Zach Bryan, Kacey Musgraves, and Nathaniel Rateliff headline the 2027 festival at Big Mountain Ranch in Whitefish, Montana.
Written by Amanda Tempel
Published: November 4, 2026
The Under The Big Sky Festival returns to Whitefish, Montana, July 16–18, 2027, with Zach Bryan, Kacey Musgraves, and Nathaniel Rateliff headlining the eighth annual event.
Held at Big Mountain Ranch, the three-day festival brings together country, Americana, folk, rock, and bluegrass artists for a weekend of live music and Western traditions.
The 2027 lineup features 40 performers, including Sam Barber, Midland, Brandon Flowers, Paul Cauthen, The Dead South, The Wallflowers, and Dawes.
When and Where Is Under The Big Sky Festival 2027?
The 2027 Under The Big Sky Festival takes place Friday, July 16, through Sunday, July 18, at Big Mountain Ranch in Whitefish, Montana.
The festival is presented by Outriders Presents and combines live music with rodeo events and other Western-themed activities on a working ranch.
Who Is Headlining Under The Big Sky Festival 2027?
Zach Bryan, Kacey Musgraves, and Nathaniel Rateliff lead the 2027 lineup.
Bryan returns for his third appearance at the festival, while Musgraves will make her Under The Big Sky debut.
Rateliff also returns to the Montana festival after performing at its inaugural event in 2019.
Additional highlights include Brandon Flowers, frontman of The Killers, along with Midland, Sam Barber, Buffalo Traffic Jam, Paul Cauthen, The Dead South, and The Infamous Stringdusters.
Under The Big Sky Festival 2027 Lineup
The complete announced lineup includes:
Zach Bryan
Kacey Musgraves
Nathaniel Rateliff
Sam Barber
Brandon Flowers
Midland
Buffalo Traffic Jam
Paul Cauthen
The Dead South
The Wallflowers
Dawes
The Devil Makes Three
Evan Honer
Jonah Kagen
The Infamous Stringdusters
Futurebirds
Josiah and the Bonnevilles
Wade Forster
Laci Kaye Booth
Allah-Las
The White Buffalo
Lily Fitts
Chaparelle
Big Richard
Hogslop String Band
Two Runner
Jess Williamson
Shelby Stone
Badger Hound
Branlin Shockey
Cash Muretta
Cascadel
Chloe Gendrow
Denim Gold
Joe Martinez
Nicole Croteau
Radio Ranch
Sterling Drake
Tim Helnore Band
Tomara
Individual performance dates and set times have not yet been announced.
Under The Big Sky Festival 2027 Tickets
Tickets for the 2027 Under The Big Sky Festival go on sale Friday, November 6, 2026.
The festival's SMS presale begins at 10 a.m. Mountain Time, followed by the general public sale at 2 p.m. Mountain Time.
Three-day general admission and VIP passes will be available. VIP admission is restricted to guests ages 21 and older.
Fans can register for presale access and find additional ticket information through the official Under The Big Sky Festival website.
What to Expect at Under The Big Sky Festival
In addition to three days of live music, Under The Big Sky offers activities celebrating Montana's Western culture.
The festival features rodeo events, horseback rides, a petting zoo, and a tattoo barn. Food, beverages, and merchandise are also available throughout the event.
The festival welcomes attendees of all ages, although VIP areas are restricted to those 21 and older.
Where Can You Find Under The Big Sky Festival Updates?
The official festival website provides information about the lineup, ticket sales, and event details.
Additional announcements, including the daily performance schedule and set times, are expected closer to the festival.
Visit UnderTheBigSkyFest.com for the latest festival information.