Country With Heart 2026: Lineup, Date & Nashville Event Details
The 12th annual Country With Heart benefit brought country music legends together in Nashville during CMA Fest week.
Written by Amanda Tempel
Date Published: April 18, 2026
Last Updated: September 9, 2026
Country With Heart returned to Nashville for its 12th annual benefit show on Saturday, June 6, 2026, bringing together country music legends during CMA Fest week in support of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Held at Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre, the event featured live performances, meet-and-greet opportunities, an auction, and an optional dinner. Founded in 2015 by Bobby Marquez, Country With Heart has featured dozens of country artists while raising money for St. Jude.
When Was Country With Heart 2026?
Country With Heart 2026 was held on:
Saturday, June 6, 2026
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM CT
The event took place during CMA Fest week in Nashville but was not an official CMA Fest event.
Where Was Country With Heart 2026 Held?
Country With Heart was held at Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre in Nashville’s Music Valley area, across from the Grand Ole Opry House.
The venue offers a dinner-and-show experience with free parking available on-site.
Country With Heart 2026 Lineup
The 2026 Country With Heart lineup featured a mix of Grand Ole Opry stars, award-winning performers, and longtime country artists.
Performers and special guests included:
Suzy Bogguss
John Conlee
Donna Fargo — Meet and Greet
Riders in the Sky
Charlie McCoy
Jason Coleman
Barbara Fairchild
Becky Hobbs
David Wills
Country With Heart 2026 Ticket Information
Tickets for Country With Heart 2026 went on sale Tuesday, April 14, 2026, through Eventbrite.
The event was held at the intimate Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre during one of Nashville’s busiest weeks for country music events.
What Was Included at Country With Heart?
The 2026 Country With Heart event included:
Live performances from country artists
Meet-and-greet opportunities
Autographs and fan interactions
A silent auction
Optional buffet dinner
The annual event combines country music with fundraising for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Country With Heart and CMA Fest
Country With Heart is one of the independently organized country music events held in Nashville during CMA Fest week. While it is not an official CMA Fest event, its June 2026 date gave fans visiting Nashville another opportunity to see country artists away from the festival’s official stages.
Planning a future trip to Nashville? Visit our CMA Fest guide for dates, stages, events, transportation information, and other planning resources.
FAQ: Country With Heart 2026
What is Country With Heart?
Country With Heart is an annual charity concert held in Nashville during CMA Fest week that raises money for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
When was Country With Heart 2026?
Country With Heart 2026 was held Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 5:00 to 9:00 PM CT.
Where was Country With Heart 2026 held?
The event was held at Nashville Nightlife Dinner Theatre in Nashville’s Music Valley area, near the Grand Ole Opry.
Who performed at Country With Heart 2026?
The 2026 lineup included Suzy Bogguss, John Conlee, Riders in the Sky, Charlie McCoy, Jason Coleman, Barbara Fairchild, Becky Hobbs, and David Wills. Donna Fargo was also announced for a meet-and-greet.
How were Country With Heart 2026 tickets sold?
Tickets for the 2026 event were sold through Eventbrite beginning April 14, 2026.
Is Country With Heart part of CMA Fest?
No. Country With Heart is not an official CMA Fest event, but the concert takes place in Nashville during CMA Fest week.
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