Rock the Country will return to Ocala for a two-day event Aug. 28–29, 2026, at the Florida Horse Park, Peachtree Entertainment announced.
The festival will feature a mix of country and rock headliners, including Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, Lauren Alaina, Ludacris, Mark Chesnutt, Shenandoah and others. The Ocala stop is part of an eight-city national tour in 2026, coinciding with the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Marion County Commission Chairman Carl Zalak III said the event brings significant economic benefits, filling hotels, supporting local businesses and drawing thousands of visitors to the area.
Headline acts will include:
Friday, August 28: Main Stage: Brooks & Dunn, TBA, Lauren Alaina, Shenandoah, McCoy Moore
Raised Rowdy Stage: Dalton Davis, Sadie Bass, Connor Hicks, Emmy Moyen
Saturday, August 29: Main Stage: Blake Shelton, TBA, Ludacris, Mark Chesnutt, Fox N’ Vead
Raised Rowdy Stage: Ashland Craft, Joe Jordan, Kenny Whitmire, Callie Prince
Rock the Country has quickly grown into a national festival celebrating small-town pride, live music and community, with each tour stop featuring a unique lineup.
