Country Cruising 2027 Expands Star-Studded Lineup

New additions include Alana Springsteen, Drake White, and Tiera Kennedy for the weeklong Caribbean cruise.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 5:30pm

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring overlapping, jagged silhouettes in shades of navy, teal, and coral, conveying the diverse lineup of country music artists performing on the Country Cruising 2027 cruise.The expanded 2027 Country Cruising lineup promises an eclectic mix of established stars and rising talents for a week-long Caribbean music festival at sea.Today in Tampa

The seventh edition of the popular 'Country Cruising' music festival has announced an expanded 2027 lineup, adding several rising country stars to the bill. The weeklong cruise will set sail from Tampa, Florida in April 2027, visiting ports in the Western Caribbean.

Why it matters

Country Cruising has become one of the most anticipated annual events for country music fans, offering a unique experience to see top acts perform on a luxury cruise ship. The expanded 2027 lineup signals the continued growth and popularity of the festival, providing more options for attendees to enjoy their favorite artists in a tropical setting.

The details

In addition to previously announced headliners like Randy Travis and Craig Morgan, the 2027 Country Cruising lineup now includes Drake White, Alana Springsteen, Tiera Kennedy, James Otto, KC Johns, Kin Faux, Maggie Baugh, and Mike Miz. The cruise will depart from Tampa, Florida on April 11, 2027 and visit ports in Cozumel, Belize, and Costa Maya over the course of the week-long voyage.

  • Country Cruising 2027 will set sail from Tampa, Florida on April 11, 2027.
  • The cruise is scheduled to run from April 11-18, 2027.

The players

Country Cruising

An annual country music festival that takes place on a cruise ship, now in its seventh edition.

Randy Travis

A legendary country music artist who will be performing on the 2027 Country Cruising cruise as part of his 'More Life Tour'.

Alana Springsteen

A rising country music star who has been added to the 2027 Country Cruising lineup.

Drake White

A country music singer-songwriter who will be performing on the 2027 Country Cruising cruise.

Tiera Kennedy

A country music artist who has been added to the 2027 Country Cruising lineup.

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What’s next

Tickets for Country Cruising 2027 are on sale now on the festival's website.

The takeaway

Country Cruising continues to attract top country music talent, offering fans an unforgettable experience of seeing their favorite artists perform while sailing the Caribbean. The expanded 2027 lineup promises an exciting and diverse musical experience for attendees.