Just when you thought Country Thunder Wisconsin was musically maxed out, Country Thunder - the largest Country music festival brand in North America – has added even more firepower to its 2026 lineup.

Set for July 16-19 at Shadow Hill Ranch in Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, dozens of new performances were just added into an already jam-packed schedule, with the Lake Stage presented by 102.3 the Coyote joining four unforgettable days of music, camping, and community at Country Thunder Wisconsin 2026.

Designed to keep the Country music going all day and deep into the night, the Lake Stage will spotlight the next generation of local talent with more than 20 up-and-coming artists from the Wisconsin region and beyond taking the stage throughout the weekend, alongside the previously announced Songwriters Showcase presented by American Songwriter.

Highlight performers include some of the most buzzworthy bands and artists in the Midwest today, with local favorites like Chad Carlson, RIPLOCK, Lola Blu, and Burn n Bush on the bill. Roseland, Austin Hopkins, Mac O'Brien, Lara Bell, and Bootjack Road will also thrill the hometown crowd, and they’ll be joined by newcomers from around the nation. Indiana’s Nate Venturelli, Nashville-based Chicago talent Kelly Daniels, and Virginia-born riser SJ McDonald will all be on hand – and so will national touring and recording artist Noah Hicks, who returns to Country Thunder Wisconsin to perform hits like “Dirt On It,” and “I Can Tell You’re Small Town.”

Here’s the complete Country Thunder Wisconsin 2026 Lake Stage Lineup:

Headlined by Gavin Adcock, Riley Green, Keith Urban, and The Red Clay Strays, Country Thunder Wisconsin 2026 boasts an all-star roster featuring Country’s most celebrated artists and fastest-rising newcomers. Along with boundary-pushing hitmakers like Gretchen Wilson, Mark Chesnutt, Ian Munsick, Nate Smith, and Shaboozey, the festival will also showcase breakout talent like George Birge, Dasha, Corey Kent, Gabriella Rose, Mae Estes, and more.

Beyond its powerhouse lineup, Country Thunder Wisconsin also promises a next-level camping experience set against the wide-open backdrop of Shadow Hill Ranch. Festival-goers can choose from a wide range of camping options, including Tent Camping, Crown Camping, Glamping, and more. For added convenience, campers can even reserve private port-a-potties for their site. A weekend wristband is required for campground access.

New for 2026, the Buckin’ Thunder Pro Bull Riding Event will bring even more high-adrenaline action to the weekend, taking over Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 17-19. Hosted in partnership with Big Hat Rodeo, the sanctioned bull riding event will feature professional cowboys competing for prize money, riding under the same Big Hat Rodeo banner which has been producing rodeos across the Midwest for 106 years.

Fans can get big savings on their ticket purchase by visiting the festival’s retail partners. Simply buy tickets for Country Thunder Wisconsin 2026 at participating Walgreens or Menards locations, and save up to $75 on the total cost. 

Single day and weekend passes are available now. 

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ABOUT COUNTRY THUNDER MUSIC FESTIVALS:
Country Thunder Music Festivals thrives as the world’s preeminent Country music festival brand. Led by President and C.E.O. Troy Vollhoffer since 2005, it continues to set the tone for Country music and culture. This global powerhouse encompasses annual multi-day events in six major markets across two countries, earning “Festival of the Year” at the ACM Awards three times and entertaining millions of fans to date. Its stages have welcomed GRAMMY® Award-winning generational superstars, genre-busting trailblazers, and rising talent alike. Beyond boasting a reputation for once-in-a-lifetime collaborations, it has perennially provided a launchpad for breaking acts. Between those powerhouse performances, each location features an immersive concourse consisting of numerous cuisine and beverage options, local vendors, and various attractions. Dubbed “a pillar of country festival culture” by Holler., American Songwriter has hailed it as “a country music lover’s dream,” while The Tennessean summed it up best, “For three decades, the Country Thunder brand has succeeded in offering fans top-tier performances.” The brand’s festivals include Saskatchewan, Arizona, Wisconsin, Alberta, and Florida. As always, Country Thunder Music Festivals embodies the past, present, and future of Country music and so much more.

ABOUT COUNTRY THUNDER WISCONSIN:
With a storied history as the epicenter of Country music in America’s heartland, Country Thunder Wisconsin is one of the nation’s leading music festivals, which in 2026 will celebrate 30 years of fun. Held at Shadow Hill Ranch in the lush rolling hills of Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, breathtaking backdrops and unforgettable performances have made Country Thunder Wisconsin a premiere destination for music, camping, and community, with roots dating back to 1996. Now one of the most anticipated events in Country Thunder calendar – the largest Country music festival brand in North America – the annual four-day summertime fest was transformed into the “biggest party in the Midwest” by visionary CEO Troy Vollhoffer, who took over Country Thunder in 2009. Since then Country Thunder Wisconsin has welcomed more than 1 million fans through its gates and been honored as “Festival of the Year” by the Academy of Country Music, pairing superstar lineups with world-class attractions, and some of the best camping in the United States. Its superstar alumni include Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Jelly Roll, Toby Keith, Blake Shelton, Dierks Bentley, Miranda Lambert, Brad Paisley, Keith Urban, Tim McGraw, Chris Stapleton, and many more. After 30 years, the crown jewel of Country music in the Midwest returns on July 16-19, headlined by Gavin Adcock, Riley Green, Keith Urban, and The Red Clay Strays.

 

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