Expanding on the growing list of upcoming beachside festivals, Country Calling is returning for its third year.
Set on the coast of Ocean City, Maryland, the two-day event offers fans the perfect early autumn weekend from October 2-3. After two successful back-to-back annual shows, the festival announced its highly anticipated lineup today at noon, with Lainey Wilson, Chris Stapleton, Rascal Flatts, Dierks Bentley, and Miranda Lambert set to headline for 2026.
Also joining the numerous stages on the sandy grounds is none other than Russell Dickerson, Travis Tritt, Mitchell Tenpenny, Wyatt Flores, Brothers Osborne, Dustin Lynch, Charley Crockett, Clay Walker, Kaitlin Butts, Jackson Dean, and Rodney Atkins. There are quite a few up-and-coming acts like first-time Album of the Year ACM nominee, Carter Faith, along with Wade Forster, Redferrin, Tyler Nance, Noeline Hofmann, Belles, Elijah Scott, The Jack Wharff Band, and more.
Hosting a variety of country classics, radio staples, and surprisingly, quite a few current red dirt artists, there’s a lot to explore, even beyond the music, including the ‘Jolly Roger At The Pier’ section, which sits at the midpoint of both large stages, hosting numerous games, shops, and rides. Those in attendance can also head off the beach straight to the OCMD boardwalk to explore the three-mile-long strip of amusement attractions and eateries.
Presale will begin this Thursday, April 23, at 10 am ET to access guaranteed lowest price tickets for just one hour only, with public on-sale to follow at 11 am for any tickets remaining. Sign up for an access code now on their site.