ROCK THE COUNTRY RETURNS TO ASHLAND, KENTUCKY IN 2026 FOR A PATRIOTIC WEEKEND CELEBRATING AMERICA’S 250TH ANNIVERSARY
Featuring Jelly Roll, Riley Green, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Gavin Adcock, Brantley Gilbert, Aaron Lewis And The Stateliners, Austin Snell, Lauren Alaina, 501 Bryze, Dillon Carmichael & More
July 10-11, 2026 | Boyd County Fairgrounds
PRESALE REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW HERE
ASHLAND, KY (January 12, 2026) – Peachtree Entertainment today announced the return of Rock The Country, A Festival For The People, to Ashland, Kentucky. The two-day event will take place July 10 and 11, 2026 at the Boyd County Fairgrounds, marking a powerful celebration of America’s 250th anniversary through music, community, and patriotism.
The Ashland lineup will feature Jelly Roll, Riley Green, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Gavin Adcock, Brantley Gilbert, Aaron Lewis And The Stateliners, Austin Snell, Lauren Alaina, 501 Bryze, Dillon Carmichael and more, with a stacked two-day schedule showcasing both national headliners and rising artists. Each Rock The Country stop features a unique lineup, making every weekend a one-of-a-kind experience for fans.
Rooted in small-town pride and built for hard-working Americans, Rock The Country has quickly grown into a national movement—uniting communities through music, camaraderie, and a shared love of country and rock. In 2026, the festival will visit eight cities across the U.S., continuing its mission of bringing unforgettable live music experiences to markets often overlooked by traditional touring.
*FULL 2026 ROCK THE COUNTRY ASHLAND, KENTUCKY LINEUP:
FRIDAY, JULY 10:
Main Stage: Jelly Roll, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Brantley Gilbert, Austin Snell, 501 Bryze
Raised Rowdy Stage: Demun Jones, The Jack Wharff Band, CieraTheRapper, Connor Hicks
SATURDAY, JULY 11:
Main Stage: Riley Green, Gavin Adcock, Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners, Lauren Alaina, Dillon Carmichael
Raised Rowdy Stage: Jay Webb, Colton Bowlin, Jesse Howard, Paxton Peay
Each day is hosted by Chelcie Lynn, and will also feature a throwback happy hour DJ set
In 2026, Rock The Country is making a major investment in the fan experience, introducing meaningful upgrades across the festival grounds designed to keep fans comfortable, energized, and fully immersed all weekend long. New additions include expanded shade and cooling throughout the site, a newly built fan zone featuring a second stage presented by Raised Rowdy, and a dedicated food zone showcasing elevated offerings from five or more local food trucks, complete with shaded seating areas for fans to relax and recharge between sets.
VIP guests will enjoy an even more elevated experience with premium food offerings curated by David Bancroft, a nationally recognized chef and winner of Food Network’s Iron Chef Showdown. Inspired by the bold Southern flavors of his acclaimed restaurant Bow & Arrow, these chef-driven dishes will be available for purchase exclusively within the VIP areas.
New for 2026, Rock The Country is also introducing Front Porch festival passes, designed for fans looking for the ultimate all-inclusive weekend. Each Front Porch pass includes seating with elevated sightlines, complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and dinner also curated by Chef David Bancroft, a dedicated festival entrance, a weekend parking pass, and additional premium amenities. With extremely limited availability, Front Porch passes are expected to sell out quickly and are poised to become a fan-favorite experience.
“Bringing Rock The Country back to Ashland in 2026 feels especially meaningful as we celebrate America’s 250th anniversary,” said Nathan Baugh, CEO & Partner of Peachtree Entertainment. “This community showed up in a big way, and we’ve listened closely. We’re investing in what matters most to fans: comfort, connection, and an unforgettable weekend of music.”
In addition to Front Porch and VIP offerings, Rock The Country will offer single-day and weekend General Admission tickets, GA+ passes providing closest access to the stage, hotel packages, and camping options. Presale tickets begin Friday, January 16 at 10am local, starting at just $2.50 down on layaway. Fans can register in advance for presale access at rockthecountry.com. Public on-sale begins Friday, January 16 at 2pm local time, with ticket prices starting at $89.99 plus fees.
As part of its commitment to fans, Rock The South has partnered with StubHub to introduce a safe and secure fan-to-fan ticket exchange, providing access to sold out ticket types and ensuring that if plans change, fans can easily resell or purchase verified tickets directly through the official platform. More details to be announced.
For more information about Rock The Country, including full lineups and ticket details, hotel packages and more, visit rockthecountry.com.
