iHeartMedia has announced the return of the iHeartCountry Festival Presented by Capital One, scheduled for May 2, 2026. The thirteenth edition of the annual event will take place at the Moody Center in Austin, Texas, and will feature performances from country music artists such as Kane Brown, Parker McCollum, Riley Green, Shaboozey, Dylan Scott, Russell Dickerson, Gretchen Wilson, Chase Matthew and Lauren Alaina. Bobby Bones, a nationally syndicated on-air personality for iHeartMedia’s country stations, will host the festival.
Rod Phillips, Executive Vice President of Programming for iHeartCountry said: “We can’t wait for fans to experience this year’s incredible lineup, all coming together for one unforgettable night at Moody Center in Austin. It’s always amazing to see the energy and excitement in the crowd when so many great artists share the iHeartCountry stage.”
Capital One cardholders are offered early access to presale tickets beginning January 20 through January 22. They also have an option to purchase a Capital One Access Pass that includes entry to a private pre-show party with a performance by Parker McCollum and complimentary refreshments. Presale details are available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne.
Tickets for the general public go on sale January 23 via Ticketmaster.com.
The festival will be broadcast live across iHeartCountry radio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app starting at 8 p.m. ET on May 2.
Amit Desai, Senior Director of Sponsorships and Experiential Marketing at Capital One stated: “Our cardholders have an undeniable passion for live music, particularly country music. We’re excited to bring them closer to the action at the iHeartCountry Festival. Between early ticket presales and special performances, we are proud to offer our cardholders exclusive access to the unforgettable musical moments they love.”
The festival is part of iHeartMedia’s series of national events which include other major productions such as the iHeartRadio Music Festival Presented by Capital One and iHeartRadio Music Awards.
This year’s partners include presenting partner Capital One along with Bobcat and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital among others yet to be announced.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is designated as this year’s benefiting charity partner. The country music community encourages fans to support St. Jude’s efforts against childhood cancer by becoming a Partner in Hope through donations that help ensure families do not receive bills for treatment or related expenses.
