Country Star Chris Stapleton to Headline 2026 Cattle Baron's Ball

The annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society will take place at Southfork Ranch in North Texas.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

Country music superstar Chris Stapleton will headline the 2026 Cattle Baron's Ball, the biggest single-night fundraiser for the American Cancer Society, which has raised over $111 million for cancer research since 1974. The event will be held on October 17 at Southfork Ranch in Parker, Texas, about 25 miles north of Dallas.

Why it matters

The Cattle Baron's Ball is a highly anticipated annual event in the North Texas region, drawing thousands of attendees and featuring top-tier country music acts. Stapleton's headlining performance will help drive awareness and fundraising for the American Cancer Society's important work.

The details

Stapleton, a Kentucky native, is a 12-time Grammy Award winner who has sold over 10 million albums worldwide. His 2015 debut album 'Traveller' was a major commercial success, featuring the hit single 'Tennessee Whiskey.' Stapleton will follow Grapevine-raised rapper-turned-country singer Post Malone's performance at the 2025 Cattle Baron's Ball.

  • The 2026 Cattle Baron's Ball will take place on October 17, 2026.
  • Stapleton's performance will follow Post Malone's show at the 2025 Cattle Baron's Ball.

The players

Chris Stapleton

A country music superstar who has won 12 Grammy Awards, 19 Country Music Association Awards, and 21 Academy of Country Music Awards. He has sold over 10 million albums worldwide.

American Cancer Society

The organizer of the Cattle Baron's Ball, which has raised over $111 million for cancer research since 1974.

Southfork Ranch

The venue for the 2026 Cattle Baron's Ball, located in Parker, Texas, about 25 miles north of Dallas.

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What’s next

Tickets and more information for the 2026 Cattle Baron's Ball will be available at cattlebaronsball.com.

The takeaway

The Cattle Baron's Ball is a longstanding and highly successful fundraiser for the American Cancer Society in North Texas, and Chris Stapleton's headlining performance will help drive awareness and support for this important cause.