ROCK The Country Music Festival

The Sioux Empire's ROCK Station has more FREE TICKETS comin' in 2025!!!

Congrats to TODD JOHNSON - Grand Prize Winner & snagged a PAIR of GA PLUS WEEKEND Passes

For more information please see our Contest Rules.

BRAD STOMBAUGH, CURTIS THORSON, KRISTINA SFERRAZZA & MATT GILLITZER all won a pair of GA Weekend Passes

KID ROCK & NICKELBACK are HeadLining the weekend

AARON LEWIS is also playin' with The Stateliners

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Sioux Falls, SD (November 12, 2024)- Rock The Country, the two-day event - A Festival For We The People - will be coming to Sioux Falls, SD on July 18-19, 2025, as the major country festival makes its official road trip across the country. Stopping in 10 cities along the way, Sioux Falls will mark the ninth stop of the summer. 2025 is going to be a year that will go down in history, as Rock The Country will be bringing the best of both worlds together in uniting the country legend, Kid Rock, and the ultimate rockstars, Nickelback. With the country and rock genres joining forces, Rock The Country will truly be rocking the country all summer long. 

Headlining ALL ten Rock The Country festivals are none other than rock legends themselves—Nickelback, the chart-topping superstars, and Kid Rock, the one and only original American bad ass.  Lineups will vary by market. The lineup for Sioux Falls will feature powerhouse artists including: Country legends Travis Tritt, and Tracy Lawrence, one of the hottest up and comers Gavin Adock, Aaron Lewis And The Stateliners, Shenandoah, Mark Chesnutt, Deana Carter, Little Texas, Hudson Westbrook, Them Dirty Roses, Afroman and Ying Yang Twins.

Rock The Country saw an incredible turn out to its markets in 2024. With attracting over 30,000 fans, and seeing up to $17.7 million of economic impact per event in some markets, city officials have expressed what Rock The Country coming to Sioux Falls, SD in 2025 will mean for the community. 

“We’re excited Sioux Falls has been chosen to host yet another exciting event and look forward to welcoming everyone to our community,” said Teri Schmidt, Experience Sioux Falls CEO.

“It's this simple, Rock The Country isn't just a music festival, it's a movement,” said Kid Rock. “It’s a place for hard working, God-fearing patriots to gather as one and celebrate freedom, music and the party of the year.”

“We’re really looking forward to hitting the road and visiting some amazing towns, especially in places we’ve never played before. There’s something special about connecting with fans in these communities, and we’re ready to bring our best and truly rock the country. Can’t wait to see you all out there!” said Michael Kroeger of Nickelback.

Rock The Country kicks off in April of 2025. The ten locations and dates of Rock The Country are the following: 

• Livingston, LA - April 4 & 5 at Livingston Fairgrounds

• Knoxville, TN - April 25 & 26 at Greenback’s Maple Lane Farms

• Poplar Bluff, MO - May 2 & 3 at Brick’s Off Road Park

• Ocala, FL - May 9 & 10 at Florida Horse Park

• York, PA - May 30 & 31 at York Expo Center

• Hastings, MI - June 13 & 14 at Barry Expo Center

• Little Rock, AR - June 20 & 21 at Arkansas State Fairgrounds

• Ashland, KY - July 11 & 12 at Boyd County Fairgrounds

• Sioux Falls, SD - July 18 & 19 at WH Lyon Fairgrounds

• Anderson, SC - July 25 & 26 at Anderson Sports and Entertainment Center

Along with GA, VIP and Elevated Reserved Seating, there will be RV and Car camping available at each venue. Hotel packages are also available this year. 

“We’re thrilled to see Rock The Country grow into events that unite small-town America and celebrate the values that make our communities strong,” said Shane Quick, Senior Promoter & Partner of Peachtree Entertainment. “These festivals not only bring people together for incredible music and unforgettable experiences, but they also drive significant economic impact for local businesses, underscoring our commitment to supporting these hometowns in 2025,” added Nathan Baugh, CEO & Partner of Peachtree Entertainment.

Rock The Country is partnering with local Sioux Falls promoter, Pepper Entertainment, to help make this event the hottest festival of the summer in the state of South Dakota. Pepper Entertainment CEO, Jered Johnson states: “Pepper is thrilled to partner with Peachtree Entertainment & Rock The Country to provide an unforgettable experience to the community. Additionally, the economic impact will be significant for local businesses, restaurants and hotels.”

In addition to announcing the lineup, Rock The Country has officially launched the 2025 Hometown Hero campaign where local residents can nominate someone that goes above and beyond in serving their community every day. The winner of the Rock The Country 2025 Hometown Hero in each market will receive the ultimate VIP experience at their local show, including a backstage tour and the opportunity to lead the Pledge of Allegiance on stage. For more information and to nominate a Hometown Hero, please go to: RTC Hometown Hero.

Rock The Country has teamed up with Folds of Honor, a leading non-profit organization that provides educational scholarships to the children and spouses of America’s fallen or disabled military service members and first responders. Rock The Country is on a mission to help support our local veterans, and make a difference. Join Rock The Country and Folds of Honor in making your contribution when you purchase your tickets. All donations will go towards local organizations in Sioux Falls as well as organizations such as Folds of Honor in support of our veterans.

For more information about Rock The Country, including the full lineup and ticket details, visit www.rockthecountry.com.