Southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd and post-grunge hitmakers Creed are confirmed performers on the 2026 edition of the Rock the Country tour, a multi-city festival series that blends big-name acts with community-oriented live music across smaller U.S. venues. The touring festival launched in 2024 and continues to bring major rock and country artists to towns that often fall outside typical arena circuits.
After its initial pair of headliners in 2024, Rock the Country has grown into a summer fixture, mixing well-known performers with up-and-coming names and emphasizing live music as a communal experience. In social-media posts from previous years, headlining artists have described the tour as more than just a festival — a gathering where music, camaraderie and community pride come together over memorable performances.
For 2026, Rock the Country maintains its mission of bringing big shows to small towns across the United States, with a diverse roster of artists that spans multiple rock and country styles. Lynyrd Skynyrd returns for its third consecutive year on the tour, reinforcing its enduring appeal and deep catalog of Southern rock classics. Alongside Skynyrd and Creed, 2026’s lineup includes names such as:
- Shinedown
- Jelly Roll
- The Marshall Tucker Band
- Brantley Gilbert
- Miranda Lambert
- Uncle Kracker
and many others — though the exact roster varies by city and date.
The rotating artist list at each stop ensures that fans get a slightly different experience at every venue, with combinations of rock, country, and crossover performers designed to appeal to a broad audience.
2026 ‘Rock the Country’ Tour Schedule
The tour spans late spring through early fall, hitting major fairgrounds and amphitheaters as it travels:
- May 1–2 — Bellville, TX @ Austin County Fairgrounds
- May 29–30 — Bloomingdale, GA @ Ottawa Farms
- June 27–28 — Sioux Falls, SD @ W.H. Lyon Fairgrounds
- July 10–11 — Ashland, KY @ Boyd County Fairgrounds
- July 25–26 — Anderson, SC @ Anderson Sports & Ent Center
- August 8–9 — Hastings, MI @ Barry Expo Center
- August 28–29 — Ocala, FL @ Florida Horse Park
- September 11–12 — Hamburg, NY @ Erie County Fairgrounds
Each two-day stop combines headline performances with support acts, interactive fan zones and local food offerings — enhancing the sense of community celebration at every venue.
