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Under The Big Sky 2024: What You Need To Know

Under The Big Sky 2024: What You Need To Know
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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:Under The Big Sky 2024
Festival Duration:July 12-14, 2024
Venue:Big Mountain Ranch in Whitefish, Montana
Performers Include:Billy Strings, Miranda Lambert, Turnpike Troubadours, and more
Ticket Information: Get Your Tickets Here

It’s that time of the year to gather your friends and family to enjoy country music. Under The Big Sky is stacking up to be another phenomenal weekend this coming July 12-14, 2024, at Big Mountain Ranch in Whitefish, Montana. 

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The three-day festival is anchored by the headlining trio of electric performer Billy Strings, country superstar Miranda Lambert, and red dirt country band Turnpike Troubadours. And gracing the stage with them is the popular country duo Brothers Osborne, along with a set of trailblazers, including Mt. Joy, The Revivalists, Tanya Tucker, Sierra Ferrell, Paul Cauthen, Charles Wesley Godwin, and City and Colour. 

Last year, they featured Zach Bryan, Caamp, and Hank Williams Jr. as top-billers. 

The Line-up – Who’s Singing at Under The Big Sky?

Under The Big Sky 2024 square

Music. Rodeo. Roundup— Under The Big Sky 2024 is set to celebrate the legacy of Americana with an expansive roster of artists who celebrate both traditional and contemporary country music. They’ll be performing across two stages in naturally formed amphitheaters on the 350-acre ranch. 

Miranda Lambert
Billy Strings
Turnpike Troubadours

Brothers Osborne
Charles Wesley Godwin
City & Colour
Kaitlin Butts
Madeline Edwards
Mt. Joy
Muscadine Bloodline
Paul Cauthen
Pony Bradshaw
Sam Barber
Sarah Shook & the Disarmers
Shovels & Rope
Sierra Ferrell
Tanner Usrey
The Castellows
The Revivalists
Zach Top
Badger Hound
Michelle Rivers
Hannah King
Abby Webster
Archertown
Tomara
Miller Campbell
Madeline Hawthorne
The Lil Smokies

Festival Essentials & Insider Tips

You won’t want to miss out on being part of the around 20,000 festival goers attending this iconic music festival for its fifth year. (Yes, they started back in 2019, and in a short time, they’ve quickly become one of the independent country’s biggest mega-fests. Johnny Shockey, promoter of the festival and lifelong rancher, owns it.)

So, snatch your tickets now. 

General Admission (GA) passes are still available: single day ($125) and 3 days ($295). On the other hand, VIP tickets all sold out, but you may still be able to get one through Lyte. The organizers partnered with the platform to provide a secure place for fans to buy and return tickets. 

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All ages are welcome! Kids 6 and under enter free, but they must be RSVP-ed by the accompanying adult with the purchase of a GA ticket. VIP tickets are strictly 21+. 

As for accommodation, there is no camping onsite, but there is a list of hotels, motels, RV camping, and campsites near the area. But no worries, there are free shuttles, and all ticket holders have complimentary parking.

To gain entry, you must present a valid ID and a physical copy or QR code of your ticket. They’ll email you a reminder so you won’t forget. Re-entry isn’t allowed, but rest assured that everything you need can be found inside the venue. 

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On Friday, doors open at 3 p.m. and run until 11 p.m.; the weekend opens earlier, at 12 noon. 

For more info, tune in to their official website at Under The Big Sky Fest

Note: All ticket prices indicated are base prices and are not inclusive of fees and taxes. 

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