Troubadour Festival Unveils 2026 Lineup at New Venue

The Troubadour Festival is set to return to Bryan, Texas, with an exciting lineup and a new venue. Scheduled for March 27 to March 29, 2026, this popular festival will showcase top-tier Texas country music and award-winning barbecue.

Troubadour Festival Details

This year’s festival will mark a significant shift from its former location at Aggie Park. It promises to be a memorable event, featuring renowned headliners Robert Earl Keen and Flatland Cavalry. The main performances will occur at Midtown Park, the festival’s primary venue.

Festival Schedule

• Friday, March 27: A free pre-party at The Palace Theater, featuring American Aquarium and Shelby Stone.
• Saturday, March 28: Main performances by Robert Earl Keen and Flatland Cavalry, alongside other artists like:
  • Waylon Wyatt
  • Jason Boland & The Stragglers
  • Tyce Delk
  • Taylor Hunnicutt
  • The Kruse Brothers
  • Julianna Rankin
• Sunday, March 29: Concludes with an exclusive BBQ Brunch at The Palace Theater, featuring an acoustic set by Jason Boland.

Barbecue Restaurant Lineup

The festival will also include a variety of food options, featuring 30 award-winning barbecue restaurants from across Texas. Many of these eateries are recognized in Texas Monthly’s Top 50 BBQ Joints, with a few receiving accolades from the Michelin Guide and James Beard Awards. The restaurants will be divided into five themed showcases:

• Meat Church & Friends
• 44 Farms Beef
• Hogs Wild
• South of the Border
• Wild Card

Ticket Information

Tickets for the Troubadour Festival are available at various price points:

• MUSIC: Starting at $59, includes access to the main stage concert.
• BBQ + MUSIC: Starting at $109, offers unlimited samples from all 30 barbecue establishments and live music access.
• VIP: Starting at $209, includes early entry, a VIP-exclusive T-shirt, and access to a private area with amenities.
• VIP+: Starting at $499, offers additional early entry, exclusive access, and catered dining.

Discounts are available for military personnel, students, first responders, and educators with valid ID.

Supporting a Good Cause

A portion of the proceeds from the festival will benefit Hogs for the Cause, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families with children undergoing brain cancer treatment. This initiative has successfully distributed over $15 million to families and hospital programs in need.

For more information about the Troubadour Festival, please visit El-Balad.