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Rock The Country 2026 Comes to Ocala: Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, and More
This is a events & entertainment news article published on 2026-02-18 covering local Marion County, Florida news. One of country music's hottest touring festivals returns to Ocala on August 28–29, 2026 at Florida Horse Park with Blake Shelton, Brooks & Dunn, Lauren Alaina, and more.
Ocala is getting one of country music's biggest touring festivals in 2026. Rock The Country — billed as "A Festival For The People" — returns to Marion County on August 28–29, 2026, bringing a powerhouse two-day lineup to Florida Horse Park and delivering the kind of major live music event that confirms Ocala's growing status as a destination on the national entertainment circuit.
The Lineup
The Ocala edition of Rock The Country features headliners that represent the full sweep of country music history and contemporary stardom:
- Day 1 (August 28) — Brooks & Dunn: The best-selling country duo in history returns to the stage with a catalog of iconic hits spanning three decades. With 20 #1 singles, two CMA Entertainer of the Year awards, and a legacy that defines modern country music, Brooks & Dunn remain one of the most compelling live acts in any genre.
- Day 2 (August 29) — Blake Shelton: The Oklahoma superstar and longtime Voice coach brings his warm, authentic brand of country rock to Ocala. With hits including "God's Country," "Austin," and "Ol' Red," Shelton is one of the most beloved figures in contemporary country music.
- Additional acts include: Lauren Alaina, Shenandoah, and more to be announced
Event Details
- Dates: August 28–29, 2026
- Venue: Florida Horse Park, 11008 S Hwy 475, Ocala, FL 34480
- Tickets: Available at rockthecountry-ocala.frontgatetickets.com
About Rock The Country
Rock The Country is a multi-city touring festival concept built around bringing major country music acts to mid-sized American cities that typically don't get marquee festival bookings. The 2026 tour is an 8-city national run that coincides with America's 250th anniversary celebration, giving the event an added patriotic significance.
The Florida Horse Park is one of Ocala's premier event venues — a fitting home for a festival that celebrates both the music and the spirit of American country life. The park's open grounds and established event infrastructure can handle the scale that Rock The Country demands.
Purchase tickets early — events of this caliber in Ocala sell out. Check our events calendar for more major upcoming events in Marion County.