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Country Calling announces its star-studded 2026 lineup with Lainey Wilson, Chris Stapleton, and country music superstars headlining. The October 2-3 festival in Ocean City, Maryland, is bringing over 25 artists to three stages. Presale starts April 23 at 10 a.m. ET with guaranteed lowest-priced tickets for one hour only.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Festival Dates: October 2-3, 2026 at Ocean City Inlet and Boardwalk, Maryland
- Presale: Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10 a.m. ET with guaranteed lowest prices for one hour only
- Headliners: Lainey Wilson, Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Rascal Flatts, and Dierks Bentley
- Stage Setup: 25+ artists performing across three stages with Jolly Roger At The Pier inside festival grounds
Country Music’s Biggest Names Unite for Ocean City Beach Bash
Friday, October 2 will feature Lainey Wilson, Rascal Flatts, Dierks Bentley, Russell Dickerson, and Travis Tritt. Saturday, October 3 brings Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Brothers Osborne, Dustin Lynch, and Charley Crockett.
The festival is returning to its two-day format after a successful three-day event in 2025. Fans will enjoy live country music directly on the Ocean City Inlet Beach and boardwalk, blending beach vibes with top-tier performances.
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How to Snag Presale Tickets Before They Vanish
The limited presale begins Thursday, April 23 at 10 a.m. ET on the official website. Presale attendees get guaranteed access to the lowest-priced GA and one-day tickets for exactly one hour. If tickets remain, the general public on-sale follows at 11 a.m. the same day.
To register for the presale passcode, fans must visit CountryCallingFestival.com and sign up. Layaway plans starting at just $25 down are available to help fans spread costs throughout the year.
Complete Festival Lineup and Entertainment Details
| Information | Details |
| Friday Headliners | Lainey Wilson, Rascal Flatts, Dierks Bentley |
| Saturday Headliners | Chris Stapleton, Miranda Lambert, Brothers Osborne |
| Total Artists | Over 25 performers across 3 stages |
| Location | Ocean City Inlet Beach and Boardwalk, Maryland |
Beyond the music, the festival features Jolly Roger At The Pier amusement park located inside the festival grounds, plus boardwalk vendors serving food and drinks. 25+ artists will perform across two beach stages and one boardwalk stage for maximum entertainment options.
“Dust off your boots. We can’t wait to see you next year at Country Calling, October 2-3, 2026 in Ocean City, MD.”
— Country Calling Festival Official, Festival Management
Beach Festival Brings 153,000 Country Fans Each Year
The Country Calling Festival has become Maryland’s premier outdoor music event. The inaugural 2024 edition featured headliners Jelly Roll, Eric Church, Tyler Childers, and Lainey Wilson. The 2025 festival drew massive crowds and cemented the event as a must-attend East Coast celebration.
Attendees enjoy beachfront performances, boardwalk access, family-friendly activities, and local food vendors. The festival runs both days from morning performances through evening headliners.
Will This Year’s Country Calling Lineup Top Previous Festivals?
With five major headliners and 25+ supporting artists, the 2026 lineup is shaping up to rival previous years’ success. Chris Stapleton and Miranda Lambert are two of country music’s biggest award-winners, while Rascal Flatts brings nostalgia appeal.
Lainey Wilson, one of country music’s brightest rising stars, headlines Friday alongside Dierks Bentley and Brothers Osborne. Fans are already buzzing about reuniting with friends, booking hotel rooms through CrewFare’s exclusive festival rates, and marking their calendars for October 2-3.
Sources
- Country Calling Festival Official – Festival dates, lineup, and ticketing information
- DelmarvaNow – Comprehensive 2026 lineup announcement and presale details
- WBOC TV – Breaking lineup announcement with artist confirmations
