2026 Country Calling is set to make its return for a third consecutive year, bringing another weekend of live music to the shores of Ocean City, Maryland. Scheduled for October 2–3, 2026, the two-day festival will once again take over the Ocean City Inlet, offering a coastal backdrop for a packed lineup of country talent.
Leading this year’s event are Lainey Wilson, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Rascal Flatts, and Dierks Bentley. They’ll be joined by a wide mix of established names and rising artists, including Brothers Osborne, Dustin Lynch, Travis Tritt, Russell Dickerson, Mitchell Tenpenny, Wyatt Flores, Charley Crockett, Clay Walker, Rodney Atkins, Jackson Dean, and Kaitlin Butts.
The festival also highlights emerging performers such as Carter Faith, Wade Forster, Redferrin, Tyler Nance, Noeline Hofmann, Belles, Elijah Scott, The Jack Wharff Band, Jimmy Charles, and Sons of Habit, offering fans a chance to discover newer voices alongside familiar favorites.
Spread across three stages—two on the sand and one along the boardwalk—the event promises a blend of classic hits, radio staples, and newer country sounds. Beyond the music, attendees can explore attractions like the “Jolly Roger At The Pier” area, featuring rides, games, and shopping, or take a stroll along the nearby three-mile boardwalk filled with food and entertainment options.
Tickets go on presale Thursday, April 23 at 10 a.m. ET for one hour, offering the lowest available prices. Any remaining passes will be released to the general public at 11 a.m. ET the same day.
For the full 2026 Country Calling lineup, head HERE.
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