The following Country Music Festivals are currently being held in April
- ACM Party for a Cause in Las Vegas, Nevada Postponed
- Coastal Country Jam in Huntington Beach, California (no info for 2020-have reached out to organizers)
- Country Thunder Arizona in Florence, Arizona Postponed
- Tortuga Music Festival in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida Postponed
- Vortex Springs Songwriters Festival in Ponce de Leon, Florida
- Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California Postponed
- Suwanee River Jam in Live Oak, Florida Postponed
- Merle Fest in Wilkesboro, North Carolina Cancelled for 2020
- Palm Coast Songwriters' Festival in Palm Coast, FL
ACM Party for a Cause
Multiple Locations
Las Vegas, NV 89119 |
April 4 - April 5, 2020 (Las Vegas, NV)
ACM Awards scheduled for 04/05/20 has been moved to 09/16/20 ACM Party for a Cause events have raised over $500,000 through ticket proceeds. In total, the Academy of Country Music and ACM Lifting Lives® have a 50-year history of charitable giving, and since 2008 ACM Lifting Lives® has given more than $8 million to more than 150 worthy causes. ACM Lifting Lives® is the philanthropic arm of the Academy of Country Music dedicated to improving lives through the power of music. Through partnerships with artists and strong ties in the music industry, ACM Lifting Lives® funds music health programs while also serving members of the music community who face unexpected hardships through its Diane Holcomb Emergency Relief Fund. With generous donations and the support of artists and fans, ACM Lifting Lives® Sign-up for A-List via the Academy of Country Music. POSTPONED:
The 55th Academy of Country Music Awards scheduled to air live on the CBS Television Network on Sunday, April 5th from Las Vegas is postponed and will be rescheduled to air on CBS in September, at a date, time and venue to be determined. The health and safety of our artists, fans, industry, staff and partners is our number one priority. Refunds will be issued for tickets purchased for the ACM Awards and ACM Party for a Cause events, including ACM Lifting Lives® Topgolf Tee-Off and ACM Beach Bash. Please monitor the ACM website and social accounts for information on how to claim your refund EventsVIP Packages: SOLD OUT
Sunday, April 5, 2020:
ACM AWARDS SHOW - 5PM (Doors 3:30PM) Grand Garden Arena, MGM Grand 3799 Las Vegas Blvd S Las Vegas, NV 89109 (877) 880-0880 PERFORMANCES BY COUNTRY'S BIGGEST STARS, TO BE ANNOUNCED! The 55TH ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS™, Country Music’s Party of the Year®, will broadcast LIVE from MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on Sunday, April 5, 2020 at 8:00 PM ET/delayed PT on CBS. The 55TH ACM Awards, honoring and showcasing the biggest names and emerging talent in country music, will feature exciting performances, unprecedented collaborations, surprising moments and more to be announced in the coming months. TICKETS |
Coastal Country Jam
21601 Pacific Coast Hwy.
Huntington Beach, CA 92646 |
April 6 – April 6, 2019 (Huntington Beach, CA)
(no information available for 2020) Coastal Country Jam Is the Largest Country Music Beach Festival on The West Coast! Taking Place on The Beautiful, Sandy Beaches of Huntington State Beach in Orange County, California! Featuring World Class Country Music Mega Stars + Some of The Best BBQ On the Planet! Complete with Multiple Beach Bars, Cabanas, Bean Bags, Hammocks, Bull Riding, Art Installations and Much More! ARTISTS TBD You can view the 2019 line-up HERE TICKETS TBD |
Country Thunder Arizona
20585 E. Water Way
Florence, AZ 85132 (866) 388-0007 |
April 16 – April 20, 2020 (Florence, AZ)
Country Thunder Arizona in Florence, Arizona scheduled 04/16/20 to 04/20/20 has been moved to 10/29/20 to 11/01/20 Country Thunder is the premier Country Music Festival to roll out in 6 locations across North America. Country Thunder performers have included huge country artists such as Miranda Lambert, Toby Keith, Jason Aldean, Big & Rich, and Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley and Jake Owen only to name a few. Country Thunder's lineup will keep on dazzling spectators and exceeding expectations, so grab a cowboy hat, a RV or tent if you want to camp, and come and enjoy the world's premier country acts with the camaraderie of over 100,000 fans!
Headliners Thursday, April 16: Dustin Lynch Friday, April 17: Luke Combs Saturday, April 18: Kane Brown Sunday, April 19: Eric Church Also Appearing: Travis Denning, Dallas Smith, Meghan Patrick, Filmore, Ashley McBride, Parker McCollum, Paramalee, Seaforth, Drew Parker, Russell Dickerson, Riley Green, Chicks with Hits*, Gabby Barrett, Kameron Marlowe, Chris Janson, Randy Rogers Band, Tenille Townes, Austin Jenckes, Drew Gregory Hosted By: Williams & Ree You can view the current Line-up HERE *Terri Clark, Pam Tillis, Suzy Bogguss
TICKETS
Reserved Seating: SOLD OUT Platinum Experience (4-day): $600
General Admission (4-day): $200 General Admission (single day): $75 per day BUY TICKETS | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Tortuga Music Festival
1100 Seabreeze Blvd
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 |
April 17 – April 19, 2020 (Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
Tortuga Music Festival in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida scheduled for April 17-19 has been postponed until October 2-4, 2020. Music's biggest beach party and also help raise awareness about issues facing our world's oceans! We call Ft. Lauderdale Beach, FL home! Together with Rock The Ocean, #TortugaFest pairs country, rock, and today's top music with meaning by raising awareness about marine conservation and issues affecting the world’s oceans. Also country music's biggest beach party! #TortugaFest ARTISTS Headliners: Luke Bryan, Miranda Lambert, Tim McGraw For most up-to-date information, please visit the official LINEUP page for the Tortuga Music Festival.
TICKETS
3-day General Admission: $239 3- Day VIP: $1,249 Single Day General Admission: $138 SUPER VIP: $1,999 SOLD OUT For more information on what is included and to purchase passes, please visit Tortuga Passes HOTEL packages are now available. |
Vortex Springs Songwriters Festival
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1517 Vortex Springs Lane
Ponce de Leon, FL 32455 (615) 619-2111 |
April 17 - April 19, 2020 (Ponce de Leon, FL)
Head down to Ponce de Leon, Fla. April 17-19 for the first Vortex Springs Songwriter Festival at Vortex Spring Adventures. Throughout this festival fans will enjoy songs written by some of the best writers and artists in country music including. There will also be a songwriting contest with over $1,000 in cash and prizes. Created by Doc & Ruth Dockery, Vortex Spring is the birthplace of the Red & White "Diver Down" Flag and is one of the largest diving facilities in the state of Florida. Vortex Spring Adventures is recognized as one of the best and safest diving resorts in the country. This 500+ acre Resort produces approximately 32 million gallons of crystal clear water daily at a year round temperature of 68 degrees. This resort is packed with experiences for the entire family whether it be scuba diving with their trained and certified instructors, exploring the nature trails, taking a dip in the spring, or sliding down one of the 10 water slides. ARTISTS Max T. Barnes, Wynn Varble, Jim McBryde, Jim (Moose) Brown and Rafe Van Hoy as well as horizon artists Dallas Remington, Kelli Johnson, Matt Wynn, Casey Lambert, Aliie Colleen and Lizzie Cates TICKETS 1-Day General Admission: $39 (plus fees) Silver: $99 (plus fees) Gold: $275 (plus fees) Platinum: $1,674 (plus fees) includes lodging BUY TICKETS |
Stagecoach Festival
Empire Polo Club
Indio, CA 92201 
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April 24 – April 26, 2020 (Indio, CA)
Stagecoach Festival in Indio, California scheduled for April 24-25 has been postponed until October 23-25. The Stagecoach Festival is an outdoor country music festival held at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Various artists attend, whether they be mainstream or relatively unknown, ranging from folk, mainstream country, bluegrass, roots rock, and alternative country. It is the highest-grossing festival centered on country music in the world Stagecoach took place for the first time in 2007. ARTISTS Friday, October 23: Thomas Rhett, Dustin Lynch, Billy Ray Cyrus Lil Nas X, Hardy, Nikki Lane, Raelynn, Paul Cauthen, Ingrid Andress, The Last Bandolero, Seaforth, Willie Jones, Tracksuit Wedding, Whitney Rose, Laci Kaye Booth Saturday, October 24: Carrie Underwood, Old Dominion, Midland, Zz Top, Locash, Tanya Tucker, Jimmie Allen, Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives,• Ryan Bingham, Tenille Townes, Caylee Hammack. Jade Jackson, Temecula Road, Orville Peck, Teddy Robb , Ian Noe, Courtney Marie Andrews Sunday, October 25: Eric Church, Alan Jackson, Jon Pardi, Bryan Adams, Ashley Mcbryde, Neal Mccoy, Shenandoah, Gabby Barrett, Pam Tillis, Niko Moon, Hayes Carll, Brandon Ratcliff, Hailey Whitters, The Haden Triplets, Desure NOTE: Lineups are subject to change. Exact times will be set closer to the Festival Dates. For most up-to-date information, visit the official LINEUP page for the Stagecoach Festival. TICKETS (prices do NOT include fees) ALL PASSES INCLUDE: A single wristband granting access to the festival for all three (3) days. You may wander from stage to stage and experience other activities such as the Honkytonk Dance Hall, Half-Pint Hootenanny, delicious BBQ and more. General Admission: Tier 1: $319 - SOLD OUT Tier 2: $349 Tier 3: $375 Tier 1 & Shuttle Combo: $379 - SOLD OUT Tier 2 & Shuttle Combo: $409 Corral: C1: $1299 C2: $829 Standing Pit: $1299 For details on what is included and to purchase tickets, visit the Official Stagecoach Festival web-site. Camping and Travel Packages available. Click HERE for more info. BUY TICKETS 
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Suwanee River Jam
9379 County Road 132
Live Oak, FL 32060 (386) 364-1683 |
April 29-May 2, 2020 (Live Oak, FL)
Suwanee River Jam in Live Oak, Florida scheduled 04/29/20 to 05/02/20 has been moved to 09/30/20 to 10/03/20 Located just north of Live Oak, the Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park is a one-of-a-kind music park and premier campground nestled on the shady banks of the historic, tea-colored Suwannee River in North Florida. The Spirit of the Suwannee is proud to host a variety of events throughout the year. The Suwannee River Jam tradition includes two stages of performances over four days, thousands and thousands of excited fans holding reunions with family and friends, barbecues, golf cart parades, hiking, jam sessions all over the park around campfires into the early morning hours, canoe trips on the famous Suwannee River at the SOSMP, bicycling, trying out all the festival foods, shopping the vendors and Arts and Crafts Village’s quaint stores and visiting the SOS Café and Restaurant where the walls are hand-painted in rustic Suwannee River scenes. During the Jam, fans come from near and far to hear and see country artists, get their photos taken with their favorite artist during fan club meet and greets while making new friends and jamming to the sounds of America’s best country music artists. The fun is indescribable, the experience can be life-changing and the memories…well, the memories last a lifetime and are re-visited often. Weddings are not uncommon as a result of two people meeting at the Jam and falling in love…and the chapel is always ready over on Rees Lake so the happy couple can tie the knot! Shucks, the SOSMP even has someone who can perform the ceremony at a moment’s notice! Just be sure you’ve got the license in advance! ARTISTS Toby Keith, Randy Houser, LoCash, Billy Ray Cyrus, Craig Morgan, Joe Diffie, Maddie & Tae, Parmalee, David Allan Coe, Avenue Beat, Channing Wilson TICKETS Gold VIP with Seating – Advance Price $400. Gate Price $450. There is limited Gold VIP with Seating available. Please call the Park Office at 386/364-1683 to reserve your seat. Gold VIP Pit Pass – Advance Price $400. Gate Price $450. Silver VIP with Seating – Advance Price $200. Gate Price $250. There is limited Silver VIP with Seating available. Please call the Park Office at 386/364-1683 to reserve your seat. General Admission: $120 See the web-site for other ticket and camping options. BUY TICKETS |
MerleFest
1328 S. Collegiate Drive
Wilkesboro, NC 28697 (800) 343-7856 |
SAVE THE DATE: April 29 – May 2, 2021 (Wilkesboro, North Carolina)
MerleFest, considered one of the premier music festivals in the country, serves as an annual homecoming for musicians and music fans. Held on the campus of Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, North Carolina, MerleFest was founded in 1988 in memory of the late Eddy Merle Watson, son of American music legend Doc Watson. MerleFest is a celebration of ‘traditional plus’ music, a unique mix of music based on the traditional, roots-oriented sounds of the Appalachian region, including bluegrass and old-time music, and expanded to include Americana, country, blues, rock and many other styles. The festival hosts numerous artists, performing on 13 stages during the course of the four-day event. The annual event has become the primary fundraiser for the WCC Foundation, funding scholarships, capital projects and other educational needs. We are about the MUSIC, MOMENTS and MEMORIES! NOTE: This event was not held in 2020 due to COVID-19. |
Palm Coast Songwriter's Festival
3000 Palm Coast PKWY SE
Palm Coast, FL 32137 |
April 30-May 3, 2020 (Palm Coast, FL)
Unlike other musical festivals where audience members listen to song after song from a full band, the Palm Coast Songwriters Festival provides a unique, more intimate experience between the artist and the listener as the songwriters will often share the meaning behind their lyrics. For the 2020 festival, more than 25 artists will be performing. This 4-day event allows the audience to go ‘behind the curtain’ and see the faces and hear the songs and stories behind some of the most popular songs of yesteryear and playing on the radio today. These artists will be performing their hits for festival attendees. In 2019, Grammy-nominated, platinum selling, billboard hit songwriters from Nashville treated local guests and many attendees from out of town to awesome performances and insights into their music during the second annual Palm Coast Songwriters Festival in May. Thank you to everyone who came to the festival! We appreciate the artists, our sponsors and partners and the fans who made the Palm Coast Songwriters Festival 2019 unforgettable. We look forward to seeing everyone this year with our expanded lineup of HIT songwriters ARTISTS Bobby Pinson, Bridgette Tatum, Brock Berryhill, Casey Beathard, Karen Staley, Kent Blazy, Sarah Beth Terry, Steve Azar, Taylor Phillips, Yesterday's Wine, Thom Shepherd, Coley McCabe, Leslie Satcher, Anthony Smith, Jeffrey Steele, Jesse Rice, James Slater, Brett Jones, Chris Wallin, Tyler Reeve, Kylie Sackley, Ira Dean, J.R. Ward, Kelley Lovelace, Paul Overstreet, Trent Tomlinson SHOW SCHEDULE TICKETS Covered Seating: $60 Lawn Seating: $20 Single Day Tickets also available. BUY TICKETS |
