Country music is bringing some of its biggest names to Florida through the rest of 2026, with a wave of concerts and festivals hitting the Sunshine State from July through November. Rock the Country returns to Ocala’s Florida Horse Park on August 28 and 29, 2026, with Brooks & Dunn and Blake Shelton headlining separate nights. Cody Johnson plays VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville on July 25, bringing his traditional country roots to a city hungry for it. St. Pete Country Fest returns November 20 through 22 to Vinoy Park in downtown St. Petersburg. Florida is becoming one of the most active country music markets in the United States, and the second half of 2026 proves it.
Rock the Country Returns to Ocala, Florida: August 28 to 29, 2026
Rock the Country’s Ocala stop on August 28 and 29 at Florida Horse Park (11008 S Hwy 475, Ocala, FL 34480) is the most anticipated Florida country music event of the summer. The two-day festival bills itself as “a festival for the people” and delivers on that with weekend ticket pricing starting at $149.99, camping on-site, and a lineup that spans country music’s past and present. Friday August 28 is headlined by Brooks & Dunn, with Lauren Alaina, Shenandoah, McCoy Moore, Dalton Davis, Sadie Bass, Connor Hicks, and Emmy Moyen rounding out the day. Saturday August 29 brings Blake Shelton, Mark Chesnutt, Fox N’ Vead, Ashland Craft, Joe Jordan, Kenny Whitmire, and Callie Prince. The combination of country legends and rising acts makes this one of the most well-constructed lineups Florida will see all year. Tickets are available at rockthecountry-ocala.frontgatetickets.com.
Cody Johnson in Jacksonville: July 25, 2026
Cody Johnson brings his Banks of the Trinity album tour to VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena in Jacksonville on July 25, 2026. The Banks of the Trinity album, released June 26, 2026, is Johnson’s ninth studio record and continues his reputation as one of traditional country music’s most committed voices. Johnson’s live shows are known for their intensity and crowd connection, built over years of honky-tonk stages before arenas came calling. Jacksonville’s VyStar is a 15,000-capacity arena, and a Johnson crowd at that venue will be one of Florida’s must-see country nights this summer. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.
St. Pete Country Fest: November 20 to 22, 2026
St. Pete Country Fest returns to Vinoy Park in downtown St. Petersburg from November 20 through 22, 2026, offering three days of country music against the backdrop of Tampa Bay. The waterfront location gives this festival a visual identity that sets it apart from standard amphitheater shows. The city’s arts district, restaurants, and nightlife are walkable from the venue, making the weekend more than just a concert experience. St. Pete Country Fest has grown steadily since its launch and now stands as Florida’s premier fall country destination. The 2026 lineup will be announced in the coming months. Keep an eye on the official festival site for updates.
Frequently Asked: What country music festivals are coming to Florida in summer 2026?
Rock the Country is the flagship summer country music festival coming to Florida in 2026, running August 28 and 29 at Florida Horse Park in Ocala. It features Brooks & Dunn and Blake Shelton headlining separate nights, with weekend tickets starting at $149.99. Cody Johnson also plays Jacksonville’s VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena on July 25. For fall, St. Pete Country Fest returns to Vinoy Park in St. Petersburg November 20 through 22, 2026.
The Florida Country Scene Is Building Toward Something Big
What these events reflect is a larger trend: Florida is becoming a year-round destination for country music fans. The state draws touring artists because of its consistent weather, large amphitheater and arena infrastructure, and a fanbase that shows up. Events like Rock the Country Ocala, Cody Johnson in Jacksonville, and St. Pete Country Fest demonstrate that Florida’s appetite for live country music is not a seasonal spike. It is a permanent feature of the state’s entertainment calendar. Country music festivals Florida 2026 fans have had a full year of options, and the calendar is only growing.
- July 25, 2026: Cody Johnson, VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, Jacksonville, FL
- August 28, 2026: Rock the Country Ocala Day 1 (Brooks & Dunn, Lauren Alaina), Florida Horse Park, Ocala, FL
- August 29, 2026: Rock the Country Ocala Day 2 (Blake Shelton, Mark Chesnutt), Florida Horse Park, Ocala, FL
- November 20 to 22, 2026: St. Pete Country Fest, Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg, FL
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Sources & References
- Rock the Country Official Site – Ocala, FL August 28 to 29, 2026
- JamBase – Rock the Country Ocala FL 2026 Lineup and Tickets
- Ocala/Marion County Florida – Rock the Country 2026
- Ticketmaster – Cody Johnson Tickets and Tour Dates 2026
- Florida Marvels – Best Country Concerts in Florida 2026: Dates, Tickets, and Lineups
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Last updated: June 14, 2026 · Sunset Country Fest Editorial Team · Contact Us