Best Country Festivals to See In 2026

Stagecoach 2026 has already rolled by, but don’t worry—this is just the start of the summer festival season. From beachside parties to destination getaways, citywide takeovers, and breezy outdoor gatherings, there’s no shortage of ways to catch your favorite country artists live.

Below, find our picks for the best country festivals to see in 2026.

CMA Fest

When: June 4 – 7, 2026
Where: Nashville, TN
Who to See: Keith Urban, Luke Bryan, Bailey Zimmerman, Ella Langley, Shaboozey, Carly Pearce, Cody Johnson, Deana Carter, Gretchen Wilson, Jason Aldean, HARDY, Jordan Davis

CMA Fest is the country music event of the year. Taking over downtown Nashville for one long weekend in June, this annual celebration features the genre’s biggest stars on six different main stages throughout the city—plus, meet and greets, Q&A sessions, and shopping all week through the festival’s official Fan Fair X.

Country Calling

When: October 2 – 3, 2026
Where: Ocean City, MD
Who to See: Lainey Wilson, Rascal Flatts, Dierks Bentley, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert

Known for showcasing over two dozen artists over the course of a weekend, Country Calling is held at Ocean City Inlet Beach in Ocean City, Maryland. This coastal event pulls some of the hottest names on the charts, bringing the honky-tonk energy to the beach just as the weather starts to cool off.

Country Thunder Wisconsin

When: July 16 – 19, 2026
Where: Twin Lakes, WI
Who to See: Gavin Adcock, The Red Clay Strays, Shaboozey

Country Thunder currently holds the title for the largest country music festival brand in North America. The Wisconsin iteration of the event takes place in July and typically boasts a lineup that mixes Grammy-winning superstars with boundary-pushing acts and rising talent. The four-day fest also offers an immersive on-site experience with food, drinks, and local vendors.

Headwaters Country Jam

When: July 23 – 25
Where: Three Forks, MT
Who to See: Gavin Adcock, Wyatt Flores, Clint Black, Midland

This annual Montana fest brings fans together for three days of dancing, camping, and enjoying all the live music offered. At Headwaters Country Jam, festival-goers can expect a mix of legacy acts, rising favorites, and current chart-toppers, all against the dramatic backdrop of the mountains.

Voices of America

When: August 6 – 9, 2026
Where: West Chester, OH
Who to See: Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton, Jordan Davis

Voices of America Country Music Fest draws huge crowds each year to Voice of America MetroPark, located in Ohio’s West Chester Township. With multiple stages and a stacked, multi-day lineup, VOA is known to deliver a high-energy mix of beloved stars and exciting newcomers. Ideal for those who prefer a festival experience that doesn’t require camping, VOA offers ticket and hotel bundles for anyone traveling in.

Country Splash Cabo

When: September 4 – 6, 2026
Where: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Who to See: Riley Green, Jon Pardi, Tucker Wetmore, Dasha

Country Splash Cabo proves that country music’s reach extends beyond the U.S. For three days, multiple beachfront stages host some of the genre’s most exciting names, and visitors can choose between all-inclusive hotel stays, private villas, or pass options only, allowing attendees to create the experience best suited to their ideal Cabo escape.

Gulf Coast Jam

When: May 28 – 31, 2026
Where: Panama City Beach, FL
Who to See: Post Malone, Riley Green, Chris Stapleton, Keith Urban

Gulf Coast Jam transforms Panama City Beach into a four-day country escape, with stages set just steps from the sand and a consistently engaging lineup. Equal parts festival and vacation, Gulf Coast Jam has a reputation as a breezy, beachside atmosphere and crowds ready to enjoy a long weekend of country music’s best.