Outlaw Music Festival: Dates, Lineup, Tickets & Updates
Track the Outlaw Music Festival schedule, rotating lineups, venue-by-venue details, and safe ticket options. The 2025 tour dates are completed, and we’ll post 2026 updates as soon as they’re announced.
- 2026 dates not announced yet (last checked: )
- Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan & rotating guests
Outlaw Music Festival at a glance
The Outlaw Music Festival is a traveling summer music series curated and hosted by Willie Nelson & Family, built around Americana, folk, roots rock and classic songwriting. Each stop features a shared bill rather than a single headliner concert.
Most dates run four to six hours. Gates typically open mid-afternoon, followed by several rotating artists. Willie Nelson & Family usually close the night, with Bob Dylan appearing at most stops in recent editions.
While Willie anchors the tour, supporting artists vary by city. Acts such as Sheryl Crow, Billy Strings, Wilco, Turnpike Troubadours and others rotate in and out depending on routing and availability.
Always review your venue’s gate times, bag policy and weather advisory on the morning of the show. Outlaw dates are rain-or-shine, with delays or cancellations decided locally for safety.
Primary ticket sellers are always the best starting point. If a date sells out, verified resale marketplaces can offer protected options. We focus on helping fans understand where to buy safely, not pushing purchases.
No 2026 tour dates have been announced yet. Historically, new legs are revealed later in the winter once routing and venue holds are finalized.
Willie Nelson Tour Lineup
Willie Nelson has curated the Outlaw Music Festival since its launch in 2016, shaping each lineup personally alongside longtime collaborators.
Outlaw Festival 2025 Wrapped-Up Shows
Below is the complete list of Outlaw Music Festival 2025 tour dates, organized by month for easier browsing.
Each listing shows the venue, city, scheduled start time, and artist lineup as announced for that date. Future tour legs will be added only after official confirmation.
- Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre, Phoenix, AZ5:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, Lily Meola
- MAY15THUNorth Island Credit Union Amphitheatre, Chula Vista, CA4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, Lily Meola
- MAY16FRIHollywood Bowl, Los Angeles, CA5:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Sierra Hull
- MAY18SUNToyota Amphitheatre, Wheatland, CA4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, Lily Meola
- MAY20TUEFord Idaho Center Amphitheater, Nampa, ID4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, Lily Meola
- MAY22THUONE Spokane Stadium, Spokane, WA5:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Sierra Hull, Lily Meola
- MAY24SATCascades Amphitheater, Ridgefield, WA4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Lake Street Dive, Sierra Hull, Lily Meola
- MAY25SUNThe Gorge Amphitheatre, Quincy, WA2:40 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Billy Strings, Lake Street Dive, Sierra Hull, Lily Meola
- JUN20FRIPine Knob Music Theatre, Clarkston, MI4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Trampled by Turtles, Myron Elkins
- JUN21SATBlossom Music Center, Cuyahoga Falls, OH5:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers, Myron Elkins
- JUN22SUNRiverbend Music Center, Cincinnati, OH5:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Trampled by Turtles, Myron Elkins
- JUN25WEDFirstBank Amphitheater, Franklin, TN3:45 PM | Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Trampled by Turtles, Tami Neilson
- JUN27FRIRadians Amphitheater, Memphis, TN4:00 PM | Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Trampled by Turtles, Tami Neilson
- JUN28SATHollywood Casino Amphitheatre, Maryland Heights, MO4:00 PM | Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Trampled by Turtles, Tami Neilson
- JUN29SUNThunderRidge Nature Arena, Ridgedale, MO3:45 PM | Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Trampled by Turtles, Tami Neilson
- JUL01TUELucky Star Amphitheater, El Reno, OK6:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, The Mavericks, Tami Neilson
- JUL04FRIGermania Insurance Amphitheater, Austin, TX2:30 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, The Avett Brothers, The Mavericks, Asleep at the Wheel, Tami Neilson
- JUL05SATDos Equis Pavilion, Dallas, TX4:15 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, The Avett Brothers, The Mavericks, Tami Neilson
- JUL06SUNThe Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, The Woodlands, TX4:15 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, The Avett Brothers, The Mavericks, Tami Neilson
- JUL25FRIAmeris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta, GA4:10 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, Charles Wesley Godwin, Willow Avalon
- JUL26SATPNC Music Pavilion, Charlotte, NC4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, Charles Wesley Godwin, Willow Avalon
- JUL27SUNCoastal Credit Union Music Park, Raleigh, NC3:45 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, Charles Wesley Godwin, Willow Avalon
- JUL29TUEVeterans United Home Loans Amphitheater, Virginia Beach, VA5:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, Willow Avalon
- AUG01FRINorthwell at Jones Beach Theater, Wantagh, NY4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Wilco, Lucinda Williams, Waylon Payne
- AUG02SATBroadview Stage at SPAC, Saratoga Springs, NY4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Wilco, Lucinda Williams, Waylon Payne
- AUG03SUNBankNH Pavilion, Gilford, NH3:45 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Wilco, Lucinda Williams, Waylon Payne
- AUG08FRIDarien Lake Amphitheater, Buffalo, NY3:45 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, The Red Clay Strays, Waylon Payne
- AUG09SATHersheypark Stadium, Hershey, PA3:45 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, The Red Clay Strays, Waylon Payne
- AUG10SUNEmpower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview, Syracuse, NY4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Turnpike Troubadours, The Red Clay Strays, Waylon Payne
- SEP05FRIMaine Savings Amphitheater, Bangor, ME4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, Waxahatchee, Madeline Edwards
- SEP06SATXfinity Theatre, Hartford, CT4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, Waxahatchee, Madeline Edwards
- SEP07SUNXfinity Center, Mansfield, MA3:55 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, TBA, Waxahatchee, Madeline Edwards
- SEP12FRIFreedom Mortgage Pavilion, Camden, NJ4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, Waxahatchee, Madeline Edwards
- SEP13SATPNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel, NJ5:30 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, Waxahatchee, Madeline Edwards
- SEP14SUNMerriweather Post Pavilion, Columbia, MD4:00 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, Madeline Edwards
- SEP18THURuoff Music Center, Noblesville, IN3:45 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, Waxahatchee, Madeline Edwards
- SEP19FRIAlpine Valley Music Theatre, East Troy, WI4:20 PM | Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Sheryl Crow, Waxahatchee, Madeline Edwards
Outlaw Festival 2026 Latest Updates
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Willie Nelso Expected 2026 Tour
Catch the legendary Willie Nelson & Family and Bob Dylan, who will perform at every show, along with superstars such as Sheryl Crow, Billy Strings, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, The Avett Brothers, Wilco, Lake Street Dive, Lucinda Williams, Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers, and many more. Each stop on the tour promises a unique blend of outlaw spirit and genre-defying music, making it a must-see event for fans of authentic Americana
Willie Nelson & Bob Dylan on the Outlaw Festival
Willie Nelson is the heartbeat of the Music Festival – a bandleader, songwriter and host whose touring life now stretches across seven decades. At 92, he still curates the lineup, anchors the closing set and treats every stop like a family reunion.
From “Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain” to “On the Road Again,” Willie’s sets blend deep cuts with road-tested anthems, backed by the Family Band and framed by his weathered guitar, Trigger. The festival takes its outlaw name and its easy-going spirit directly from him.
For a full career timeline, recent setlists and album history, see our complete Willie Nelson guide .
Bob Dylan brings a different kind of electricity to the Outlaw nights – a shape-shifting bandleader whose live shows move from reimagined classics to recent “Rough and Rowdy Ways” material without ever slowing down.
On this run, Dylan appears at every date beside Willie, turning the tour into a rare meeting of two American songbook architects. One night you might hear “Like a Rolling Stone” or “Not Dark Yet” in a new arrangement; the next, he leans into blues, piano and deep cuts only long-time fans recognise.
Dive deeper into Dylan’s current band, setlists and 2025–2026 tour schedule in our full Bob Dylan Outlaw profile .
Outlaw Music Festival VIP Packages
Outlaw Music Festival VIP packages are intended for fans who want a more comfortable, close-up experience during a long, multi-artist show. These packages focus on seating location and entry convenience rather than exclusive artist access.
While inclusions vary by venue, most Outlaw Festival VIP options typically include:
- Reserved seating in premium sections, often within the first several rows
- Early venue entry before general gates open
- Limited-edition tour or venue-specific merchandise items
VIP packages do not usually include meet-and-greet access or backstage passes. The experience is designed to improve sightlines, reduce entry stress, and add comfort during extended festival sets.
Ticket advice: Always begin with official primary sellers linked through each venue. If a show is sold out, verified resale marketplaces may offer protected alternatives, though pricing and package details can differ by city.
2025 recap and what’s coming next
A quick look at how Willie Nelson’s traveling caravan wrapped its 10th anniversary year, how weather briefly disrupted the run, and how fans can track the first whispers of the 2026 dates.
Willie Nelson & Bob Dylan lead a coast-to-coast summer
The 2025 edition stretched from Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre in Phoenix and the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles to Jones Beach on Long Island, Hersheypark Stadium in Pennsylvania and Alpine Valley Music Theatre in Wisconsin.
Every night paired Willie Nelson & Family with Bob Dylan, surrounded by rotating guests such as Sheryl Crow, Billy Strings, Turnpike Troubadours, Wilco, Lucinda Williams, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Waxahatchee and The Avett Brothers.
Storm-hit Oklahoma show, triumphant Indiana return
Late June storms at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri soaked instruments and key production gear, forcing the July 1, 2025 stop at Lucky Star Amphitheater in El Reno to be cancelled.
By September 18, 2025, the caravan returned at full strength to Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville, Indiana with Willie, Dylan, Sheryl Crow, Waxahatchee and Madeline Edwards.
How to follow the next wave of dates
New legs are usually announced toward the end of winter, with Willie Nelson & Family and Bob Dylan anchoring the bill and a fresh mix of Americana and roots artists rounding out the lineup.
For confirmed schedule changes and weather advisories, always check this homepage and your venue’s official listing on the morning of the show.
Need the full city-by-city breakdown? Scroll back up to the 2025 schedule for every date, venue, lineup and ticket link.
Outlaw Music Festival 2025 Official Trailer
Outlaw Festival – FAQs
Clear, up-to-date answers about the Outlaw Music Festival, its lineup, and tour status.
Is Willie Nelson still performing?
Yes. Willie Nelson continues to perform with Willie Nelson & Family on a selective schedule. His appearances are announced on a tour-by-tour basis through official channels.
Is Willie Nelson healthy enough to tour?
Willie Nelson’s health is a private matter. As of the most recent festival seasons, there have been no official announcements indicating an inability to perform. Any updates regarding appearances are communicated directly through tour organizers.
Avoid relying on rumors or unsourced claims circulating on social media.
Who usually headlines the Outlaw Music Festival?
The festival is traditionally anchored by Willie Nelson & Family. In many recent editions, Bob Dylan has co-headlined select dates, with rotating Americana and roots artists supporting each stop.
Who is performing at Outlaw Music Festival 2026?
The 2026 lineup has not been announced. Based on prior rollout timing, updates often appear later in the winter once routing and venue contracts are finalized. This is not yet confirmed.
Is the Outlaw Music Festival cancelled?
No. The festival operates as a multi-city tour. While individual dates may occasionally be cancelled due to weather or logistics, the festival itself has not been discontinued.
Why were some Outlaw Music Festival dates cancelled in 2025?
In 2025, a small number of shows were cancelled due to severe weather and storm-related production damage at specific venues. These decisions were made locally for safety and operational reasons.
Will there be an Outlaw Music Festival in 2026?
2026 tour dates are not announced. Historically, new legs are revealed later in the winter after venues and artist availability are confirmed.
Fans should rely on official announcements rather than leaked posters or unverified listings.
How long does a typical Outlaw Music Festival show last?
Most Outlaw Music Festival stops run between four and six hours, depending on the number of artists on the bill. Willie Nelson & Family typically close the evening.
Where can I buy tickets safely?
Fans should always begin with official primary ticket sellers for each venue. If a date is sold out, verified resale marketplaces may offer protected alternatives, with pricing and availability varying by city.