The Outlaw Music Festival Announces Its Highly Anticipated 2026 Tour Schedule Including Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Lukas Nelson, Stephen Wilson Jr., Sierra Hull And Don Was And The Pan-Detroit Ensemble At Pine Knob Music Theatre Saturday, August 22

“UNDOUBTEDLY THE MOST EXCITING/ECLECTIC

MULTI-ARTIST FESTIVAL OF THE 2025 SUMMER” – ROLLING STONE

(DETROIT – March 24, 2026) – Willie Nelson, Mark Rothbaum, Keith Wortman, Blackbird Presents, and Live Nation proudly announce the return of the 2026 Outlaw Music Festival Tour as it enters its second decade on the road. Following last year's milestone 10th anniversary, which Rolling Stone hailed as "undoubtedly the most exciting and eclectic multi-artist festival of the 2025 summer amphitheater season by a wide margin," the festival ushers in a new era, continuing its tradition of unforgettable music and community that has made it a true cultural phenomenon.

Headlining this special limited run is once again the legendary Willie Nelson. With fewer appearances on the road this year, each night carries added significance — a rare chance to experience a living legend alongside a powerhouse lineup of iconic voices and next-generation trailblazers. The Festival is set to appear at Pine Knob Music Theatre on Saturday, August 22 at 3:20 p.m. Pine Knob Music Theatre is presented by Proud Partners United Wholesale Mortgage, Trinity Health and Ally.

Tickets go on sale on Friday, March 27 at 10 a.m. at 313Presents.com, LiveNation.com, OutlawMusicFestival.com and Ticketmaster.com. VIP packages will be available, offering great seats and exclusive festival merchandise. Citi is the official card of the 2026 Outlaw Music Festival Tour. Citi card members will have early access to presale tickets, available today through Thursday, March 26 until 10 p.m. local time via the Citi Entertainment program. For detailed presale information, visit citientertainment.com.

The tour, which kicks off on July 3 in Irving, Texas, features Willie Nelson & Family, The Avett Brothers, Sheryl Crow, Wilco, Lukas Nelson, Stephen Wilson Jr., Margo Price, Sierra Hull, Robert Randolph, Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble, and Lily Meola.

The tour also includes Willie's annual Fourth of July Picnic, which will feature special guests Billy Strings and Rodney Crowell.

"Being on the road and playing for the fans is what I love to do. We don't get to do as many shows as we used to, so every night out there means a little more. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone and making it a special time." – Willie Nelson

The first Outlaw Music Festival debuted in 2016 in Scranton, PA. The sold-out show was so popular that Blackbird, Rothbaum, and Nelson have made it one of North America's biggest annual touring franchises. Musicians such as Chris Stapleton, Neil Young, Luke Combs, Van Morrison, ZZ Top, Eric Church, Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow, Tyler Childers, Sturgill Simpson, The Avett Brothers, and many more have been a part of the Outlaw Tour, sharing unforgettable music memories and unique vendor villages with local food, drinks, and shopping at Live Nation amphitheaters nationwide.

For complete tour details, please visit outlawmusicfestival.com.