Grammy Winner Sierra Ferrell Announces Big 2026 'Heavy Petal' Tour

The 37-year-old Americana artist will hit the road for a 33-date tour across Europe and North America.

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Coming off a huge Grammy weekend that saw her take home four awards, Americana artist Sierra Ferrell has announced a 5-month, 33-date 'Heavy Petal' Tour. The tour will cover both Europe and North America, kicking off on May 30 and running through October 23. Ferrell got her start singing Shania Twain covers in bars in her native West Virginia before joining a Grateful Dead cover band that later evolved into a roots jam band. She self-released her first two albums before signing with Rounder Records in 2019 and releasing her critically acclaimed fourth album, Trail of Flowers, in 2024.

Why it matters

Ferrell's success highlights the continued growth and popularity of the Americana music genre, which blends elements of country, folk, blues, and rock. Her ability to crossover and collaborate with artists from various genres also demonstrates the versatility and appeal of her sound. The tour announcement comes on the heels of her Grammy sweep, further solidifying her status as a rising star in the music industry.

The details

The 'Heavy Petal' Tour will see Ferrell perform 33 dates across Europe and North America over a 5-month period. The tour will kick off on May 30 in Portland, Oregon and wrap up on October 23 in Nashville, Tennessee. Along the way, Ferrell will make stops in cities like Spokane, Washington; Chicago, Illinois; Manchester, UK; Paris, France; and Bentonville, Arkansas. The tour will also include several festival appearances, such as the Roskilde Festival in Denmark and the Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion in Tennessee.

  • The 'Heavy Petal' Tour will kick off on May 30, 2026.
  • The tour will run through October 23, 2026.

The players

Sierra Ferrell

A 37-year-old Americana artist who got her start singing Shania Twain covers in bars in her native West Virginia before joining a Grateful Dead cover band that later evolved into a roots jam band. Ferrell self-released her first two albums before signing with Rounder Records in 2019 and releasing her critically acclaimed fourth album, Trail of Flowers, in 2024.

Gary Paczosa

A producer who has worked with artists like Dolly Parton and Allison Krauss, and helped Ferrell sign with Rounder Records in 2019.

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What’s next

Artist presale for the tour will begin Tuesday, February 10, at 10 a.m. (EST) through Ticketmaster. General onsale will then begin on Thursday, February 12, at 10 a.m. (EST).

The takeaway

Sierra Ferrell's 'Heavy Petal' Tour announcement comes on the heels of her Grammy sweep, further solidifying her status as a rising star in the Americana music genre. Her ability to crossover and collaborate with artists from various genres demonstrates the versatility and appeal of her sound, which continues to captivate audiences and earn critical acclaim.