VOA Country Music Fest 2027: Dates, New Location, Tickets & Lineup
Everything to know before heading to VOA Country Music Fest in West Chester, Ohio.
Written by Amanda Tempel
Last Updated: August 31, 2026
Voices of America Country Music Fest will return in 2027, but fans heading to the festival will be going to a new location.
The fifth annual VOA Country Music Fest is scheduled for August 5–7, 2027, at the Butler County Fairgrounds in Hamilton, Ohio. The move follows four years at Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester.
The 2027 lineup has not yet been announced, but weekend tickets, parking passes, and on-site camping are already available.
VOA Country Music Fest 2027 Quick Details
Dates: August 5–7, 2027
Location: Butler County Fairgrounds
Address: 1715 Fairgrove Ave., Hamilton, OH 45011
2027 Lineup: To be announced
Tickets: Weekend passes are available
Camping: Available for the first time, including tent and RV options
Parking: Parking passes are available
Festival Schedule: To be announced
When Is VOA Country Music Fest 2027?
Voices of America Country Music Fest 2027 is scheduled for Thursday, August 5 through Saturday, August 7, 2027.
The festival is currently being promoted as a three-day event. When the new location was announced, organizers said the festival has traditionally been announced initially as three days, even though previous editions were later expanded to four. For now, fans should plan around the confirmed August 5–7 dates unless organizers announce an additional day.
Where Is VOA Country Music Fest in 2027?
VOA Country Music Fest is moving to the Butler County Fairgrounds in Hamilton, Ohio, for 2027.
The address is:
Butler County Fairgrounds
1715 Fairgrove Ave.
Hamilton, OH 45011
The fairgrounds replace Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester, where the festival was held from 2023 through 2026.
One of the biggest changes that comes with the new venue is the addition of on-site camping, something that was not available at the previous festival site.
VOA Country Music Fest 2027 Lineup
The VOA Country Music Fest 2027 lineup has not yet been announced.
The festival's official lineup page currently does not list any artists for 2027.
Previous VOA Country Music Fest lineups have included artists such as Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, HARDY, Darius Rucker, Bailey Zimmerman, Jordan Davis, and more.
Check back for the first 2027 headliner announcements and the complete daily lineup as artists are added.
VOA Country Music Fest 2027 Schedule and Gate Times
The 2027 VOA Country Music Fest performance schedule and artist set times have not been announced.
Gate times for the new Hamilton location have also not been confirmed.
The festival's current FAQ still contains Thursday-through-Sunday operating hours from the previous format, even though the confirmed 2027 festival dates are Thursday through Saturday. Those hours should not be considered the official 2027 schedule until organizers update the information for the new venue.
Once the schedule is released, this section will be updated with daily artists, set times, stages, and gate information.
Tickets for VOA Country Music Fest 2027
Weekend passes for VOA Country Music Fest 2027 are already available through the festival's official ticketing system.
The festival is also selling parking and camping passes. Groups of 10 or more currently qualify for a group discount through the festival ticket page.
According to the festival, passes are non-refundable. Wristbands are expected to ship approximately three to four weeks before the festival, and the festival site will offer ADA accessibility.
Because ticket prices and availability can change, check the official VOA Country Music Fest ticket page before purchasing.
Camping at VOA Country Music Fest 2027
Camping is one of the biggest additions for VOA Country Music Fest in 2027.
The festival is offering on-site camping at the Butler County Fairgrounds, with three options currently listed:
Full RV hookups
Partial RV hookups
Tent camping
Camping can be purchased through the official festival ticket page.
Fans may notice that some sections of the festival website still say camping on festival grounds is prohibited. Those pages appear to contain rules from the previous location. The festival's updated 2027 ticket and accommodations pages specifically confirm that camping will be offered at the Butler County Fairgrounds.
More information about campground access, check-in times, RV requirements, and other camping rules should be released closer to the festival.
Parking and Transportation
Parking passes are available for VOA Country Music Fest 2027, and the festival recommends purchasing parking in advance.
Detailed 2027 traffic routes, parking entrances, rideshare locations, shuttle information, and pickup procedures for the Butler County Fairgrounds have not yet been announced.
Because this is a completely different festival site from previous years, fans who attended VOA Country Music Fest in West Chester should not assume that previous parking routes or procedures will apply in 2027.
Check back closer to August for updated transportation information.
VOA Country Music Fest 2027 Bag Policy
VOA Country Music Fest currently has a clear bag policy.
The festival's rules state that clear bags are permitted, along with one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags or smaller. Exceptions may be made for medically necessary items after inspection at a designated entrance.
Because the festival is moving to a new venue and portions of the official rules page still reference previous years, check the festival's rules again before leaving for the 2027 event.
What Can You Bring to VOA Country Music Fest?
Current festival rules allow items including:
Phones
Sunscreen
Approved clear bags
Festival flags without metal or wooden poles
The festival FAQ also currently says empty, squeezable soft-plastic water bottles may be brought through the gates and filled at a hydration station.
Can You Bring Chairs?
The festival's current policy says personal soft folding lawn chairs are allowed in permitted sections.
However, the rules page still references the 2026 chair policy, so fans should confirm the final 2027 chair rules before packing for the festival.
What Should You Leave at Home?
The current prohibited-items list includes items such as:
Fireworks and explosives
Weapons and firearms
Outside food, alcohol, and drinks
Coolers
Umbrellas
Tents inside the festival area
Framed backpacks
Laser pointers
Professional recording equipment
Pets and animals other than service animals
Policies may be revised for the Butler County Fairgrounds, so check the current festival rules before attending.
Are Kids Allowed at VOA Country Music Fest?
Yes. VOA Country Music Fest is open to all ages.
Children 16 and younger must be accompanied by an adult, and all ages need a ticket to enter the festival.
Is VOA Country Music Fest Cashless?
The festival currently lists the event as cashless, with card, RFID, and tap-to-pay options accepted instead of cash.
Because payment procedures could be updated for the new venue, confirm this policy again before the 2027 festival.
Hotels Near VOA Country Music Fest 2027
The festival is working on hotel options for fans who do not plan to camp.
The official accommodations page currently says hotel packages are still to come, while on-site camping can already be booked.
Since the festival is moving from West Chester to Hamilton, fans who previously stayed near Voice of America MetroPark may want to wait for the 2027 hotel information before booking.
2026 VOA Country Music Fest Lineup
The final VOA Country Music Fest held at Voice of America MetroPark took place August 6–9, 2026.
The four-day lineup was headlined by Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Blake Shelton, and Jordan Davis.
Thursday, August 6
Brad Paisley
Scotty McCreery
Easton Corbin
Max Geers
Friday, August 7
Rascal Flatts
Lee Brice
LeAnn Rimes
Ashley Cooke
Blake Whiten
Saturday, August 8
Blake Shelton
Dustin Lynch
LOCASH
Frankie Ballard
Blake Tyler
Logan Michael
Graham Barham
Benny G
Rhys Rutherford
Sunday, August 9
Jordan Davis
Tyler Hubbard
Rodney Atkins
George Birge
Greylan James
Stella Lefty
Jacob Hackworth
Cody Lohden
VOA Country Music Fest 2027 FAQ
When is VOA Country Music Fest 2027?
VOA Country Music Fest is scheduled for August 5–7, 2027.
Where is VOA Country Music Fest 2027?
The festival will be held at the Butler County Fairgrounds, 1715 Fairgrove Ave. in Hamilton, Ohio.
Is VOA Country Music Fest still happening in 2027?
Yes. The festival is returning for its fifth year with a new location in Hamilton, Ohio.
Why did VOA Country Music Fest leave West Chester?
West Chester Township decided not to continue its agreement with the festival organizer after 2026. Township officials cited the amount of public resources required for the event and said the economic impact did not justify those costs. The township also alleged that the organizer had missed public-safety planning deadlines and made some payments late.
Has the VOA Country Music Fest 2027 lineup been announced?
No. The 2027 lineup has not yet been announced, and the official lineup page currently has no artists scheduled for the upcoming festival.
When will the VOA Country Music Fest 2027 lineup be announced?
The festival has not announced a date for the first 2027 artist or headliner announcement.
Is VOA Country Music Fest three days in 2027?
The festival is currently scheduled for three days, Thursday, August 5 through Saturday, August 7. Organizers have noted that previous festivals were initially announced as three-day events before later expanding, but no additional 2027 date has been announced.
Are VOA Country Music Fest 2027 tickets on sale?
Yes. Weekend passes, parking, and camping are currently available through the official festival ticketing page.
Can you camp at VOA Country Music Fest 2027?
Yes. On-site camping is being offered at the Butler County Fairgrounds, including tent camping, partial RV hookups, and full RV hookups.
What is the VOA Country Music Fest bag policy?
The festival currently requires clear bags. One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags or smaller are also allowed, with an exception for medically necessary items after inspection.
Can you bring chairs to VOA Country Music Fest?
Current festival rules allow personal soft folding lawn chairs in permitted sections. Because the official rules still contain some previous-year wording, check again for the finalized 2027 chair policy before attending.