06/17/2026
The Rock the Country music festival in Ocala is happening on August 28–29, 2026.Event OverviewThe massive, two-day outdoor music festival will take place at the Florida Horse Park.Friday, August 28 Lineup: Headlined by Brooks & Dunn, featuring Lauren Alaina, Shenandoah, McCoy Moore, Dalton Davis, Sadie Bass, Connor Hicks, and Emmy Moyen.Saturday, August 29 Lineup: Headlined by Blake Shelton, featuring Ludacris, Mark Chesnutt, Fox N' Vead, Ashland Craft, Joe Jordan, Kenny Whitmire, and Callie Prince.Activities: The festival features local vendors, merchandise stands, food, drinks, and onsite games like cornhole.Tickets: Options include single-day passes, weekend general admission, and VIP packages, which can be purchased on the official Rock the Country Ocala Page. Weekend tickets start around $149.99.Also Happening This WeekIf you are looking for live country music sooner, Ocala's Bull Bash & Country Music Festival is happening this weekend on Saturday, June 20, 2026. It features a professional bull riding competition followed by a live concert from multi-platinum country artist Gary Allan.Where: Southeastern Livestock PavilionTimeline: Parking opens at 3:30 PM, gates open at 4:30 PM, the bull riding kicks off at 7:00 PM, and Gary Allan takes the stage at approximately 8:40 PM.Tickets: Available online through the official event page on Ocala Marion Tourism.
