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Brooks & Dunn, Blake Shelton lead Rock the Country lineup in Ocala

2-day festival features country legends, hip-hop

Rock The Country (rockthecountry.com)

OCALA, Fla. – Rock the Country festival returns to Ocala with two days of epic performances, from country icons to hip-hop hits, all in celebration of 250 years of freedom.

On Aug. 28, country legends Brooks & Dunn will headline the event. The night also features performances by Lauren Alaina, Shenandoah, McCoy Moore, Dalton Davis, Sadie Bass, Connor Hicks, and Emmy Moyen.

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Saturday, Aug. 29, brings another powerhouse headliner: Blake Shelton. The lineup also includes hip-hop artist Ludacris, country singer Mark Chesnutt, Fox N’ Vead, Ashland Craft, Joe Jordan, Kenny Whitmire, and Callie Prince.

New for 2026, the festival introduces The Raised Rowdy Stage, offering fresh sounds and emerging artists. Attendees can also enjoy daily throwback happy hour DJ sets, adding a fun twist to the festival experience.

Rock the Country Set takes place at the Florida Horse Park. Tickets go on sale Friday at 2 p.m.


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