New Country Festival Coming to Buffalo's Outer Harbor

Country Rising Festival to feature up-and-coming country artists at Terminal B this August.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A new one-day country music festival called Country Rising Festival is coming to Buffalo's Outer Harbor at Terminal B this August. The festival will feature a lineup of rising country artists who are redefining the genre, along with line dancing, food, drinks, VIP lounges, and more.

Why it matters

The Country Rising Festival is part of a growing trend of new music festivals coming to Buffalo's Outer Harbor, which has become an increasingly popular venue for live events in recent years. The festival will bring a fresh, contemporary country music lineup to the city and provide another entertainment option for residents and visitors.

The details

The Country Rising Festival will take place on August 28, 2026 at Terminal B in Buffalo's Outer Harbor. The festival will feature a lineup of up-and-coming country artists who have gained popularity in recent years, including rapper BigXthaPlug, known for his collaborations with Nashville artists, as well as singer-songwriters Redferrin and Graham Barham. The festival promises a unique country music experience with line dancing, food, drinks, and VIP lounges.

  • The Country Rising Festival will take place on August 28, 2026.

The players

Country Rising Festival

A one-day country music festival coming to Buffalo's Outer Harbor at Terminal B, featuring a lineup of rising country artists.

BigXthaPlug

A rapper who has released a project with several Nashville country artists.

Redferrin

A singer-songwriter known for his songs 'Just Like Johnny' and 'Stuck'.

Graham Barham

A singer-songwriter known for his song 'Oil Money'.

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What’s next

Tickets for the Country Rising Festival are on sale now.

The takeaway

The Country Rising Festival is part of a growing trend of new music festivals coming to Buffalo's Outer Harbor, providing residents and visitors with more entertainment options and showcasing up-and-coming country artists.