The ND Country Fest in New Salem, North Dakota, has unveiled an extensive lineup of artists for its 2027 event, which will commemorate the festival's tenth anniversary. Initial announcements, made at the 2026 festival, revealed two of the four headliners slated for 2027: Hudson Westbrook and the widely recognized band Old Dominion. Old Dominion comes to New Salem with a career history boasting ten top-10 country hits.
Subsequently, Lee Brice was confirmed as a third artist headliner for the milestone 2027 festival. This appearance will mark Brice's second time at ND Country Fest, following his previous performance in 2022. Concertgoers in New Salem can anticipate Brice performing his eight number-one songs, a highlight from his six studio albums and nineteen hit singles.
Further enhancing the 2027 lineup, Joe Nichols is set to bring his collection of classic hits to New Salem. Nichols' discography includes eleven studio albums and thirty-two singles, with five of these tracks having reached the number one position. Phil Vassar will also take the stage, sharing music from his seven studio albums and his twenty-two singles, two of which have secured a number one spot.
Neal McCoy is another artist making a return to ND Country Fest for its tenth-anniversary celebration. McCoy is scheduled to perform his thirty-nine hit singles, including two number-one songs, for attendees in New Salem. The festival also announced that North Dakota's favorite duo will be bringing their well-known hits back to New Salem for what is anticipated as "one incredible night."
The 90s country star Billy Dean is confirmed to perform in New Salem, showcasing his twenty-eight singles. His performance will feature popular selections such as "Somewhere in my Broken Heart" and "If There Hadn't Been You," among others. The lineup additionally includes the husband of Tigirlily Gold's Krista, notably the son of famous musician John Michael Montgomery. Annie Bosko, a "California Cowgirl" and a rising talent in country music, is also slated to appear, ready to "take New Salem, North Dakota by storm" with her act.
For individuals planning to attend ND Country Fest 2027, tickets and camping accommodations are available for purchase. Further artist announcements for the 2027 event and opportunities to win tickets will be broadcast on US 103-3, which serves as the official ND Country Fest station. The festival, located in New Salem, offers a significant cultural event for residents across Burleigh and Morton counties.
