Basin Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival Returns for 2nd Year

Annual event features top country acts and Texas barbecue in Midland

Apr. 9, 2026 at 12:53am

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring bold, jagged shapes in warm, earthy tones, capturing the vibrant energy and spirit of a country music and barbecue festival.The Basin Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival returns for its second year, promising a day of live music, mouthwatering barbecue, and community celebration.Midland Today

The 2nd annual Basin Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival is set for this Saturday, April 11th, at the Scharbauer Sports Complex in Midland, Texas. The event will feature barbecue joints from across the state, live music from popular country acts like Whiskey Myers, Wade Bowen, and more, as well as vendors for attendees to shop from.

Why it matters

The Basin Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival has quickly become a must-attend event for music and barbecue lovers in West Texas, drawing crowds from across the region to enjoy top-notch live entertainment and local cuisine in an outdoor festival setting.

The details

This year's festival lineup includes Whiskey Myers, Jesse Joe, Wade Bowen, and Mike Chism and Hollow Point, all selected based on listener feedback and demand. The event is open to all ages and will enforce a clear bag policy, while attendees are encouraged to bring collapsible umbrellas and lawn chairs in case of potential inclement weather.

  • The 2nd annual Basin Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival is this Saturday, April 11, 2026.
  • The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on April 11th.

The players

Gwen

A representative from Lonestar 92.3 radio, who helped curate the festival's music lineup based on listener preferences.

Whiskey Myers

A country music act performing at the festival, who have not played in West Texas for over two years.

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What they’re saying

“We went off listener base, who people wanted to see, as well as how long it had been since artists were in the market.”

— Gwen, Lonestar 92.3 representative

“So come on out, have a great time again if you love live music. If you love to eat and have a good time, this is going to be for you, and I will say this is a rain or shine event, so come what may, we're going to dance anyway.”

— Gwen, Lonestar 92.3 representative

What’s next

Tickets are still available for the 2nd annual Basin Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival, so music and barbecue fans are encouraged to purchase them soon before they sell out.

The takeaway

The Basin Red Dirt BBQ and Music Festival has quickly become a beloved annual tradition in Midland, Texas, bringing together the community to enjoy top-notch live country music, mouthwatering barbecue, and a vibrant festival atmosphere rain or shine.