock The Country 2026 include single-day and weekend general admission, GA+ passes, VIP and Front Porch passes, along with hotel packages and camping options.

Presale tickets go on sale Friday, January 16, at 11 am local time followed by a public on-sale at 2 pm local time. Sign up on the Rock The Country website for the presale!

Layaway plans available for all ticket types starting at $2.50 down.

Get more info and sign up for the presale on the official website:

https://rockthecountry.com/

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