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The Country Fest 2024: What You Need to Know

The Country Fest 2024
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  • Riley is a Senior Country Music Journalist for Country Thang Daily, known for her engaging storytelling and insightful coverage of the genre.
  • Before joining Country Thang Daily, Riley developed her expertise at Billboard and People magazine, focusing on feature stories and music reviews.
  • Riley has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Belmont University, with a minor in Cultural Studies.
Festival Title:The Country Fest 2024
Festival Duration:June 12-15, 2024
Venue:Clay’s Resort Jellystone Park in North Lawrence, Ohio
Performers Include:Chris Janson, Lainey Wilson, Cody Johnson, Thomas Rhett, and more
Ticket Information:Get Your Tickets Here

On June 12-15, 2024, The Country Fest is hosting its 12th round of blockbuster performances from the best of the best in the genre at Clay’s Resort Jelly Stone Park in North Lawrence, Ohio. And it’s more than a decade-long operation, it has grown to become one of the largest privately owned (100% family-owned) festivals in the country.

And it’s not surprising, considering they always pull in the best of the best the genre has to offer. For this year’s three-day music fest, leading the cherry-picked headliner quartet is arena-packing superstar Thomas Rhett, who’ll perform for the last-day crowd. Not only that but Rhett Akins, Thomas Rhett’s father, is also part of the lineup. And fans are wishing that they’d share a stage. 

RELATED: Thomas Rhett and Dad Rhett Akins sing together “That Ain’t My Truck”

Rhett’s joined by Platinum-selling entertainer Chris Janson, who’ll kick off the festivities, multi-awarded singer-songwriter Lainey Wilson, and the smoky baritone Cody Johnson.

In the previous year, fans enjoyed performances from Kane Brown, Jon Pardi, and Sam Hunt. 

The festivities will commence with an RT Hampton Wednesday Night Kickoff Party, and you should definitely be there.

The Line-up – Who’s Singing at The Country Fest

The Country Fest 2024 square

Get ready to rock – The Country Fest 2024 is bringing in the heavyweights this year.

Wednesday, June 12th
Chris Janson
Chase Matthew

Thursday, June 13th
Lainey Wilson
Dylan Scott
Nate Smith
Thomas Mac

Friday, June 14th
Cody Johnson
Justin Moore
Priscilla Block
Dillon Carmichael

Saturday, June 15th
Thomas Rhett
Riley Green
Conner Smith
Rhett Akins

Festival Essentials & Insider Tips

The Country Fest 2024 has two options for ticket admissions: a 4-day Commuter Ticket ($229) and Single Day Passes ($129). After purchasing your desired ticket, you can avail of add-ons/upgrades, like Single Day Pit Passes ($129.99), an All Event Pit Pass ($269.99), Single Day Poolside Cabana (Mon day and Tuesday for $150; Wednesday through Saturday for $200), and All Event Poolside Cabana ($600 and on the waitlist). 

It’s a general admission event, and blankets and standard lawn chairs are allowed inside for your comfort. But be ready to take them out of the bag for a security check. Unfortunately, umbrellas are not allowed, and only one sealed water bottle per person will be permitted in the venue. 

As for accommodations, there are pr*mitive campsites with a 3-day Festival Camping Ticket ($249) and Campsite Permits ($129-$229). There are also electric-only campsites ($770), but they’re currently on the waitlist. And if you want premium spots, you can have full hook-up at Lakefront ($2,060), Premium + Preferred ($1,180+), Red Carpet ($1,190+), and Standard ($930).

Other options include cabins: Hilltop Lodge ($12,500, waitlist), Whippoorwill Woods Cabin ($2,140), Fireworks Hill Bungalows ($2,200), Rustic & Cozy Cabins ($1,900+), Lakefront Cabins ($1,860+), and Cottages ($2,400+).

And here’s the best part, aside from the great music: nonstop fun from dawn to dusk right at Clay’s Park! There’s a long list of activities for adults and families as well. It’s the perfect getaway. 

For more info, tune in to their official website at The Country Fest

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