ND Country Fest organizers have begun to reveal the lineup for the 2027 festival in New Salem, marking the event's 10th anniversary. Headliners and supporting acts, some of whom were first announced at the 2026 festival, are set to bring a mix of established stars and fan favorites to the region.
Hudson Westbrook is among the artists confirmed for 2027. Also revealed at the 2026 festival was the band Old Dominion, known for achieving ten top-10 country hits throughout their career. These acts represent two of the four headliners scheduled for the milestone event.
Lee Brice will serve as a third headliner, marking his second appearance at ND Country Fest. Brice previously performed at the festival in 2022 and is expected to bring his eight #1 songs to New Salem. His career boasts six studio albums and nineteen hit singles.
Adding to the headliner roster, Joe Nichols is set to perform his classic hits. Nichols has released eleven studio albums and thirty-two singles, five of which reached #1 on the charts.
Beyond the headliners, several other notable artists have been announced. Phil Vassar, with seven studio albums and twenty-two singles (including two #1 hits), will also be part of the 2027 festival lineup. Neal McCoy is slated to return to ND Country Fest for the 10th anniversary celebration, bringing with him thirty-nine hit singles, two of which went to #1.
Familiar faces will also include North Dakota's favorite duo, who are scheduled to perform their hits for one incredible night in New Salem. Additionally, 90s country star Billy Dean will take the stage, featuring selections from his twenty-eight singles, such as "Somewhere in my Broken Heart" and "If There Hadn't Been You."
Another artist confirmed for the festival is the husband of Tigirlily Gold's Krista, who is also noted as having a famous father, John Michael Montgomery.
Attendees interested in the ND Country Fest 2027, held in New Salem, can purchase tickets and camping access. Local radio station US 103-3 is designated as the official ND Country Fest station and will offer opportunities to win tickets and provide future artist announcements for the 2027 event.
