Kid Rock, Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, Creed Lead Rock The Country’s 2026 Return

Rock The Country is set to return in 2026 with an expanded, eight-city festival run celebrating the United States’ 250th anniversary through a mix of country, rock, and hip-hop performances, enhanced fan experiences, and a renewed focus on small-town markets.

Produced by Peachtree Entertainment, the multi-city touring festival will deliver two-day events in communities across the country, featuring rotating lineups that blend legacy artists with rising acts. Each stop will host a unique bill, with no two weekends sharing the same lineup.

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

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The 2026 Rock The Country Tour will stop in Bellville, Texas (May 1–2); Bloomingdale, Georgia (May 29–30); Sioux Falls, South Dakota (June 27–28); Ashland, Kentucky (July 10–11); Anderson, South Carolina (July 25–26); Hastings, Michigan (August 8–9); Ocala, Florida (August 28–29); and Hamburg, New York (September 11–12). Full, city-specific lineups are available at rockthecountry.com.

Launched as a touring festival built around patriotism, community, and live music, Rock The Country has positioned itself as a destination event for underserved and small-town markets. According to organizers, the 2026 edition will further elevate the experience with significant investments in production, site layout, and guest comfort.

New for 2026, Rock The Country will introduce expanded shade and cooling areas, a dedicated fan zone with a second stage presented by Raised Rowdy, and an enhanced food zone featuring five or more local food trucks at each stop, complete with shaded seating areas. Select cities will also feature daily throwback happy hour DJ sets and special host appearances by Chelcie Lynn.

VIP offerings will also be expanded, with premium food options curated by chef David Bancroft, winner of Food Network’s Iron Chef Showdown and owner of Southern restaurant Bow & Arrow. Bancroft’s chef-driven menu will be available for purchase exclusively within VIP areas.

Additionally, the tour is launching a new Front Porch festival pass for 2026, designed as an all-inclusive weekend experience. Front Porch passes include elevated seating, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages, dinner curated by Bancroft, a dedicated festival entrance, weekend parking, and other premium amenities. Availability is extremely limited.

In addition to Front Porch and VIP options, Rock The Country will offer single-day and weekend General Admission tickets, GA+ passes with closest access to the stage, camping, and hotel packages.

Presale tickets go on sale Friday, January 16 at 10 a.m. local time, with layaway options starting at $2.50 down. Public on-sale begins Friday, January 16 at 2 p.m. local time. Single-day tickets will start at $89.99 plus fees, while two-day passes will be available starting at $149.99 plus fees.

Additional information, including city-specific lineups and ticket details, is available at rockthecountry.com.

See the full lineup poster below: