2026 Outlaw Music Festival: Complete Tour Dates & Lineup by City
The 2026 Outlaw Music Festival opens with a bang over the Fourth of July weekend in Willie Nelson's home state of Texas. The July 3 show at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory in Irving features Willie Nelson & Family, Wilco, Sheryl Crow, Lukas Nelson, Stephen Wilson Jr., Margo Price, and Lily Meola. The July 4 celebration at Germania Insurance Amphitheater in Austin adds Billy Strings and Rodney Crowell to that already stacked bill, making it the largest single-day lineup of the tour. July 5 at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands rounds out the Texas dates.
After a six-week summer break, the festival picks back up on August 18 at Hollywood Casino Amphitheater in Maryland Heights, Missouri, just outside St. Louis. The August leg swaps Wilco and Sheryl Crow for The Avett Brothers and Sierra Hull on most dates, giving the second half of the tour a distinctly different musical personality. Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble — featuring the legendary Motown bassist — appear throughout August, adding a soulful dimension to the outlaw proceedings.
The tour's final week is arguably its strongest. August 28 at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater on Long Island reunites The Avett Brothers with Sheryl Crow on the same bill, flanked by Stephen Wilson Jr. and Robert Randolph. August 29 at Bethel Woods — the actual site of the 1969 Woodstock festival — carries profound symbolic weight for a show headlined by a man who has been making music since before that legendary gathering took place. The August 30 finale at SPAC in Saratoga Springs brings the curtain down on what promises to be one of the most memorable Outlaw Festival seasons yet.
Willie Nelson, now 93, shows no signs of slowing down. His 2024 album The Border received critical acclaim, and his live performances continue to draw multi-generational crowds who come for the songs, the stories, and the chance to see a living American treasure. The Outlaw Music Festival is his annual gift to fans who believe that great music belongs outdoors, under open skies, with friends and family.
How to Get Outlaw Music Festival 2026 Tickets
Where are Outlaw Music Festival tickets sold?
Primary tickets went on sale March 27 through Ticketmaster and at individual venue box offices. The official tour website also links to authorized sellers for each date. For sold-out shows or premium seating, verified resale tickets are listed on BigStub, which offers buyer protection and no hidden fees.
Which dates have the best lineups?
The July 4 Austin show is the only date with Billy Strings on the bill alongside Wilco and Sheryl Crow, making it the most loaded single-day lineup. The final three shows (Jones Beach, Bethel Woods, Saratoga) combine The Avett Brothers with Sheryl Crow and Robert Randolph for a powerful closing stretch. Every date features Willie Nelson & Family as headliner.
What kind of venues does the Outlaw Music Festival play?
The entire 2026 tour takes place at large outdoor amphitheaters, ranging from 15,000 to 40,000 capacity. Venues like Alpine Valley Music Theatre, Pine Knob, and Bethel Woods are known for their natural settings and excellent sightlines. Most offer both reserved seating and general admission lawn areas.
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Outlaw Music Festival 2026 FAQ
What are the 2026 Outlaw Music Festival tour dates?
The tour runs July 3-5 in Texas (Irving, Austin, The Woodlands) and August 18-30 across the Midwest and Northeast (Maryland Heights, Shakopee, East Troy, Clarkston, Noblesville, Tinley Park, Wantagh, Bethel, Saratoga Springs).
Who headlines the Outlaw Music Festival?
Willie Nelson & Family headline every date on the 2026 Outlaw Music Festival tour.
Are The Avett Brothers on the 2026 Outlaw tour?
Yes, The Avett Brothers perform on most August dates from Maryland Heights through Saratoga Springs.
Is Sheryl Crow performing at the Outlaw Music Festival in 2026?
Sheryl Crow appears on all three Texas dates in July and the final three Northeast shows in late August.
Is Wilco on the 2026 Outlaw Music Festival lineup?
Yes, Wilco performs on the three July Texas dates and all three Northeast dates in late August.
What is the biggest lineup date on the 2026 tour?
The July 4 show in Austin features the largest bill: Willie Nelson, Billy Strings, Wilco, Sheryl Crow, Lukas Nelson, Stephen Wilson Jr., Margo Price, Rodney Crowell, and Lily Meola.
How old is Willie Nelson in 2026?
Willie Nelson turns 93 in April 2026 and continues to headline the Outlaw Music Festival as one of the most enduring performers in American music history.
What genre is the Outlaw Music Festival?
The festival spans country, Americana, folk, roots rock, and singer-songwriter genres, united by the outlaw spirit of musical independence that Willie Nelson helped pioneer.
Are there lawn seats at Outlaw Music Festival shows?
Most amphitheater venues on the tour offer both reserved seating and general admission lawn areas. Lawn tickets are typically the most affordable option.
When did tickets for the 2026 Outlaw Music Festival go on sale?
Citi Card presale began March 25 and the general public on-sale was March 27 at 10 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.
Where can I find verified Outlaw Music Festival resale tickets?
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