Megastar Post Malone Announced As First Headliner For Barefoot Country Music Festival

The Barefoot Country Music Festival is back for summer 2026, and this year’s lineup is already making waves! The four-day country celebration returns to the Wildwood beach from Thursday, June 18, through Sunday, June 21, 2026, with beachside performances, scenic views, and incredible memories waiting for fans.

The festival’s organizers just dropped some big news: the first headliner is Post Malone! Known worldwide for his genre-blending sound, Post Malone has been leaning heavily into country influences in recent years, making his addition to the lineup one of the most talked-about moves of the summer. Fans can expect a mix of his country-inspired tracks alongside his mega-hits, giving Wildwood audiences a performance like no other.

Of course, Post Malone is just the beginning. The Barefoot Country Music Festival 2026 promises more than 40 of your favorite country artists spread across four stages, with music running throughout the day and into the night—all set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and Wildwood’s famous boardwalk. For country fans, it’s the perfect blend of vacation and live music event.

Held right on the stretch of beach between Morey’s Piers, the Barefoot Country Music Festival has quickly become one of the biggest country gatherings on the East Coast. 2026 marks its 6th year in Wildwood, and past lineups have included country superstars like Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Jason Aldean, Rascal Flatts, Jelly Roll, Keith Urban, Dan + Shay, Florida Georgia Line, Eric Church, Kane Brown, and rising stars like Megan Moroney.

With so many artists still to be announced, anticipation for this summer beach bash is high. Whether you’re planning a road trip with friends, a family getaway, or just want to catch world-class country music with your toes in the sand, the Barefoot Country Music Festival is the place to be in 2026.

Stay tuned, because more headliners and performers will be revealed soon! And don’t forget to keep listening to 92.5 XTU for exclusive updates and announcements.

Get more info on the festival and how to get tickets here.