Riley Green, Justin Moore, Lauren Alaina to Kick Off Carolina Country Music Festival 2026

Headliners include Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, and Post Malone for the 4-day event in Myrtle Beach.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 11:36am

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The 2026 Carolina Country Music Festival is set for June 4-7 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, with a lineup featuring some of the biggest names in country music. Riley Green, Justin Moore, and Lauren Alaina will kick off the 4-day festival, which will also feature headliners Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, and Post Malone.

Why it matters

The Carolina Country Music Festival has become one of the premier country music events, drawing tens of thousands of fans to Myrtle Beach each year. The 2026 lineup features an impressive mix of established superstars and rising talents, making it a must-attend event for country music fans.

The details

The festival will feature over 40 performers across multiple stages throughout the 4-day event. In addition to the headliners, the lineup includes Cole Swindell, Chris Janson, Tracy Lawrence, Flatland Cavalry, Tucker Wetmore, Dasha, Rodney Atkins, Ashley Cooke, Drew Baldridge, Drake White, and Emily Ann Roberts. American Idol finalist Slater Nalley will also take the stage after signing a record deal with Warner Music Nashville.

  • The Carolina Country Music Festival will take place June 4-7, 2026.
  • Riley Green, Justin Moore, and Lauren Alaina will kick off the festival on June 4.

The players

Riley Green

A rising country music star known for hits like 'Worst Way'.

Justin Moore

A country music veteran with multiple #1 hits on the country charts.

Lauren Alaina

A country singer-songwriter and former American Idol contestant.

Blake Shelton

A 10-time CMA Award winner and one of the biggest names in country music.

Luke Bryan

A country music superstar known for hits like 'Country Girl (Shake It For Me)'.

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What they’re saying

“We've got two of the hottest artists in country right now — Post Malone and Riley Green — alongside two of the genre's biggest mainstays, Luke Bryan and Blake Shelton. From global superstars to artists on the rise, we're bringing together an incredible mix of talent for four unforgettable days on the beach.”

— Bob Durkin, Festival CEO

What’s next

Tickets for the 2026 Carolina Country Music Festival are on sale now. Fans can purchase passes for individual days or the full 4-day event.

The takeaway

The 2026 Carolina Country Music Festival is shaping up to be one of the must-attend country music events of the year, with a diverse lineup of established stars and rising talents performing over four days in the beautiful setting of Myrtle Beach.